A Private Car Rail Trip
Aboard
DOVER HARBOR
WASHINGTON, D.C.
TO
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
FOR THE 2004
NRHS CONVENTION
Relive
the grand era of rail travel in the exclusive
luxury and elegant comfort of the classic Pullman car Dover
Harbor on a 2,300 mile rail odyssey from Washington DC to
the City of Lakes - Minneapolis. Whether you plan to attend
Rail to the Northstar State- 2004 National Railway Historical
Society Convention or simply want a memorable vacation
to the Twin Cities, Dover Harbor will transport you there
in style.
Our journey begins with an early evening departure from Washington
DC on Saturday, June 26, 2004, on the Capital Limited. Savor
dinner while enjoying the beauty of the Potomac Valley
along the former Baltimore and Ohio Railway
through Harper's Ferry. Fall asleep to the gentle sway of the
train traveling across Ohio. Awake Sunday morning to a leisurely
breakfast and watch the landscape of northern Indiana
roll by before arriving late morning at Chicago's Union Station.
A one day layover is in store for passengers allowing time to
explore Chicagoland.
Dover Harbor's journey to Minneapolis continues the
next day with a mid-afternoon departure from Chicago on Arntrak
train ff7, The Empire Builder. Enjoy cocktails as we
roll across sprawling farmlands. Dinner follows prior to a late
evening arrival in Minneapolis-St Paul on June
28, 2004. For the next six days, enjoy the Twin Cities' many
attractions such as the Historic Minneapolis Warehouse District
nightlife, museums. Mall of America, the new
Hiawatha Line LRT, the 22nd Annual Taste of Minnesota
festival, a Prairie Home Companion at St. Paul's Fitzgerald
Theater, a spectacular Fourth of July celebration
on the Mississippi, and all of the NRHS Convention festivities.
While staying in the Twin Cities passengers may wish to continue
enjoying the charming ambiance of classic Pullman accommodations
by staying aboard the Dover Harbor while it is parked
at the Arntrak station in St. Paul (additional fare).
Dover Harbor will leave Minneapolis early in the morning
on Monday, July 5, 2004 with Arntrak train #8, The Empire
Builder. Enjoy magnificent views of the Mississippi
as you enjoy a sumptuous breakfast. Savor lunch as the Wisconsin
scenery rolls by. A mid afternoon arrival in the Windy City
presents another opportunity to explore Chicago.
Overnight on the car in Chicago and enjoy more sightseeing Tuesday,
July 6th. That evening, the final leg of the journey begins
when Dover Harbor departs Chicago on the eastbound Capitol
Limited. Dinner will be served upon departure. Our train
retraces our course through Indiana and Ohio to Pittsburgh during
the night. From there, we climb up over the mountains via the
former Baltimore 6C Ohio route to the Allegheny Summit
at Sand Patch; then onward to Cumberland and along
the Potomac River Valley while breakfast is served, then to
a noon arrival at Washington on July 7th.
ACCOMMODATIONS
All passengers will dine and view the scenery from the comfortable
lounge of the Dover Harbor. Sleeping accommodations on
this trip are the Dover Harbor's Classic Pullman Double
Bedrooms, which sleep two persons in an upper and lower berth.
Each bedroom has its own washbasin and toilet. A shower is available
to all.
PACKAGE OPTIONS AND PER PERSON PRICES
ROUND TRIP PACKAGE: Includes round
trip travel, accommodations (double occupancy), beverages and
meal service on Dover Harbor while en route.
Chapter Member: $1,699.00
Nonmember; $1,899.00
ONE WAY - - Washington DC to
Minneapolis, or Minneapolis to Washington, DC: Includes
one way travel to/from St. Louis, accommodations (double occupancy),
beverages and meal service on Dover Harbor while en route.
Chapter Member: $1,049.00
Nonmember: $1,249.00
PARLOR SEAT - - Chicago to Minneapolis,
June 28, 2004; or Minneapolis to Chicago, July 5, 2004:
Includes one way travel between Chicago and Minneapolis, beverages,
snacks and meal service on Dover Harbor while en route.
Chapter Member: Rail Only $169.00
Nonmember: Rail Only $199.00
BEDROOM - - Minneapolis, June
28-July 4, 2004 (7 nights): Includes seven nights sleeping
accommodations for two on Dover Harbor at the Minneapolis/St.
Paul Amtrak Station. No meal service provided.
Chapter Member/Nonmember: Rail only $400.00 per bedroom
PLEASE BE SURE TO READ
THE CONDITIONS ON THIS FLYER
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT!
Make your reservation and payment by April 15,2004 and deduct
one hundred dollars ($ 100.00) per person!
Payment must be made by cash, check or money order for this
offer. Early Bird discount applies only to round trip and one
way fares between Washington and Minneapolis-St. Paul.
MINNEAPOLIS!
June 26 to July 7, 2004
I'm ready to go! My reservation and payment are enclosed:
Name: _____________________________________
Address:____________________________________
City, State, Zip: ______________________________
Telephone: ____ day ____ evening _______________
E-mail: ____________________________________
PAYMENT METHOD
____ Check payable to Washington DC Chapter, NRHS
____ Charge to my Visa/Mastercard
Card No.: __________________________________
Expiration Date: _____________________________
Signature:__________________________________
Please reserve the following spaces:
# ____ Round Trip to Minneapolis/St. Paul @ ____ = $ ________
# ____ One Way- Washington to Minneapolis @ ____ = $ ________
# ____ One Way- Minneapolis to Washington @ ____ = $ ________
# ____ One Way- Chicago to Minneapolis @ ____ = $ ________
# ____ One Way- Minneapolis to Chicago @ ____ = $ ________
TOTAL AMOUNT: ___________________________________
NAMES OF ALL PASSENGERS (REQUIRED):
__________________________________________
__________________________________________
BOARDING LOCATION:
____ Washington DC
____ Chicago
____ Minneapolis/St. Paul
Other: _____________________________________
Mall to:
WASHINGTON DC CHAPTER NRHS
c/o Pat Clark. Reservations Agent
9136 Wlndemere Way
Jessup, MD 20794-9524
The Washington DC Chapter, Inc., National Railway Historical
Society, a nonprofit educational organization dedicated to expanding
public appreciation of railroads and their history, has operated
successful rail travel programs for over fifty years. This trip
will be staffed by experienced Chapter members who will provide
service in the Pullman tradition of excellence. We look forward
to having you aboard.
About the Dover Harbor
The Dover Harbor was originally constructed by the Pullman Company
of Chicago in 1923 as a combine, baggage-library car named the
Maple Shade. The eighty-one foot, eighty-seven ton car had a
four section, twelve seat lounge, a barber shop and a baggage
area. The car operated on the Pennsylvania Railroad until 1934
when it was rebuilt to Its current configuration of six double
bedrooms, buffet, lounge and renamed Dover Harbor. The car,
one of over eight thousand once owned and operated by the Pullman
Company was then assigned to service on the Michigan Central
Railroad. In 1954, Dover Harbor was assigned to operate between
Washington and Montreal on the Montrealer and the Washingtonian.
Dover Harbor remained in service until December, 1966.
The Washington D.C. Chapter, NRHS purchased the Dover Harbor
in 1979. Chapter members have worked to restore the car to its
1934 appearance. In addition. Its mechanical systems have been
brought up to date; the car is currently certified for travel
on Arntrak trains for speeds up to 110 MPH. Today, Dover Harbor
is the last of the Pullman heavyweight revenue service cars
still in main line railroad service. Tax deductible donations
for the continued restoration of the car are greatly appreciated.
In addition to trips such as these, the Dover Harbor is also
available for mobile or stationary charter. For more information,
please contact: Washington, D.C. Chapter, National Railway Historical
Society c/o Pat dark. Reservation Agent 9136WindemereWay Jessup,
Maryland 20794-9524 301-490-7311 E-mail: info@dcnrhs.org Web
site: www.dcnrhs.org
CONDITIONS
1. Package includes rail transportation from Washington, DC
to Minneapolis/St. Paul and return; double bedroom sleeping
or lounge seat accommodations aboard Dover Harbor depending
upon fare class, and, meals, snacks, beverages, wines and spirits
while en route aboard Dover Harbor only. A train schedule
with all provided meals will be sent to passengers with their
travel documents.
2. Passengers must make their own arrangements for accommodations,
meals, convention activities, attractions and ground transportation
while in Minneapolis.
3. Schedule of train departures and arrivals "is subject to
change without notice. Operators 8t Amtrak reserve the right
to substitute equipment or routes without notice.
4. An initial deposit of one third of the fare is required at
time of reservation. Reservations will not be guaranteed without
deposit. This deposit Is non refundable after May 1,2004.
5. Payment of full fare is due by May 1, 2004. If the full payment
Is not received by this date, the reservation will be deemed
cancelled.
6. No refund of payments will be made after May 1, 2004, other
than by operator's cancellation of the trip or reselling of
the space.
7. Reservations are not transferable and may not be resold without
the written consent of the operator.
8. Cancellation and refund requests must be made in writing.
A refund processing fee of 10% of fare paid will be charged
for all refunds prior to the no refund date.
9. Round trip package fares are for double occupancy. The single
supplement for the double bedroom accommodations Is equal to
the applicable per person double occupancy fare.
10. Passengers may board at intermediate station stops; please
notify ticket agent If you are planning to board at a station
other than Washington, D.C.
11. Passengers wishing to travel on segments other than those
published should contact the ticket agent for availability and
fares.
12. Children under age 2, not occupying a berth or seat, travel
free. Above age 2, the full fare is applicable.
13. Smoking Is not permitted aboard the private rail car, except
in the car vestibule. Smoking is also permitted on station platforms
at Arntrak designated smoking stops.
14. Physically challenged passengers requiring special assistance
or those with special dietary needs must notify the ticket agent
In writing In advance of the trip.
15. The operator suggests that passengers independently obtain
trip cancellation Insurance to cover cancellations resulting
from personal emergencies, Illness, or other similar causes.
16. A $35 fee will be assessed for checks returned for insufficient
funds.
17. The Washington D.C. Chapter, NRHS and Its representatives
act only as agents for the passengers with respect lo rail transportation,
food services and other services offered; as such, hold themselves
free of liability for any Injury, delay, loss or damage from
any cause whatsoever.
Washington, D,C. Chapter,
National Railway Historical Society
c/o Pat Clark, Reservation Agent
9136 Windemere Way
Jessup, MD 20794-9524
301-490-7311
E-mail: Info@dcnrhs.org
Web site: www.dchrhs.org
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