PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SAVE THIS SUMMER WITH EURAIL BIGGEST SALE EVER – DISCOVER 28 EUROPEAN COUNTRIES BY TRAIN STARTING FROM 209 € Final days to save up to 37% discount with the Eurail Pass Sale Until June 4th UTRECHT 31 May 2018 – It’s not yet too late to book a holiday in Europe! This summer, Eurail has a soft-spot for last-minute bookers: whether they’d like to have a quick break in Europe or dreaming about longer stay travelling around the Continent. With Eurail’s biggest sale ever last- minute planners can save up to 37% on purchase of a Eurail Global Pass. The convenient Eurail train pass gives travellers access to rail and selected ferry networks in 28 fascinating countries, including the likes of Germany, Italy, Switzerland and Portugal. With great-value flights available to Europe’s top cities, for those planning a trip to the Europe, the Eurail Summer sale provides even more value for money, with the ease to better enjoy the landscapes, rather than worrying about directions. This offer is not just for summertime travel - anyone planning a trip to Europe can reap the benefits, as Eurail Passes can be booked up to 11 months in advance. Eurail’s biggest-ever summer promotion is on top of the regular Eurail’s year-round savings like children travel for free and youth discount for explorers aged 27 years and younger. Additionally, Eurail’s free Rail Planner App makes travel even more seamless, as visitors can make seat reservations on Thalys, Eurostar, Italian Le Frecce, and French domestic TGV high-speed trains, find train stations, view timetables, review benefits included in the Eurail Pass, and more. How to choose the right Pass validity? Eurail Passes have different validity periods, which cater to all types of itineraries and budgets. For the Global Pass, it ranges from 5 days to 3 months. Travelers with an extensive travel schedule that plan on taking the train almost every day would be best to choose a Eurail Pass with a continuous validity. On the other hand, guests that will only travel via train every few days would be better off with the flexible validity, which is available on all Eurail Passes. The flexibility means that travelers can decide on the go when to use their Pass. Selecting between First or Second Class Eurail Passes are available for 1st or 2nd class, depending on the Pass chosen. With the 1st class Pass, travelers can usually expect more spacious storage for luggage, comfortable and reclining seating, generally quieter carriages, outlets for charging devices, and in some cases, free WiFi. Additionally, many countries offer a 1st class lounge in the train terminal, which vary from country Eurail Group G.I.E. 1 to country, but some provide free snacks, soft drinks, coffee, clean bathrooms, and WiFi. Further, 1st class Passes are valid for both 1st and 2nd class carriages. Other Benefits with Eurail A Eurail experience extends far beyond just train travel! All Eurail Pass holders can take advantage of hundreds of benefits and price reductions all over Europe to ensure they get the most out of their journey. Travellers can access great discounts on European ferry routes, boat tours, hotel rooms, museum tickets, and much more. A popular offer for Pass holders is the savings on city cards – the easy and dollar-friendly way to see select European cities. City cards make a trip-budget go further as Eurail’s offers include 700+ attractions, accommodation, transportation, WiFi, as well as giving free or discounted entry to a range of tours and activities in must see destinations including Valencia, Salzburg, and Porto. Additionally, in partnership with GetYourGuide, the leading booking platform for travel activities, Eurail Pass holders can now book more than 17,000 activities across Europe at a discounted price, including destination tours and excursions. The limited-time summer saving offer is on now until 4 June and available for purchase at the official online sales channel www.eurail.com and participating Eurail sellers. For more information on the worldwide network of Authorised General Sales Agents visit: http://www.eurailgroup.org/eurail-vendors. ### About Eurail Eurail Passes are synonymous with borderless rail experience throughout Europe, providing multi- destination train travel across the continent. With just one rail pass travellers of all ages have the ability to travel in and through up to 28 different European countries, and access extra benefits and discounts along their journey. Established in 2001, Eurail Group G.I.E. is the organisation dedicated to the management of Eurail and Interrail products, for both non-European and European residents respectively. Owned by over 35 railway and shipping companies, Eurail Group G.I.E. partners with hotels, transport companies and attractions to offer additional special benefits to all Interrail Pass holders across Europe. Visit www.eurailgroup.org and www.eurail.com for further information. Contact: Eurail Group G.I.E.: [email protected] Register and download images and materials from Eurail Group’s free media library: http://eurailgroup- portal.org Eurail Group G.I.E. 2 .