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| **Introduction to Travel Service Bridge Solution**                    |
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| **User's Guide**                                                      |
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| **March 4, 2005**                                                     |
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Table of Contents

**I Rules of the Road [2](#i-rules-of-the-road)**

Terminology Guide [2](#terminology-guide)

New User Procedures [2](#new-user-procedures)

Initial Log In [2](#initial-log-in)

Setting Up A User Profile [7](#setting-up-a-user-profile)

II Create a Travel Plan for Domestic Flight
[11](#ii-create-a-travel-plan-for-domestic-flight)

Reserving a Flight [12](#reserving-a-flight)

Code Share Airline Itineraries [18](#code-share-airline-itineraries)

Reserving a Car [19](#reserving-a-car)

Reserving a Hotel [23](#reserving-a-hotel)

Reserve Itinerary [28](#reserve-itinerary)

Edit Itinerary [31](#edit-itinerary)

Cancel Itinerary [37](#cancel-itinerary)

III Create a Travel Plan for Rail Travel
[38](#iii-create-a-travel-plan-for-rail-travel)

Reserving a Train [38](#reserving-a-train)

# I Rules of the Road

The following are a few tips for Travel Service Bridge users:

-   Do not use the Internet browser's navigation tools except for the
    Print function. The service has its own navigational tools.

-   Use single clicks only throughout the service.

-   Keep in mind that you are actually on the Internet. The speed of the
    application depends on your connection.

-   Make sure the Web page loads completely before entering information.

-   To enter telephone numbers and credit card numbers do not include
    brackets ( ), hyphens (-), or spaces.

-   When making travel arrangements, be sure to keep in mind the per
    diem limits for that location. For assistance, use the link on the
    FedTraveler home page or the GSA portal.

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-   The system will log off after 15 minutes of inactivity.

Please report functional problems to the Travel Service Call Center at 1
866 876 8020.

## Terminology Guide

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-   Drop Down Menu/List:
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-   Hyperlink: ![](media/image5.wmf){width="0.3888888888888889in"
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-   YCA Fare: Government-negotiated rate; allows travelers to purchase
    refundable tickets. They can be changed without penalty.

## New User Procedures 

This section of the guide shows the steps to access a Travel Service
Bridge account and update a User Profile. It will also help users to
become familiar with the Travel Service Bridge solution.

### Initial Log In

All Travel Service Bridge functions may be accessed through the Internet
from the home page.

To gain access to an account, enter the Member ID and personal
identification number (PIN). USDA provides this information; users who
have not received a Member ID and PIN must contact the agency Travel
Policy User Group member or the Agency Customer Service Advocate. **Now
follow the steps to log in to the system**.

Open the Internet browser (such as Internet Explorer) and type
[www.fedtraveler.com](http://www.fedtraveler.com/) in the address bar.

The Travel Service home page appears.

Click the **Start Your Journey** button and the Login page appears.

![](media/image6.wmf){width="6.054861111111111in" height="4.76875in"}

Figure I-1: The Travel Service Home Page

Enter the USDA-provided **Member ID** in the appropriate field. (See
Figure I-2, The Login Page.)

Enter the **PIN** in the appropriate field. To log in to the system for
the first time, use the last four characters the USDA assigned **Member
ID** for a PIN. ***Note**:* After three unsuccessful login attempts
(incorrect PIN or member ID) the traveler will be locked out of the
system and the traveler will have to contact a system administrator or
the HELP DESK to unlock the account. Users who subsequently forget a
**PIN** may enter a Member ID then click on the link, "**Forgot your
PIN? Click here**," and follow the onscreen instructions. A random PIN
will then be e-mailed to the user.

![](media/image7.wmf){width="4.917361111111111in"
height="2.734722222222222in"}

Figure I-2: The Login Page

Click the **Login** button. (shown in Figure I-2, The Login Page).

The *Privacy Act Notice* statement appears and users must read the
Privacy Act Notice statement, then click **OK** to continue. (See Figure
I-3, Privacy Act Notice.)

![](media/image8.wmf){width="4.6409722222222225in"
height="2.122916666666667in"}

Figure I-3: Privacy Act Notice.

On the New User screen, the Travel Service system will prompt users to
verify their e-mail address before logging into the Travel Service (see
Figure I-4, Verify the e-Mail Address). This is an extremely important
step because the e-mail address is the address to which all travel
reservations, itineraries, changes and cancellations, transaction fees,
and transaction information are transmitted. Because of the many
non-standard addresses in use at USDA, this step is critical. If a
Travel Arranger will be making the arrangements, the user must enter the
Travel Arranger's e-mail address into the user's profile later in the
New User Setup process.

If the e-mail address is correct continue by clicking **Submit**. If the
e-mail address is incorrect, modify the information, then click
**Submit.**

![](media/image9.wmf){width="5.0in" height="1.8340277777777778in"}

Figure I-4: Verify the e-Mail Address.

Click **OK** in the pop-up window that appears. (See Figure I-5, Pop-Up
Window for e-Mail Verification.)

![](media/image10.wmf){width="4.995833333333334in"
height="1.7791666666666666in"}

Figure I-5: Pop-Up Window for e-Mail Verification.

If a temporary PIN has been requested, a confirmation window will appear
explaining that a temporary PIN has been e-mailed to your account. You
will need to retrieve this PIN from your e-mail application before
continuing. (See Figure 1-6, Confirmation Window for e-Mail
Verification.)

![](media/image11.wmf){width="5.090277777777778in"
height="1.9902777777777778in"}

Figure I-6: Confirmation Window for e-Mail Verification.

Select the **Continue** menu option to return to the Login page.\
(See Figure I-6.)

The user must wait for the e-mail with Subject: "Refreshed PIN" to
obtain the new temporary PIN.

When the user has retrieved the temporary PIN from e-mail, it may be
used to log into the Travel Service at
[www.Fedtraveler.com]{.underline}. Enter the **Member ID** and temporary
**PIN,** then after reading the *Privacy Act Notice* statement, select
**OK.** (Figure I-7, Sign On Again Using the Temporary PIN.)

![](media/image12.wmf){width="5.002083333333333in" height="2.4125in"}

Figure I-7: Sign On Again Using the Temporary PIN.

The **New User** Web screen will appear with the **Welcome** message. To
set up a profile, continue to the next section, Setting Up A User
Profile.

## Setting Up A User Profile

A new user signing onto the Travel Service Bridge is required to follow
the steps in the *New User* module to verify or enter required
information. The required fields contain an asterisk to the left of them
or appear highlighted (depending on the browser type). Users must
complete this process to set up a Travel Service Bridge User Profile.

Click the **Next** menu option to proceed to subsequent User Profile
pages. (See Figure I-8, Welcome Screen for First Time Login.)

![](media/image13.wmf){width="5.03125in" height="3.3097222222222222in"}

Figure I-8: Welcome Screen for First Time Login.

The Personal Information page of the profile appears. Enter or verify
the data displayed. Required fields appear marked by a red asterisk.
(See Figure I-9, Personal Information Page.)

To select a state, click the drop-down arrow to the right of the
**State** field, (![](media/image14.wmf){width="0.20833333333333334in"
height="0.23958333333333334in"}), and choose the appropriate two-letter
abbreviation.

Enter the required information. Users may use an office address in lieu
of a home address, if preferred. A default airport code may be entered;
however, this is not critical for the Travel Service Bridge solution.
(See Figure I-9.) Select **Next** to proceed to Financial Information.
**Disregard the Financial Information data box** and select **Next** to
proceed to the Employment Information box.

![](media/image15.png){width="5.99015748031496in"
height="2.5736220472440943in"}

Figure I-9: Personal Information Page.

Disregard the two check boxes at the bottom of the page, they are not
active for the Travel Services Bridge solution.

To enter data on this page, click in the appropriate field, then type in
information. For fields with a drop-down arrow,
(![](media/image14.wmf){width="0.20833333333333334in"
height="0.23958333333333334in"}), click the arrow and select the
appropriate option. (See Figure I-10, Employment Information Page.)

Enter your e-mail address in the **E-Mail Address1** field. This is the
only required field on this page. (See Figure I-10.)

In the **E-Mail Address 2** field, which is optional, users may enter a
device e‑mail, for example, Palm Pilot, Web-enabled Cell Phone or
Blackberry device. Also, if an alternate preparer is to create the
travel documents, that person's e-mail address should be entered in this
field. (See Figure I-10 below.)

![](media/image16.wmf){width="5.091666666666667in"
height="2.984027777777778in"}

Figure I-10: Employment Information Page.

Select the **Next** menu option to continue to the Credit Card page. The
Government Card, the Purchase Card, and the Personal Card will be
displayed. Disregard the Purchase and Personal Cards. (See Figure\
I-11, Government Card Page.)

To enter data on the Government Card page (also known as Employees
Travel Charge Card), click in the appropriate field, then type in
information or carefully review the data that was provided by USDA. This
number must be the user's personal government travel card, currently the
Visa card from the Bank of America. If the data is correct, then move
on. Users should ensure that the credit card selection reflects VISA.
This is the only valid selection. If it is incorrect, it should be
updated and re-verified. For fields with a drop-down arrow,
(![](media/image14.wmf){width="0.20833333333333334in"
height="0.23958333333333334in"}), click the arrow and select the
appropriate option. (See Figure I-11, Government Card Page.)

Select the **Next** menu option to continue to the **Save Profile**
page.

![](media/image17.png){width="5.996456692913386in"
height="1.7181102362204725in"}

Figure I-11: Government Card Page.

On the **Save Profile** page, enter the temporary PIN received from the
system by e-mail in the **Old Pin** field. (See Figure I-12, Save
Profile Page.)

In the **New PIN** field, the user must create a new pin. The New PIN
must consist of a minimum of eight characters and a maximum of 20; a new
PIN must also contain at least one upper case letter, one lower case
letter and one number; for example, Dogcatcher12.

Re-enter the new PIN in the **Confirm New PIN** field. (See Figure
I-12.)

Click the **Click here to save profile** button. (See Figure I-12.)
***Note*:** Any changes made to the User Profile must be physically
saved by coming to this page and entering a PIN then clicking the
**Click here to save profile** button.

![](media/image18.wmf){width="4.629166666666666in"
height="2.1416666666666666in"}

Figure I-12: Save Profile Page

After saving a profile, the Travel Desktop page appears (see Figure
I-13, Traveler Desktop Information). From this page users access all the
other functionality of the travel system.

![](media/image19.wmf){width="6.147222222222222in"
height="2.6013888888888888in"}

Figure I-13: Traveler Desktop Information

# 

# II Create a Travel Plan for Domestic Flight

When login is complete, the Traveler Desktop page appears (see Figure
II-1, Traveler Desktop Select New Document). Under Traveler Action, the
default setting of New Document is selected. To start planning travel,
click **Go;** the New Document page appears**.**

![](media/image19.wmf){width="6.495833333333334in"
height="2.7444444444444445in"}

Figure II-1: Traveler Desktop Select New Document

On the New Document screen (see Figure II-2, New Document), enter the
travel Authorization Number in the text box. From the Payment Method
drop-down menu, select the default payment method of Government Issued
Card. Under Traveler Action, the default setting of Reservation is
selected. Click **Go.**

![](media/image20.wmf){width="5.166666666666667in"
height="3.060416666666667in"}

Figure II-2: New Document

## Reserving a Flight

Select the user's name from the Use Profile drop-down menu.

From this screen (see Figure II-3, Traveler Information Selection
Screen) users plan a flight. Under Flight Information, click on the
appropriate radio button (Round Trip, One Way, Multi-Leg Trip).

Use the drop-down menu to select the Leave Date/Time. By clicking on the
calendar next to the drop-down list, users can click on the date to auto
populate the Date fields. Use the drop-down menu to select departure
times. Follow the same steps to schedule the Return Date/Time. Next,
type the name of the city or airport code in the To City/From City text
box. If the airport code is not known, use the [Search
hyperlink]{.underline} to find the correct airport code by typing in the
city and state. Be sure to select the correct airport code.

Click **Next.**

![](media/image21.wmf){width="5.232638888888889in"
height="3.3618055555555557in"}

Figure II-3: Traveler Information Selection Screen

The screen shown in Figure II-4, Retrieving Schedules, will stay up
momentarily while the system searches for the requested flight
information.

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height="1.5194444444444444in"}

Figure II-4: Retrieving Schedules

The screen shown in Figure II-5, Available Flight Schedule Examples,
shows the available flights that meet the travel criteria. From this
page, use the [Select]{.underline} hyperlink under Options to select the
first leg of a flight. When this is selected, the system will
automatically display all flights that meet the travel criteria for the
second leg of a trip. To select the flight, follow the same steps as
used for the first leg.

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height="4.668055555555555in"}

Figure II-5: Available Flight Schedule Examples

![](media/image24.wmf){width="6.499305555555556in"
height="2.4180555555555556in"}

Figure II-6: Change Request and Search Again

To schedule the chosen flights, click the **Next** button.

![](media/image25.wmf){width="6.498611111111111in"
height="2.9027777777777777in"}

Figure II-7: Schedule Flights

This screen displays a flight option that meets the criteria.
FedTraveler.com will also display alternate options, which may have
lower fares, different flight times, or different carriers.

Under USDA business rules, users select flights labeled
[Normal]{.underline} under the Fare Options. If [Normal]{.underline}
flights are not displayed, look for Federal Government YCA Fares (which
assure contract fare, guaranteed seat, changeable tickets, and no
penalties. See examples in figure II-8). Be aware that [Lowest
Available]{.underline} fares may be less expensive than Government YCA
fares; however, [Lowest Available]{.underline} fares frequently have
penalties for changes or cancellations, may have restrictions, and may
have mandatory purchase by dates. If you select other than a
Government-approved fare, you will be prompted to provide a reason code
on the next screen.

![](media/image26.wmf){width="6.495833333333334in"
height="5.356944444444444in"}

![](media/image27.wmf){width="6.497916666666667in"
height="2.4194444444444443in"}

Figure II-8: QuikQuote

The next screen (Figure II-9, Reserve Itinerary) allows the user to
review the flight itinerary before reserving. The flight has not yet
been reserved.

From here, either click on [Reserve a Car]{.underline}, or [Reserve a
Hotel]{.underline} or reserve a flight by clicking the **Reserve**
button in the bottom right-hand corner.

![](media/image28.wmf){width="6.496527777777778in"
height="5.270833333333333in"}

Figure II-9: Reserve Itinerary

![](media/image29.wmf){width="5.995833333333334in"
height="2.3784722222222223in"}

Figure II-10: Reserve Itinerary

## Code Share Airline Itineraries

When you reserve an airline ticket you may find that your flight is
ticketed through one air carrier but your seat is actually on another
carrier's aircraft. This is a result of what the airline industry calls
"code share", when one airline shares seats on its aircraft with another
carrier. Each airline will have its own flight number for that aircraft.

Here is what you may see: After you have selected your flight and you
click **Reserve** on the Reserve Itinerary screen, the quality agent
will show your ticket information, departure and arrival times and air
carrier name(s).

Notice in the example shown below, that although the traveler is
ticketed on **United Airlines Flight number 8327B**, the flight is
**operated by** **Air Canada.** This indicates that United Airlines
Issued you a **United Airlines ticket**, but United Airlines is sharing
seats on an **Air Canada Aircraft** under a **"code share"** agreement.
Using the example here, the **Air Canada** flight Number does not appear
on the itinerary.

If you want to find the flight number of the **Air Canada** Flight, you
could go to the **Schedules** screen and search for the **Air Canada**
flight which has the same locations and departure/arrival times of the
**United** Flight.

![](media/image30.wmf){width="6.697916666666667in"
height="4.553472222222222in"} Figure II-11 Code Share Flight

## Reserving a Car 

To reserve a car (see Figure II-12, Reserve a Car), type the name of the
city or airport code in the Pick Up City / Drop Off City text boxes. If
the airport code is not known, use the [Search]{.underline} hyperlink to
find the correct airport code.

Use the drop-down menu for Pick Up Date / Drop Off Date. By clicking on
the calendar next to the drop-down menu, the user can click on the date
to auto populate those fields. Select a time from the drop-down menu.

Click **Continue.**

![](media/image31.wmf){width="6.499305555555556in"
height="2.928472222222222in"}

Figure II-12: Reserve a Car

The following screen (Figure II-13, Select a Car Rental Agency) allows
the user to select a rental agency based on the company name and price
range. Click on the Car Company [Name]{.underline} hyperlink of the
rental agency selected.

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![](media/image32.wmf){width="6.495138888888889in"
height="4.5055555555555555in"}

Figure II-13: Select a Car Rental Agency

The next screen (Figure II-14, Select a Car─ Type of Car) allows users
to choose the type of car to rent based on Type and Weekly Rate. Click
on the [Type]{.underline} of car selected. Under USDA business rules,
the user must select an economy car, unless otherwise instructed by a
manager.

![](media/image33.wmf){width="6.497916666666667in"
height="3.0708333333333333in"}

Figure II-14: Select a Car ─ Type of Car

The screen shown in Figure II-15, Reservation Review Screen, allows the
user to review the car reservation before reserving.

From here, either click on [Reserve a Hotel]{.underline} or reserve your
flight and car by clicking the **Reserve** button in the bottom
right-hand corner.

![](media/image34.wmf){width="6.496527777777778in"
height="5.573611111111111in"}

Figure II-15: Reservation Review Screen

![](media/image29.wmf){width="4.7625in" height="1.886111111111111in"}

Figure II-16: Reserve Itinerary

## Reserving a Hotel

Under Hotel Information, use the drop-down menu for Check-In Date /
Check-Out Date for the travel itinerary. The user can click on the
calendar next to the drop-down menu and click on the date to auto
populate those fields. Use the drop-down menu to select a Room Type.

Under Search Criteria, select a preferred hotel chain using the
drop-down menu or leave the default setting, ALL. Next, locate a hotel
within as little as 1 mile from either the airport or an address typed
into the text boxes. The text boxes marked with an asterisk are required
fields. When the foregoing steps have been completed, click the
**Continue** button in the lower right-hand corner.

![](media/image35.wmf){width="6.498611111111111in"
height="5.159722222222222in"}

Figure II-17: Reserve a Hotel

Figure II-18, Select a Hotel, displays the Federal Premier Lodging
Properties by Hotel name and miles from the airport or address
requested. To choose a hotel, click on the [Hotel Name]{.underline}
hyperlink.

The hotel selected will be listed under the Currently Selected Hotels
and the user will be able to prioritize choices here.

![](media/image36.wmf){width="6.495833333333334in"
height="5.100694444444445in"}

Figure II-18: Select a Hotel

By using the scroll arrow on the right, the user will see the Hotel
Names listed in the following format. Click on any of the icons to find
out more information about the hotel. All Federal Government employees
must stay in FEMA-approved hotels (click the fire extinguisher icon for
more information).

To view the available rooms and rates, click the [Click Here to View
Rooms and Rates]{.underline} hyperlink.

![](media/image37.wmf){width="6.498611111111111in"
height="5.588888888888889in"}

Figure II-19, Hotel Search Results Example

The following screen (Figure II-20, Choose Room Type) shows the
available rooms and associated rates. Click the radio button next to the
room chosen. Click **Continue**.

![](media/image38.wmf){width="6.498611111111111in"
height="6.879861111111111in"}

Figure II-20: Choose Room Type

Figure II-21, Hotel Information, shows the selected hotel and related
information. Under Currently Selected Hotels, click the radio button
next to the hotel selected. Click **Continue**.

![](media/image39.wmf){width="6.498611111111111in"
height="5.795138888888889in"}

Figure II-21: Hotel Information

## Reserve Itinerary

This screen allows the user to review and confirm all requested
reservations. At this time the user may edit the reservations by using
the [Edit]{.underline} hyperlinks.

When the reservations are confirmed, click the **Purchase** button on
the right side of the screen to submit the travel request to the travel
agency.

The itinerary can be cancelled at this time by clicking the **Cancel**
button**.**

![](media/image40.wmf){width="5.0465277777777775in" height="4.1125in"}

Figure II-22: Reservation Review Screen (Screen 1 of 3)

![](media/image41.wmf){width="4.860416666666667in"
height="4.904861111111111in"}

Figure II-23: Itinerary Review Screen (2 of 3)

![](media/image42.wmf){width="5.202083333333333in"
height="1.7104166666666667in"}

Figure II-24: Itinerary Review Screen (3 of 3)

While reserving an itinerary, the user may choose a seat for the flight
by clicking the Select seats from maps (if available) radio button.
Using the plane diagram, click on the open space to reserve the selected
seat. Click **Next**. The user will be prompted to choose a seat for the
return flight.

![](media/image43.wmf){width="5.3180555555555555in"
height="4.154166666666667in"}

Figure II-25: Seat Selection

## Edit Itinerary

From the Traveler Desktop, click the [Itineraries]{.underline} hyperlink
on the left.

![](media/image44.wmf){width="6.424305555555556in"
height="2.638888888888889in"}

Figure II-26: Edit Itinerary 1

Select the Itinerary you wish to edit by clicking the radio button under
Traveler, next click the **Select** button.

![](media/image45.wmf){width="6.13125in" height="2.7020833333333334in"}

Figure II-27: Edit Itinerary 2

If you have only reserved the flight, car and hotel, you may make
changes to any of the three by clicking on the icons on the right-hand
side of the page: Cancel all Flights, Cancel this Car, or Cancel this
Hotel. You must then recreate your reservation with your changes using
the icons: Change Airline Schedule, Reserve a Car or Reserve a Hotel.

![](media/image46.wmf){width="4.982638888888889in" height="4.05in"}

Figure II-28: Edit Itinerary Preview Screen (1 of 3)

![](media/image47.wmf){width="5.502083333333333in"
height="4.927777777777778in"}

Figure II-29: Edit Itinerary Preview Screen (2 of 3)

![](media/image48.wmf){width="5.598611111111111in"
height="1.8409722222222222in"}

Figure II-30: Edit Itinerary Preview Screen (3 of 3)

If you have purchased the ticket, you have three options. 1. To change
the flight you can click the Message to Agent button and type your
request to a travel agent. 2. To change the flight you can call the
helpdesk and speak with an agent or 3. You can cancel the itinerary and
start over. ***Note**:* In THIS option you will cancel ALL related
reservations (air, car, and hotel). To edit car, or hotel reservations,
you must cancel that reservation by clicking the icons on the right-hand
side of the page: Cancel This Car, or Cancel this Hotel. You must then
recreate your new reservation with your changes using the icons: Reserve
a Car or Reserve a Hotel.

![](media/image46.wmf){width="4.982638888888889in" height="4.05in"}

Figure II-31: Edit Itinerary Preview Screen (1 of 3)

![](media/image47.wmf){width="5.502083333333333in"
height="4.927777777777778in"}

Figure II-32: Edit Itinerary Preview Screen (2 of 3)

![](media/image48.wmf){width="5.598611111111111in"
height="1.8409722222222222in"}

Figure II-33: Edit Itinerary Preview Screen (3 of 3)

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height="3.438888888888889in"}
![](media/image50.wmf){width="5.366666666666666in"
height="3.3333333333333335in"}

Figure II-34: Edit Itinerary (cont'd)

## Cancel Itinerary

From the Traveler Desktop, click the [Itineraries]{.underline} hyperlink
on the left.

![](media/image51.wmf){width="5.379861111111111in"
height="2.276388888888889in"}

Figure II-35: Cancel Itinerary

Select the Itinerary you wish to edit by clicking the radio button under
Traveler, next click the **Select** button. Click the **Cancel this
Itinerary** button.

![](media/image52.wmf){width="4.748611111111111in"
height="2.088888888888889in"}

Figure II-36: Cancel Itinerary (cont'd)

To finalize the cancellation, you must click the **Yes** button**.**

![](media/image53.wmf){width="5.066666666666666in"
height="1.4590277777777778in"}

Figure II-37: Cancel Itinerary (confirm)

# III Create a Travel Plan for Rail Travel

## Reserving a Train

When a New Document has been created from the Traveler Desktop screen,
the option to make rail reservations appears in the top right-hand
corner of the main Schedules screen. Click the [Rail]{.underline}
hyperlink.

![](media/image54.wmf){width="6.06875in" height="4.544444444444444in"}

Figure III-1: Main Schedules Screen

Under Rail Information, click on the appropriate radio button (Round
Trip, One Way, Multi-Leg Trip).

Next, type the name of the city or train station in the Departure
Station / Arrival Station text boxes. If the station name is not known,
use the [Stations]{.underline} hyperlink to find the correct station
name.

Use the drop-down menu to select the Leave Date/Time. By clicking on the
calendar next to the drop-down menu, the user can click on the date to
auto populate the Date fields. Use the drop-down menu to select the
required departure times. Follow the same steps to schedule the Return
Date / Time.

Click **Next**.

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Figure III-2: Reserve a Train

Figure III-3, QuikQuote for Rail Service, shows the available options
that meet the travel criteria. From this page, use the [Amtrak
Fare]{.underline} hyperlink on the left hand side under Fare Option to
select an itinerary.

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height="5.479166666666667in"}

Figure III-3: QuikQuote for Rail Service

Figure III-4, Rail Reservation Screen, allows the user to review the
rail itinerary before reserving. The rail travel has not yet been
reserved.

From here, click either [Reserve a Car]{.underline} or [Reserve a
Hotel]{.underline} or reserve rail travel by clicking the **Reserve**
button in the bottom right-hand corner.

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height="4.895833333333333in"}

Figure III-4: Rail Reservation Screen

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height="2.3784722222222223in"}

Figure III-5 Additional Information Reservation Screen