Heartland Flyer Celebrates Oklahoma Centennial with Special Fares Through December

The Amtrak Heartland Flyer train is playing a part in the Oklahoma’s celebration of 100 years of statehood. From now until December 13, 2007, each adult passenger who uses a special promotional code can bring a companion with them at no additional charge.

Aside from a few blackout dates during holidays in April, May and November, passengers using discount code H711 are entitled to a free companion ticket for the same itinerary at the same time. Couples or adults traveling with kids can enjoy the comfortable and reliable Heartland Flyer while sampling the history of the Sooner State.

Oklahoma celebrates its 100th anniversary of statehood on November 16, 2007, and all across the 46th state, communities and organizations are getting ready.

Many are creating monuments, fountains, parks or cultural facilities that reflect local or state history, while others are restoring historical sites and structures. Most are planning special commemorations or are enhancing traditional festivals and annual events. For more information, visit the state’s official Oklahoma ’07 web site: www.oklahomacentennial.com.

Amtrak operates the Heartland Flyer under contracts with ODOT and the Texas Department of Transportation, with the support of the Heartland Flyer Coalition, a grass-roots group representing communities and leaders along the 206-mile route.

For more information, including other provisions of the promotion, visit the "Hot Deals" section of the Amtrak.com web site.

Amtrak provides intercity passenger rail services to more than 500 destinations in 46 states on a 21,000-mile route system. For schedules, fares and information, passengers may call 800-USA-RAIL or visit Amtrak.com or www.heartlandflyer.com.