GeorgeGaskill Wrote:
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> Don't think ticket prices are a big part of the
> equation. By the time a family gets to the
> railroad, then gets back home, the ticket prices
> are dwarfed by the travel expenses. The RR can't
> do much about those costs.
Yes that was the point that I was trying to express that the overall cost of a vacation has become out of reach for many in the middle class due to their decrease in disposable income and the increase in all expenses in getting to the destination. Those that can afford it are more predisposed to want the premium fare products hence the C&TS coaches are half full. I also notice that the kids are not riding free this year so I guess that also informs us that price and future customer focus that also was part of the 2013 marketing plan has also been retooled.
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 11/20/2017 10:03AM by rod.