How to benefit from Hostelling International discount on Via Rail trains?
I would like to book a trip on Via Rail (the Canadian railway company) and I have seen that there is a partnership between Hostelling International and Via Rail for a 10% discount.
I have searched a way to book this trip with this discount online, but even with the discount code provided on HI website, I cannot really figure in the booking process how to benefit from it. Via Rail lists multiple Discount Types (e.g. Promotional Coupon, Other Special Discounts, E-coupon, ...), and requires for each a Discount Code and sometimes a Serial Number.
I have tried with some of these types, and the discount code provided on HI website. But in the end I always get the same error:
You have provided an invalid discount code and/or serial number for at least one passenger. Please correct (or remove) it below.
Is there a way to book it online? Otherwise, where can I take advantage of this fare? In HI hostels? at Via Rail stations?
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What is corporate discount VIA Rail?
You have access to this corporate rate of 10% discount, applicable to all train tickets and routes EXCEPT multi-trip pass products and promotional fares. It is applicable to business and leisure trips for up to 3 additional passengers (accompanied by an Empire Life employee or contracted Advisor).How much do you tip on VIA Rail?
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The difference between the two rates can be found by hovering your computer mouse over the fare column header. There are not only luggage restrictions, but also cancellation & ticket exchange rules. Escape fares are non-refundable, economy fares are refundable. Yes you would be in the same car.Is BUSINESS CLASS worth it on VIA Rail?
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