Experience unprecedented views, comfortable accommodations, and the experience of a lifetime on these 5 iconic train routes!
Should you book the Amtrak Superliner Roomette or the Family Bedroom on the California Zephyr? Here are pros and cons of each option.
If like me you chose the California Zephyr as one of the train lines for your Amtrak USA Rail Pass, here are the best places to stop and explore.
It's a good time to be a senior citizen. Seniors, especially those who are retired, often have a lot of free time. And...
My Amtrak train trip was a blast but.... (BIG BUT!) here are 3 reasons why I'll probably never take another one!
Amtrak’s California Zephyr and Coast Starlight Superliner Roomette offer some of the most breathtaking scenery America has to offer in the comfort of your own private cabin. In this trip report, I travel cross-country from Chicago to Seattle via Sacramento on the California Zephyr (50 hours) followed by the Coast Starlight (20 hours), both in the … Continue reading "Review of Amtrak’s California Zephyr and Coast Starlight: The cross-country train ride of a lifetime"
Trains and childhood go together like peanut butter and jelly, so a family vacation by rail is sure to please children (and adults) of all ages. From “Thomas the Tank Engine” to “The Little Engine That Could,” choo-choo trains are a part of your child’s earliest vocabulary. Naturally, a train vacation can be as educational […]
Train travel is my new favorite way to travel. But there are things I wish I knew before sleeping overnight in coach on Amtrak trains.
One of the best ways to really see the diverse landscapes and personalities of the U.S. through a train window as you travel coast to coast. This summer I partnered with Amtrak to travel from
Train travel is underrated. It's cheap, scenic, and environmentally friendly. Discover Amtrak routes in the USA to plan your next adventure!
From cross-country train vacations to the best Amtrak routes for families, we've rounded up the best travel by train family vacations in the country.
Have you ever taken Amtrak? Here are 10 Things You Need to Know about Riding Amtrak. Traveling with children? Traveling long distance? This article is for you.
I wanted to go on a grand adventure, at the bare minimum — and it’s a good thing I listened to my gut because a month later, my lung collapsed, and three months later, I was diagnosed with Stage II…
Planning on riding the rails for a short or long Amtrak train trip? Maybe you are traveling across the state or country and are wondering what items you might want to pack for the journey. Here are my trips and tricks for what to pack for an Amtrak train ride.
Train travel is underrated. It's cheap, scenic, and environmentally friendly. Discover Amtrak routes in the USA to plan your next adventure!
I splurged on a roomette for my first train ride from Portland to Sacramento. The space was larger than expected, and the service was impeccable.
Planning a trip on the Coast Starlight? You will find everything you need to make the most of your trip in this article.
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I have learned so much about how travel by train works: the benefits, possible pitfalls, expectations, a few tips and tricks, and more.
You may already know where the major US national parks are located, but did you also know how convenient, relaxing and scenic it is to get to them by train?
If a picture is worth a thousand words, here are 16 that provide a veritable encyclopedia about what it's like to ride the rails with Amtrak.
Grounded Life Travel is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. List of everything we use in our travels. We’ve custom designed these Amtrak map and route guides to help you plan your next Amtrak vacation. […]
How I planned my Amtrak trip on a tight budget. The criteria, process, stumbling blocks, and the big change of plan to get the trip I really wanted.
The sustainable alternative to flying that you've been looking for: the TRAIN! This honest Amtrak review will tell you what to expect on your train trip
I hope my train information, whether in the U.S. or elsewhere helps you plan your train trip. From how to pack for an overnight train trip to a four-night cross country ride, what to expect, dining and more.
A detailed Amtrak Empire Builder Bedroom review. My journey from from Portland, Oregon to Whitefish, Montana aboard Amtrak's Empire Builder service in Superliner Bedroom was not what I expected, but still enjoyable. Review includes more than 80 pictures.
The ultimate guide to riding an Amtrak California Zephyr from Colorado to California in a sleeper car. Booking, dining, sleeping, what to pack
Amtrak Memphis to New Orleans Review. How to book your tickets, seating, food, how to depart and everything you need to know for the 8 hour train ride.
A nationally recognized reporter, writer, and consumer advocate, Ed Perkins focuses on how travelers can find the best deals and avoid scams. He is the author of "Online Travel" (2000) and "Business Travel: When It's Your Money" (2004), the first step-by-step guide specifically written for small business and self-employed professional travelers. He was also the co-author of the annual "Best Travel Deals" series from Consumers Union. Perkins' advice for business travelers is featured on MyBusinessTravel.com, a website devoted to helping small business and self-employed professional travelers find the best value for their travel dollars. Perkins was founding editor of Consumer Reports Travel Letter, one of the country's most influential travel publications, from which he retired in 1998. He has also written for Business Traveller magazine (London). Perkins' travel expertise has led to frequent television appearances, including ABC's "Good Morning America" and "This Week with David Brinkley," "The CBS Evening News with Dan Rather," CNN, and numerous local TV and radio stations. Before editing Consumer Reports Travel Letter, Perkins spent 25 years in travel research and consulting with assignments ranging from national tourism development strategies to the design of computer-based tourism models. Born in Evanston, Illinois, Perkins lives in Ashland, Oregon with his wife.
Everything you wanted to know about one of the most scenic train rides in USA, the Amtrak Adirondack Train to Montreal from New York City.
A review of our experience traveling to Portland Maine on the Amtrak Downeaster, a fun train ride that travels to Maine from Boston.
Complete guide to plan your Amtrak train trip. Advice includes Before You Go, Onboard Amtrak Trains, Traveling with Pets and more.
