With the rise in eco-conscious travellers seeking slower-paced adventures across Europe, now is the perfect time to pitch Eurostar to your clients as an alternative way to explore some of the continent’s most loved destinations.
Eurostar currently operates across five different countries – the UK, France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany – with its extensive rail network connecting passengers to hundreds of exciting cities.
Below, we dive into the key selling points for Eurostar, discovering how to make your client’s journey just as special and memorable as the destination itself.
Slick and efficient travel across Europe
Travel with Eurostar takes away both the stress and complication of flying. When choosing to travel with Eurostar, your customers can expect quick journey times from city centre to city centre, avoiding long check-in queues and with all border checks completed before departure – so more time can be enjoyed exploring destinations! Most Eurostar train terminals are located in the heart of the cities, so no time is wasted on lengthy airport transfers.
If that isn't enough to convince your clients, taking the train emits 95% less CO2 on average compared to flying (according to a recent study), so they can enjoy their journey knowing they've significantly reduced their carbon footprint.
Your clients can travel from London to Rotterdam with Eurostar in just over three hours
With direct Eurostar trains now running from London to Amsterdam and Rotterdam up to five times a day on weekdays, there really is no better way for your clients to reach The Netherland's sought-after cities. Capacity-wise, Eurostar opened a brand-new terminal in Amsterdam last year, allowing 650 passengers onboard the trains leaving The Netherland's capital.
There are exciting times ahead, too, with Eurostar’s network expanding even further in the 2030s, seeing Frankfurt and Geneva being added to its destination portfolio.
Journeys for all client types
Eurostar boasts three travel classes with something to suit all budgets and traveller types: Eurostar Standard, Eurostar Plus and Eurostar Premier. All classes benefit from a generous luggage allowance of two suitcases and one hand luggage per person. Plus, there are no weight limits or liquid restrictions, meaning passengers can bring all their essentials and more!
If your client is looking for something a little more premium, then Eurostar Plus and Premier will make their journey extra special. Passengers will enjoy dedicated first class lounges, with spacious seats and extra legroom. Eurostar Plus travellers will enjoy a delicious light meal at their seat when travelling to and from London, whereas Eurostar Premier passengers will be offered a three-course gourmet meal with champagne onboard, as well as access to Eurostar Premier lounges and a dedicated check-in.
Eurostar Premier guests benefit from a gourmet three-course meal
Trade support and rewards
Travel agents can work directly with Eurostar through multiple means. First, Voyager is Eurostar’s dedicated online booking tool for agents and tour operators who achieve £10k in revenue per year (ideal for group bookings). API is available for direct integration when achieving £20k in revenue per year, helping agencies to streamline the process. Agencies using these tools can earn commission on public fares and benefit from dedicated trade support.
Meanwhile, Eurostar for Agents is the one-stop-shop for advisors looking for up-to-date information, news articles and to discover more ways of working with Eurostar. This includes information on the brand's free online portal – Eurostar for Business – for agencies of all sizes to book and earn rewards.
