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 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.
Planning a trip on the Coast Starlight? You will find everything you need to make the most of your trip in this article.
Amtrak trains travel near or through dozens of sites managed by the NPS, including national parks. These are the 7 best Amtrak routes for an epic trip.
Train travel is underrated. It's cheap, scenic, and environmentally friendly. Discover Amtrak routes in the USA to plan your next adventure!
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.
The Los Angeles-to-Seattle route of the Coast Starlight train traverses three states and 1,377 scenic miles. But it also takes a day and a half. What's it like to be...
It's a good time to be a senior citizen. Seniors, especially those who are retired, often have a lot of free time. And...
Train travel is underrated. It's cheap, scenic, and environmentally friendly. Discover Amtrak routes in the USA to plan your next adventure!
Everything you need to plan your scenic train from Seattle to Vancouver -- schedules, fares, service, photos, and helpful considerations.
Aboard comfortable overnight trains, seek out the beauty of America’s metropolises and wild expanses on one of the top three most scenic Amtrak routes.
You can take your vehicle with you on the Amtrak Auto Train when you travel to the Washington, DC, and Orlando, FL, metro areas.
Vermont suspended Amtrak service on March 26, 2020.
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.
Complete guide to plan your Amtrak train trip. Advice includes Before You Go, Onboard Amtrak Trains, Traveling with Pets and more.
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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.
Taking you to America’s most breathtaking destinations in incomparable style, travelling on Amtrak Coast Starlight is an unforgettable life experience.
My Amtrak train trip was a blast but.... (BIG BUT!) here are 3 reasons why I'll probably never take another one!
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.
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.
Great seats, dining options, amazing views and kid-friendly train tips for the train that travels between Seattle and Leavenworth, Washington.
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"
Explore the California Zephyr Amtrak route and learn about accommodations, cost, schedule, stops and key things to know.
One experience that belongs on every travel bucket list is a scenic train ride. Avoid the stress of flight security checks or crazy drivers by taking the scenic route. Relax and watch the world with
In this, the first of a two-part feature, author Gary Dolzall tells the remarkable story of Electro-Motive’s F40PH.
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.
If you’re curious about rail travel, here’s what it’s like to ride the Amtrak Empire Builder in coach from Minneapolis St. Paul to Whitefish, Montana. Tips for seeing Glacier National Park too!
We have now officially traveled by plane, train, and automobile! Experiencing a train ride was always a travel goal must for Kelsey so when tickets went on sale for a west coast train adventure we
In this, the first of a two-part feature, author Gary Dolzall tells the remarkable story of Electro-Motive’s F40PH.
Should you book the Amtrak Superliner Roomette or the Family Bedroom on the California Zephyr? Here are pros and cons of each option.
Everything you need to plan your scenic train from Seattle to Vancouver -- schedules, fares, service, photos, and helpful considerations.
When you're traveling across America on the rails, a little preparation will go a long way toward ensuring your trip is an enjoyable one. Here are seven things you need to know before you embark on an overnight -- or multiday -- rail trip.
