Great Southern Rail To Unveil New Luxurious Level Of Service
Great Southern Rail announces the introduction of an exciting new superior level of service aboard The Ghan, called ‘Platinum Service’, later this year.
Platinum Service is a new luxury level of train travel, like no other Australian train accommodation. The new Platinum Service Cabins are currently being built by a luxury boat builder to a completely new floor plan inspired by the world’s most luxurious trains.
Tony Braxton-Smith, Chief Executive Officer said, “It’s a very exciting time at Great Southern Rail, we are really looking forward to unveiling this exciting new level of service. This is without a doubt the most important development for rail tourism in Australia since the launch of The Ghan to Darwin”.
“Platinum Cabins will be approximately twice the size of our standard Gold Twin Cabins with each room offering deluxe accommodation including double beds, spacious ensuite and 24 hour room service. They will have all the modern comforts, in a classic style, with a distinctly Australian character”, he added.
“The Ghan will now also offer accommodation options that rival the best world-class trains. This new service level is in addition to our existing Red and Gold Services, which will continue to operate on The Ghan. This means The Ghan will now cater to all budgets from Red Service the most economical way to travel, through to Gold Service for those holidaymakers who want to travel in comfort and now the deluxe offering of the new Platinum Service.”
Platinum Service has been designed to meet the needs of the discerning traveller looking for that next level of comfort that will truly be the ultimate way to travel in style through the heart of Australia.
The details of Platinum Service are still under wraps as final preparations are being made. The first journey on The Ghan offering Platinum Service is expected to take place late 2008.
Great Southern Rail has launched a new “Platinum VIP Club” for domestic and international holiday makers interested in experiencing a new level of service on one of Australia’s most famous rail journeys.
Membership is free, and members will be given priority access to purchase tickets prior to tickets going on sale for the general public.
“The Platinum VIP Club” members will receive a regular newsletter featuring updates and information on Platinum Service. Joining is as easy as filling in a simple form available at www.gsr.com.au/platinum or by phoning (Aus) 13 21 47.
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