With Bonus, Buy Amtrak Points Now and Redeem for Train Tickets Later

In general I don’t recommend buying points for travel, since the points needed in order to get a ticket are often more expensive than just getting a ticket outright. But with bonuses, that might not be always the case. Throughout the month of September 2011, Amtrak is offering a 50% bonus for any point purchases [...]

This Spring, Earn Amtrak Points Two to Three Times as Fast

Last fall, Amtrak was giving away double points to Guest Rewards members for any train trip taken during the promotion period.  On March 22, the same promotion was back, and members can currently earn double points for train rides taken until May 7, 2010.  The kicker for this promotion, however, is that rather than ending [...]

Two More Cents on Amtrak

Two weeks ago, I wrote about my experience with Amtrak‘s cancellation policy.  Here’s an update on that trip:   In my post, I left off on where the Amtrak customer service representative canceled my outbound trip without imposing any cancellation fees – a huge deal, especially when compared to airline cancellation policies.  As I noted [...]

Cancellation Policy Puts Amtrak Ahead

Amtrak‘s winter promotion is ending this weekend, but besides the environmental benefits and the sometimes lower prices, there is yet another reason to choose the train over the plane when traveling on shorter routes: Amtrak’s cancellation policy.  I had heard of the flexibility of its policy before, but this week I had the opportunity to [...]

On Amtrak: Ride Two or Three, Get a Summer One Free

Money Under Your Futon has covered the Amtrak Guest Rewards program several times before, noting that it is a spending-based rather than miles-based program, as it gives points according to the price of the ticket rather than the distance traveled.  The number of points needed for a free ticket also varies by line, with the [...]

Amtrak Adds Bonus Points to Double Points Deal, If You Got the Email

In previous posts on travel deals, we have encouraged readers to pre-register for any free promotion on airlines or Amtrak that may potentially be relevant to them.  Many times, airlines will send emails to frequent flier customers advertising a bonus miles campaign.  If there is any likelihood that you might be eligible for the promotion [...]

Double up on Travel Bonuses this Fall

As travel plans are cut out to save on personal and business costs, reaching a meaningful threshold in a travel rewards program has become less and less realistic for many people this year.  But to give you a boost and keep you traveling, some airlines and Amtrak are giving double points this fall. Airlines typically [...]

Amtrak Extends Northeast Summer Deal into the Fall

Two months ago, we wrote about Amtrak’s summer sale for travel in the Northeast corridor.  With the 25% discount offered, taking the train became a slightly more accessible option, with a one-way New York – DC trip going for $49 and Philadelphia- New York going for $34.  This deal was due to run out just [...]

Shop Around for Miles and Cash Back Too

With so many online portals offering miles or cash back if you shop through their website, it pays to look around for the best rewards out there.  So after you’ve done your research for the item you are going to buy and have found the perfect coupon code, you should look for bonus deals on [...]

Summer Training: Deals on Amtrak

The bus is undoubtedly the cheapest way to travel in the Northeast corridor, but the train has its convenience, too – namely, not getting stuck in weekend traffic.  And as an added upside, Amtrak is offering a 25% discount on the lowest available fares on the Northeast Regional throughout the summer.  Here are some of [...]