Queensland offers the widest range of rail experiences of any state in Australia - and now �railing� into the Whitsundays is an absolute breeze for interstate travellers, thanks to a change of timetable on The famous �Sunlander� train.

As of April 2006, The Sunlander now departs Brisbane at 12.55pm on a Thursday � providing a 7.30am Friday arrival in Proserpine, the gateway to the Whitsunday region... and offering unlimited choices for travellers looking to escape the winter blues.

Traveltrain Holidays� General Manager of Marketing and Sales Wayne Carlson said the new timetable was a direct result of feedback from customers looking to explore the delights of the Whitsunday region.

�With the change in departure and arrival times, our interstate travellers will be able to travel in comfort to the Whitsundays and arrive at a time conducive to transfer to islands or a full day of sightseeing,� he said.

�It�s a win:win situation all around and we think there�s never been a better time to follow the sun north and enhance the enjoyment of a Whitsunday holiday with the addition of rail travel to or from your destination.�

On arrival, QR�s Trainlink Services transfer The Sunlander�s passengers between Proserpine Station and Shute Harbour/Airlie Beach.

And for the icing on the cake - the Thursday departure of The Sunlander also features Queenslander Class, which has become increasingly popular with lovers of holidays with rial. This premium class of travel features fine-dining in a dedicated dining car, first-class accommodation with all the extras, a delightful social atmosphere and personalised service.

Or for interstate guests with a taste for the high tech � the Tilt Train is another great option. Two departures Ex Brisbane per week at 6.25pm, with overnight travel in Business seating, allow passengers to arrive refreshed and relaxed for their Whitsunday escape.

For more information about a holiday with rail in the Whitsundays contact Traveltrain Holidays on 1800 627 655 or visit www.traveltrain.com.au.

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Media Contact: Jodi Clark, Publicist, QR Passenger Services phone +617 3235 3862 or +61 405 621 812 email jodi.clark@qr.com.au