AREMA - 2008 European Rail and Technology Tour

Registration Costs:
The registration fee is due to AREMA with the signed registration form by January 31, 2008.

Full Registration:

AREMA Members: $550
Non-members: $700

One Week Registration:

AREMA Members: $450
Non-members: $600

Participants are responsible for obtaining a Eurailpass (estimated at $690) and a BritRail Pass (estimated at $185) prior to leaving the U.S. All travel and hotel reservations will be arranged directly by each participant offering flexibility on price and schedule allowing for use of rail passes, airline and hotel rewards. We will provide a list of hotels in each city with a range of rates. Participants will also be responsible for the cost of their meals and other incidentals.

Accompanying Persons
There will be no formal program for spouses and accompanying persons.

Cancellation Policy & Legal Terms:
A 100% refund will be issued if the Rail & Technology Tour is canceled by AREMA. No refunds will be issued if participant cancels. Substitutions may be made for a $50 processing fee.

AREMA reserves the right to cancel this trip for any reason including if there is insufficient participation. Insufficient participation is defined as having less than 10 confirmed registrations by January 31, 2008. If this trip is cancelled, you will be notified in writing by February 15, 2008.

All registrants must have a valid passport and all appropriate documentation before attending this trip. AREMA is not responsible for participant cancellation if registrant is unable to secure a passport.

AREMA is not liable for any costs incurred resulting from cancellation of this Rail and Technology Tour. Registrants should consult with their personal Travel Consultant regarding purchasing trip cancellation insurance. AREMA is not responsible for any incidental or consequential damages such as nonrefundable airfare or train travel.

AREMA is not liable for accidents, illness or loss or damage of personal property that may occur during the Rail and Technology Tour. AREMA shall bear no responsibility for the safety of the participants and their personal property. Registrants are strongly advised to arrange appropriate insurance coverage before leaving the United States.

The tour venues may require walking and climbing on irregular or rough surfaces in the railway environment as well as use of public transportation that may post barriers to persons with mobility impairments. Persons with special needs should make those needs known at the time of registration. AREMA assumes no responsibility for the inability to access venues or public transportation.

Travel & Accomodations:
All travel and hotel reservations will be made and paid for directly by each participant, offering flexibility on price and schedule and allowing for use of airline and hotel rewards and rail pass privileges. A comprehensive itinerary and a list of suggested hotel locations will be supplied.