Amtrak Launches Marketing Campaign Inviting Travelers to "Break the Travel Quo"

Nationwide Campaign Showcases the Benefits of Rail Travel, Including No Middle Seats

News provided by

Sep 14, 2017, 10:00 ET

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Traveling these days can be complicated with all the rules, restrictions, additional fees, and shrinking leg room – but it doesn't have to be. Amtrak revealed today an exciting new campaign, dubbed "Break the Travel Quo," that goes head-to-head against some of the most prevalent pain points of modern day travel and reminds consumers that riding with Amtrak is a far easier, more comfortable and convenient way to travel.

What if there was a car that allowed everyone to just let loose? There isn’t, but there is Amtrak with spacious seats, plenty of legroom and a dining car.

What if there was a car that didn’t get stuck in traffic? There isn’t, but there is Amtrak where you can go downtown to downtown with spacious seats and zero traffic.

What if there was an airline that allowed you to make calls anytime? There isn’t, but there is Amtrak which offers free Wi-Fi on most trains.

Where if there was an airline that let you bring up to four bags for free? There isn’t, but there is Amtrak, where your first four bags are free and you travel with no middle seats and first-class legroom.

When traveling with Amtrak, you can fly past traffic without actually having to fly.

With no middle seat, spacious seats and ample leg room, Amtrak is a more comfortable way to travel.

Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8176651-amtrak-break-the-travel-quo-campaign/

"Break the Travel Quo" takes a lighthearted approach to push against the realities of air and car travel that have become par for the course, juxtaposing commonplace scenarios against the comfort and convenience of Amtrak. Not only does Amtrak boast one of the most generous baggage policies in the travel industry – allowing passengers to bring up to four pieces of luggage for free – but the rail company also offers free Wi-Fi, the freedom to use phones and electronic devices at all times (no "airplane mode"), the ability to travel with small pets on many trains, large spacious seats with ample leg room, and no middle seat.

"We're excited about this campaign because it showcases what we know our customers love about rail travel: comfort, convenience and a premium experience," said President and co-CEO Richard Anderson.

Amtrak operates a nationwide rail network, serving more than 500 destinations in 46 states, and carries more than 30 million customers annually.

The integrated multi-platform campaign includes digital, radio and outdoor advertising, in addition to public relations and social media. The new campaign was created in coordination with Amtrak's advertising agency, FCB New York.

For additional information on "Break the Travel Quo" visit www.BreaktheTravelQuo.com.

About Amtrak^®
Amtrak – America's Railroad^®'—is dedicated to safe and reliable mobility as the nation's intercity passenger rail service provider and its high-speed rail operator. With our state and commuter partners, we move people, the economy and the nation forward, carrying more than 30 million Amtrak passengers for each of the past six years. Formally known as the National Railroad Passenger Corporation, Amtrak is governed by a 10 member board of directors, nine of whom are appointed by the President of the United States plus the Amtrak CEO. Anthony R. Coscia is board chairman and Jeffrey R. Moreland is vice chairman. Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily— at speeds up to 150 mph (241 kph—connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states, the District of Columbia and three Canadian Provinces. Learn more at Amtrak.com or call 800-USA-RAIL for schedules, fares and other information. Check us out at blog.Amtrak.com , Like us on Facebook.com and Follow us on Twitter @Amtrak.