By Jez Rourke
Eurostar is reliable and figures indicate that over ninety percent of trains reach their destinations on time. It represents a good alternative option to flying, as you only have to check in half an hour before your train arrives. It is also a much more environmentally friendly option, as a journey on Eurostar emits ten times less carbon dioxide that a plane to the same destination. Eurostar work closely with Friends of the Earth and have made a commitment to reduce emission further by 2012.
Standard travel is family friendly as there are specific family areas to sit in. These are designed to give child passengers a bit more space to enjoy and are located near the baby changing facilities. The bar buffet offers a good choice of snack and meals and is a far cry from the limp sandwiches you may have endured when travelling with some other companies.
Leisure Select travel on Eurostar means a warm welcome at the platform, glossy magazines to read in a comfortable seat with arm rests. This is just ideal for stretching out and snoozing after your free glass of champagne you receive with your lunch and dinner. The menu is tantalising with a choice of authentic cuisine from Britain and the Continent made from organic, Fairtrade and locally sourced fresh ingredients.
Business Premier travel on Eurostar allows you to check in fast and even choose where to sit when you book online. The table areas are large enough to meet the businessperson's needs and all seats have power sockets for your laptop. Business lounges provide complimentary newspapers, magazines, snacks, refreshments, and WiFi Internet access. The meals are of good quality but for those who are too busy to stop and eat, you can order the Express Breakfast, a healthy yet cold meal option.
Joining the Eurostar Frequent Traveller program allows you to enjoy special service benefits and earn points to spend on rewards. You qualify by making a journey or return journey to the value of £185 and it's easy to apply simply by filling in the online application form. Once you have joined, all you have to do is quote your membership number when you travel in order to start receiving some special rewards.
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