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Greyhound Introduces New 'Travel Stimulus Package'

Posted on: Thursday, 11 December 2008, 11:03 CST

Newly Discounted Fares and Promotions Keep America Moving for Holidays

DALLAS, Dec. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Financial relief is on the way for holiday travelers who are trying to find ways to visit their family and friends this season while still having enough money to pay the bills. Greyhound is rolling out the company's first-ever "Travel Stimulus Package" - new fare specials and deals just in time for the holidays and beyond with no blackout dates. Riders can choose from a variety of discounted fares, which include special friends and family rates, expanded e-fares, and deeply discounted advance ticket fares.

"There's a lot of talk these days about how we can get America moving again and Greyhound is committed to supporting this effort when it comes to travel," said Dave Leach, president and CEO, Greyhound Lines, Inc. "Our new 'Stimulus Package' helps make it possible for families to take their vacations, reunite with loved ones and continue their holiday traditions."

Greyhound partner Peter Pan Bus Lines also will be offering these discounts in the Northeast region where they serve. The following are now available online and in terminals:

• Friends and Family Companion Fare: Up to three companions can travel at 50 percent off with the purchase of one adult standard walk-up fare. A three-day advance purchase is required.

• 10-Day Advance Purchase Fare: 10-day advance purchase fares are 75 percent off adult standard walk-up fare. Every day, 250 tickets will be available for purchase until they are sold out.

• Expanded On-Line Discounts: Fares are priced at a 20-percent discount off the adult standard walk-up fare.

• Holiday Bounce-Back Coupon: For all tickets sold in terminals during the holiday period (Dec. 15 - Jan. 5), customers will receive a coupon for 20 percent off their next trip during the redemption period (Jan. 6 - March 31).

Some restrictions may apply. For more information visit www.greyhound.com.

About Greyhound

Greyhound is the largest North American provider of intercity bus transportation, serving more than 2,300 destinations with more than 10,500 daily departures across the continent. The company also provides Greyhound PackageXpress and charters. For fare and schedule information or to buy tickets, call 1-800-231-2222 or visit the Web site at www.greyhound.com.

SOURCE Greyhound Lines, Inc.

Source: PR Newswire

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