If you're between the ages of 12 and 25 in Canada, Via Rail just changed your summer travel plans.
The coast-to-coast passenger rail service revealed a special all-you-can-ride Youth Pass for the month of July in 2017 for Canadian youth in honour of the country's 150th birthday — for the grand total of $150.
The pass, which will be available on viarail.ca or at train stations and is for the Escape fare option (the rail line's cheapest of its five fares), cuts down the cost of an equivalent pass by almost $550. Students who are 26 and up but have a valid International Student Identity Card (ISIC) can also purchase the pass.
There's one minor problem though — the offer appears to be so popular that it's broken the Via Rail site.
While it is possible to buy the pass until July, Escape seats on trains are limited, so there are plenty of concerned people out there who hope this error gets fixed soon.
In an email to The Huffington Post Canada, Via Rail noted the technical problems, and stated, "all efforts are being deployed to resolve the problem as quickly as possible."
So stay tuned, youth of Canada — we believe all hope to purchase the pass is not yet lost.
UPDATE: As of the evening of March 29, the system is back up and running. Via Rail, however, has issued a few caveats, including the fact that there are only 1,867 passes available (get it? 1867?), and that tickets using the pass must be booked between April 19 and July 31, 2017. So hurry up and get on it, young people!
AND ANOTHER UPDATE: Via Rail announced that the Youth Pass is all sold out. Here's hoping another offer comes up soon!
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TORONTO: Prince Edward County(01 of35)
Travel time: 3 hoursPerfect for: Romantic getaways, girls' weekend What to do: Check out the county's wine trails, indulge in a little spa time or spend a lazy day at the beach. (credit:Wayne Barrett & Anne MacKay via Getty Images)
TORONTO: Caledon(02 of35)
Travel time: 1.5 hours Perfect for: Family trips, active weekends What to do: Try one of the town's many bike trails, stop by a local farmers' market, or take the family to see the Cataract Falls (pictured here). (credit:Gregory Pleau / www.gregorypleau.com via Getty Images)
TORONTO: Hamilton(03 of35)
Travel time: 1.5 hoursPerfect for: Day trips, an out-of-the-city food run What to do: Besides checking out the Hamilton Waterfalls, we highly suggest making reservations at one of the city's trendiest food spots. (credit:Ahmar Nadeem via Getty Images)
TORONTO: Blue Mountain(04 of35)
Travel time: 3 hours Perfect for: Bachelorette parties, group trips What to do: Check out the region's (quiet) outdoor Scandinavian spa, explore some dark and chilly caves, or spend your day zip-lining through the park.
TORONTO: Parry Sound(05 of35)
Travel time: 3 hours Perfect for: Weekend trips, family trips What to do: Escape to the town's Georgian Bay waterfront, check out monthly events (like a local talent show and music festival), or hop on a canoe. (credit:David Cooper via Getty Images)
VANCOUVER: Whistler(06 of35)
Travel time: 1.5 hours Perfect for: Hiking trips, mountain views What to do: Spend an afternoon riding the ski lift up to Blackcomb mountain (yes, you can still ski), check out one of the summer trails and spend your evening strolling through Olympic village. (credit:Spinkle via Getty Images)
VANCOUVER: Chilliwack(07 of35)
Travel time: 1.5 hours Perfect for: Advanced hiking, a day of cultureWhat to do: Sneak in a show at Chilliwack's Cultural Centre or spend the day taking on some of the region's easy or challenging trails. (credit:Marius_M_Grecu via Getty Images)
VANCOUVER: Bowen Island(08 of35)
Travel time: 1.5 hours Perfect for: Honeymoons, anniversaries What to do: Rent out one of the island's beautiful B&B's or guesthouses, kayak in the sea, and don't forget to pick up some candy! (credit:Rob Melnychuk via Getty Images)
VANCOUVER: Golden Ears Provincial Park(09 of35)
Travel time: 1 hour Perfect for: Camping and outdoor activities What to do: Besides setting up a tent for the weekend, make sure you find time to try the park's many outdoor activities like horseback riding, windsurfing and fishing. (credit:Christopher Kimmel via Getty Images)
VANCOUVER: Buntzen Lake(10 of35)
Travel time: 1 hour Perfect for: Hiking, spending a day with the pets What to do: If you have a dog, spend some time at the lake's designated "dog off-leash" area and check out the trails around the water. (credit:PavlinaGab via Getty Images)
MONTREAL: Quebec City(11 of35)
Travel time: 3 hours Perfect for: History and architecture nerds What to do: Walk through Old Quebec, stop by some of the city's beautiful churches or spend an afternoon at a museum. (credit:Buena Vista Images via Getty Images)
MONTREAL: Mont-Tremblant(12 of35)
Travel time: 2 hours Perfect for: Guys' weekend, lodging What to do: Besides skiing in the winter, Mont-Tremblant offers summertime golf, a gondola ride through the mountains and a sandy beach. (credit:Nino H. Photography via Getty Images)
MONTREAL: Bleu Lavande(13 of35)
Travel time: 2 hours Perfect for: Shopping, scenic trips What to do: Besides shopping for some lavender-scented and cruelty-free products, you can also check out yoga or learn how to plant your own lavender at home. (credit:Blue Lavande/Facebook)
MONTREAL: Ottawa(14 of35)
Travel time: 2 hoursPerfect for: Foodies, museum lovers What to do: Yes, it may not have Montreal's food scene, but our nation's capital has a lot to offer cuisine wise. And while you're there, don't forget to check out Parliament Hill and one of the city's museums. (credit:Buena Vista Images via Getty Images)
MONTREAL: La Mauricie National Park(15 of35)
Travel time: 2.5 hours Perfect for: Water activities, family camping What to do: Take a dip in the park's natural pools, rent a canoe or bring out the whole family for a weekend of grilling and sleeping under the stars. (credit:Philippe Henry / Design Pics via Getty Images)
CALGARY: Banff National Park(16 of35)
Travel time: 1.5 hours Perfect for: Outdoor lovers, wildlife observers, hikers What to do: Banff is on every natural-lover's bucket list, so while you're there (and spend more than a day), we suggest everything from hiking to biking to climbing mountains. (credit:estivillml via Getty Images)
CALGARY: Glacier National Park(17 of35)
Travel time: 3 hours Perfect for: Day trips, backcountry camping What to do: It's just a few hours drive to Montana,so spend the weekend camping, hiking or just taking in the mountains. (credit:John E Marriott via Getty Images)
CALGARY: Lake Louise(18 of35)
Travel time: 2 hours Perfect for: Travellers, honeymoons What to do: If you're in a need for romance, escape to Lake Louise's fancy chateaus and dine at a waterfront restaurant. And for those of you who want to explore more of this beautiful lake, grab a canoe. (credit:lightphoto via Getty Images)
CALGARY: The Hoodoos Near Drumheller(19 of35)
Travel time: 1.5 hours Perfect for: Geology lovers, local exploration What to do: In Calgary's badlands, the hoodoos were formed 70 to 75 million years ago. And while you take in all the geology, make sure you leave the formations as is. (credit:Wolfgang Kaehler via Getty Images)
CALGARY: Millarville(20 of35)
Travel time: 45 minutes Perfect for: Local food and product lovers What to do: Perfect for a day trip, check out Millarville's famous farmers' market — a place to find everything from fresh produce to baked goods to local art. (credit:Barrett & MacKay via Getty Images)
HALIFAX: Peggy's Cove(21 of35)
Travel time: 45 minutes Perfect for: Ocean lovers, craft collectors What to do: Spend a weekend on the ocean front chilling by the rocks, kayaking in the water and ending your day with a beautiful sunset. (credit:Tony Sweet via Getty Images)
HALIFAX: Pictou Island(22 of35)
Travel time: 3 hours Perfect for: Beach-goers, family picnics What to do: After this long trek, you're going to want to relax at the beach or have a family picnic potluck style. Pro tip: if you're spending your day on the island, take your garbage home with you — there aren't any garbage facilities. (credit:Nancy Rose via Getty Images)
HALIFAX: Yarmouth(23 of35)
Travel time: 3 hours and 15 minutes Perfect for: History buffs, boat lovers What to do: First time in Yarmouth? Take advantage of their audio tour or walk along the waterfront to check out fishing boats. (credit:VisionsofAmerica/Joe Sohm via Getty Images)
HALIFAX: Tea Cup Rock(24 of35)
Travel time: 3.5 hours Perfect for: Mini vacations, people who appreciate a good view What to do: It's not so much what you can do, but more about what you can take in. This rock formation, located in Prince Edward Island (so yes, a bit of a drive), is the perfect backdrop for your Instagram selfies. Take a walk on the beach or swing by with a kayak. (credit:shaunl via Getty Images)
HALIFAX: Bay Of Fundy(25 of35)
Travel time: 1 to 3 hours Perfect for: Adventure seekers, wine loversWhat to do: Of course, Bay of Fundy is a large body of water, but depending on far you want to drive, you can do everything from whale watching to tidal bore rafting to sipping the province's tastiest wines. (credit:Bruce Yuanyue Bi via Getty Images)
WINNIPEG: Hecla-Grindstone Provincial Park(26 of35)
Travel time: 2 hours Perfect for: Mini vacations, explorers What to do: Take advantage of the park's cabins, trails and check out the wildlife viewing tower to possibly catch a glimpse of a moose! (credit:Darwin Wiggett via Getty Images)
WINNIPEG: Riding Mountain National Park(27 of35)
Travel time: 3 hours Perfect for: Lazy weekends What to do: If you really feel like doing nothing over the weekend, head out to Riding Mountain National Park to sit by clear waters and take in the view. (credit:ScottrBennie via Getty Images)
WINNIPEG: Whiteshell Provincial Park(28 of35)
Travel time: 1.5 hours Perfect for: Weekend camping trips, family resortsWhat to do: With 200 lakes on site, dabble in your fishing skills, try scuba diving or just go for a swim. (credit:Richard Gillard via Getty Images)
WINNIPEG: Lake Dauphin(29 of35)
Travel time: 3.5 hours Perfect for: Fishing trips What to do: Rent a boat, hit the lake and try catching your own supper. The Riverside Lodge located near the lake also offers guided fishing tours. (credit:Copyright © Federico Buchbinder via Getty Images)
WINNIPEG: Nopiming Provincial Park(30 of35)
Travel time: 2.5 hoursPerfect for: Trekkers, backcountry camping What to do: For all you experienced campers, check out the park's backcountry options and for the rest of you, get lost in the wilderness and check out the abandoned shafts. (credit:IanChrisGraham via Getty Images)
OTTAWA: Thousand Islands(31 of35)
Travel time: 2 hours Perfect for: Family trips, boat lovers What to do: Drive over to Kingston, Ont., and hop on a 90-minute or three hour sightseeing cruise. (credit:Jupiterimages via Getty Images)
OTTAWA: Algonquin Park(32 of35)
Travel time: 3 hours Perfect for: First-time campers, canoe lovers What to do: The drive is worth it. One of Ontario's most beautiful parks, Algonquin offers camping sites and a quiet lake for canoes. (credit:Yamada Taro via Getty Images)
OTTAWA: Montreal(33 of35)
Travel time: 2 hours Perfect for: Party weekends, shopping trips What to do: Check out the city's delicious food scene from poutine to foie gras to fresh maple fudge in Old Montreal. And if you're in the mood for shopping, head over to Rue Sainte-Catherine or just spend a few hours in Simons. (credit:Yves Marcoux via Getty Images)
OTTAWA: Kingston(34 of35)
Travel time: 2 hours Perfect for: Quiet getaways, market lovers What to do: Besides 1000 Islands, Kingston also has a public market three days a week and farmers' market at Queen's University. Looking for something more romantic? Book a night at a bed and breakfast or historic inn. (credit:merrilyanne via Getty Images)
OTTAWA: Bobcaygeon(35 of35)
Travel time: Just under 4 hours Perfect for: Romantic weekends, water activities What to do: Rent a canoe, swim or just sit by one of the many lakes in Bobcaygeon. And because you'll be in the Kawartha Lakes region, don't forget to get a scoop of local ice cream! (credit:Ron Erwin via Getty Images)