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It depends on when you are going. If it's not summer, you have an excellent chance of getting two seats. You might want to consider last minute purchases of standard sleepers on whatever train you're on. You could get a great deal. Maybe during the course of your pass you mght allow yourself the...

so, can anyone tell me: does this mean the City of New Orleans will, in future, be running without a diner and sightseer lounge, or does it mean the lounge will be replaced by the bistro (whatever that is) but retain the lounge? Scott

Hi KC, Sorry bout all the problems. Sounds like what I went through with the airlines last year :angry: I would take the advice of one of the posters and start out by being reasonably nice--but firm. The travel agency, not Amtrak, is to blame, remember. don't miss out on a nice train trip...

as an afterthought, how about one attendant to 'help out' for all the sleeping cars. I think that would keep him adequately busy but hardly overworked. I believe Amtrak will have to make major changes if they hope to survive, particularly if Republicans stay in control of things. Berths, an...

and my two cents as well, I don't know if it's possible at this point (I don't know the cancellation policies involved here), but I would advise anyone to make their own arrangments. Anytime some company makes all the arrangements, it's ridiculously priced. I would have bought the airfare on...

Hi guys, thanks for the answers. I was curious also about the equipment Amtrak used at first, but I was more specifically asking about the cars used in the late seventies. I just remember lots of tables and some kind of bar in the lounges. It was great for socializing, and kind of cozy. Orange...

Hi all, I'm trying to find out whether all the lounge cars that would have been run on the CZ and SW Chief routes back in the late 70's are out of service or not. If they are in service, where are they? And if not, are there any lounges similar?

True, true. Thanks guys. I'll probably advise my friend to go in the fall. I want to do the same thing, but in another two years. I sure hope the North American pass is still available (not to mention the trains) at that time.

Thanks, Amfleet :)

Hi guys, A friend of mine is going to try Amtrak either in the fall or spring, trying two or three LD routes. I can't advise him as to time of year since I've only traveled summer. Seems to me that the fall would have the autumn colors. One of the travel books mentioned April as being nice...

have a great trip! I'll be taking that train in year or so (if it's still around) :P

look at the popularity of the berths on Viarail! They are sold out months in advance (except this summer cuz of Sars).

Hi Gyuri, Any idea the start and destination points for the German train you mentioned that was about twenty dollars? Sounds good to me, though my understanding is that it might be twenty dollars for the upgrade, with railfare added. That has been my experience in Europe. Hey everyone, though...

It pays to be careful these days. I am a writer, but if I were going to write a novel using sensitive information, I would first go through the proper authorities, get permission, etc. This would be the correct thing to do

I think the number one thing Amtrak could do to get more passengers would be to add berths, such as the other poster suggested and what Via Rail has now. Many people can't handle one or two overnights in coach but can't afford the sleeper. And continue to upgrade/vary the food. Eventually add...

me again. I found it fun and helpful to read some of the travelogues on trainweb.com as well as scan the route guides. I know how maddening it can be to make decisions on where to go, but that's part of the fun. Wherever you go, it'll be beautiful and enjoyable (unless you go to Nebraska of...

Hi Radsmom, Wow, a $2,000 credit from United?? Sweet! I myself would use it to take a European vacation (if it doens't have to be used by this year). That would get the three of you to Germany or England easily. I wouldn't waste it on US travel. Stick to the trains here. Just what I would do...

Hi Radsmom, I did something similar last year. The Union Station in Chicago is right downtown. Downtown of course is where you want to be! It's fantastic. So much to see and do (get hold of Lonely Planet Chicago). Stay at the Cass hotel (check out the website) which is clean, and has a great...

Hi Bill, Will let you know. I rode the CZ last summer. It was good. I suppose the CZ would offer milder mountain scenery the first day or so. I didn't think the scenery in northern Utah was overly inspiring. Nice going through Colorado. Nebraska's at night, thank god. I know the Canadian's...

Alan, thank you for posting on Trainweb. Your account is well written and thorough. It inspires me for those future trips! :) I was impressed with CJ, the engineer who came to speak to the passengers in NO. I hope Gunn reads your travelogue! Good pics, too. Scott