Thalys trains link Paris to Brussels, Amsterdam, Antwerp and Cologne. And now, there’s something else uniting them: the opportunity to save significant money visiting all of them. When you book Thalys travel with Rail Europe between May 27-August 15, 2009* you’ll receive up to 50% off your first or second-class Regular tickets on most Thalys routes. It’s all part of our Thalys Going Going Gone Special. It’s your chance to enjoy the high-speed train and the high life, while traveling direct to as many as 17 cities. And with over 50 Thalys round trips a day, there’s the chance to see more of Europe than you ever imagined. Even taking you from Paris to Brussels in less than ninety minutes. Book quickly! This high-speed train goes fast.

* Valid for travel between June 10-August 29, 2009 All pricing noted is per person, one way. Space is subject to availability. Not valid on Group Bookings. Not valid on domestic routes in Belgium.

Also known as the red train, Thalys links Paris to Amsterdam, Brussels, Cologne and Dusseldorf. There are 18 Thalys trains per day that take you from Paris to Brussels in under 90 minutes.

	First Class: Meal included at your seat, welcome drink, free newspapers now available on the following routes: Paris-Brussels and Amsterdam-Paris
	Second Class: Reclining seats, bar-buffet car

Want to ensure a ride upon arrival? All first class Thalys passengers traveling to Paris Gare du Nord from Amsterdam or other cities are offered the possibility of booking a taxi from the train. Once in Paris a chauffeur will meet the passenger at the Thalys meeting point (located in front of the arrival platforms). Booking must be done at least 30 minutes prior to arrival with an attendant in the buffet car. Service available Monday to Friday.

All prices include all accommodations for all passengers. Thalys can be booked up to 90 days in advance. All Thalys trains are non-smoking.