For passengers who place a deposit of $300 a person by June 30, the Delta Queen Steamboat Co. will include various discounts on five- to seven-night cruises departing Nov. 21 through Dec. 23.
Most of the six cruises -- on the Delta Queen, American Queen or Mississippi Queen -- begin and end in New Orleans. The discounts range from 40 percent to a two-for-one deal to a 50 percent companion fare, depending on choice of itinerary.Call 800-543-1949 or a travel agent. Availability of cabins under this offer is limited.
North American Rail
Amtrak and VIA Rail Canada are selling 30-day passes good for unlimited coach travel on their combined network of over 28,000 miles and 900 destinations. Travel must include one segment in each country; reservations are required, and pass holders must pick up a ticket for each leg. From June 1 to Oct. 15, the price is $645. There is a 10 percent discount for travelers 60 or older, children 2 to 18 traveling with at least one adult paying full fare or college students with a Student Advantage Card. Information: 800-722-6137 or a travel agent.
Spring driving
Kemwel Holiday Autos will offer a different sort of upgrade on its European weekly rentals this spring and summer: Book a car in one price category by June 30 and get it for the price of the category just below it. See a travel agent or contact Kemwel at 800-678-0678 or www.kemwel.com.