If you are planning a trip aboard an Amtrak train in the very near future, especially on the east coast, Amtrak might decide to suspend or ...
Amtrak, Scenic Trains and Europe Trains
So you're planning to take an Amtrak train - maybe overnight and across the USA? Congratulations! For decades, I've traveled multiple times on all Amtrak trains everywhere there's a route. Now I want to share my love of train travel with my Amtrak train reviews and Amtrak information.
I hope my Amtrak train reviews will help you to plan your train trip. From how to pack for an overnight train trip to a four-night cross country ride, plus what to expect, how to approach the dining car and more.
I've also traveled extensively by trains through most of Europe. You'll find information about Europe train travel and getting to cruise ports in Venice, Rome, Amsterdam, Southampton and more.
You'll also find information on how to take Amtrak trains to your cruise port across the USA. It's all here!
Best Apps for Your Amtrak Train Trip
An Amtrak cross-country train trip is the perfect time to put that phone away. Over the years, I’ve discovered a few fun, helpful and even ...
Brightline Extends Trains from PortMiami to Orlando
The Miami-Dade County Commission has approved ratification of agreement for Brightline, soon to be renamed Virgin Trains USA, to build a station ...
How to Take an Amtrak Train to Cruise Ports Across the USA
Did you know you can take an Amtrak train to cruise ports throughout the US? Most of us don't live near a cruise port so choices on how to ...
Amtrak California Zephyr Train Three Days Across America
Two and one-half days. That’s how long it takes to travel 2,438 miles by train from Chicago to Emeryville, California. Slightly over 48 hours, if ...
Add a Luxury Train to a Cruise for a Rail and Sail Vacation
If a weeklong cruise isn't enough, why not combine it with a luxury train adventure and create the trip of a lifetime. This isn't a new ...
Alaska Trip Report: Getting to Alaska from Florida
Getting to Alaska from Florida without flying is not an easy trip to plan. That's why this all-too-familiar scenario plays like a broken ...
Aboard Amtrak Silver Star Without the Dining Car
Will the traditional dining car become history? UPDATE: Amtrak recently also discontinued the traditional dining car on the Silver ...
How to Go to Amtrak Los Angeles Union Station From San Pedro Cruise Port
Crystal Serenity, Panama Canal cruise complete, docked at dawn at the San Pedro Cruise Port. One of the two ports that comprise the Port of Los ...
Across America on Amtrak Southwest Chief Chicago to Los Angeles
At three o'clock the Amtrak conductor shouted, "All aboard!" The doors clanked shut and the Southwest Chief rolled out of beautiful Union ...
For the Love of Trains – How It All Began
Trains Aren't Just for Boys Girls aren’t supposed to like trains. But there are exceptions. From as far back as I can remember, I’ve ...
Amtrak Florida Train Service Restoration Begins
Like me, if you're one of the hundreds of Amtrak passengers that still can't get back to Florida post-Irma, take heart. Last night, Amtrak ...
