By October 2008 all Thalys trains should be equipped with Wi-fi internet. Passengers in second class will have to pay €6.50 (US$10) for an hour of Wi-fi connection or €13 (US$20) for the entire trip. The service will be free for first class passengers!
Wireless internet in the Thalys red trains
Imagine sending e-cards to your friends or updating your travel blog while traveling in a comfortable train. That will now be possible, because Thalys announced that it will offer wireless broadband internet on its characteristic red trains.
Thalys is a service provided jointly by the Belgian, French, Dutch and German railways. The high-speed railway network connects Brussels, Paris, Amsterdam and Cologne. At Thalys.com you can find all destinations and the timetables. Read more about the Thalys.
Eurail Pass holders have to pay a supplement for the Thalys. Please note that the special Pass holders fare is subject to availability and that your Eurail Pass is valid in all countries on the route you take.
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