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Sorry to hear about this sad news as well. I had the pleasure of meeting up with Bill on two occasions when my Amtrak itinerary began at the Atlanta station. He was enthusiastically waiting for me at the station. We had informative discussions while waiting for the train to arrive. Farewell...

Although a bit of topic, I was on the LSL a few weeks ago. I was surprised that the side garden salad was discontinued and plastic utensils are now used for the meals. How long has this been going on?

I lived in Harpers Ferry from 2002-2010. Back then it would be normal protocol for westbound passengers to go under the tunnel on the station side and use the tracks on the platform across from the station. I doubt this protocol has changed. However there were occasions when westbound...

Thanks for all the input. Modification day will be after Labor Day in order to receive an evoucher. Also, the no-show passenger was traveling on a senior fare. The mobility challenged person (my 92 year old mother) is accompanying me to a family wedding.

I currently have a NYP>ROC reservation (and a separate return) on the LSL in the H-Room at the low bucket rate. The reservation shows three passengers but will in reality have only two passengers traveling. The third passenger will not be able to take the trip. If the reservation is...

Sorry to hear of the issues you experienced. The baggage guy comments were more than likely his way of trolling for a tip. Like he was doing you a favor not charging you! Regarding your trip, was the consist still operating with a dinerlite? I have an upcoming round-trip NYP>ROC trip in...

Let me clarify that this past May I booked a northbound Sept Auto Train trip with an Amtrak agent. I informed the agent of my wife's mobility issues (wheelchair not required) and asked if she and I would be eligible for the "passenger and companion disability discount". The agent said we...

According to the latest info on Amtrak's website, on the Auto Train, only passengers traveling with their own wheeled mobility device (wheelchair or scooter) qualify for the passengers with disability discount. Does anyone know if this is a recent policy change? Back in May I booked a trip and...

I did not receive the offer but my wife did. She is Select status but has yet to earn any TQP's yet this year. Maybe this was the reason for receiving the offer as an incentive to travel.

FWIW, both my wife and my own BOA AGR credit card current accounts have been closed and new cards are being mailed. The email notification states "We're letting you know your card may have been part of a compromise at an undisclosed merchant. This doesn't mean that fraud has or will occur on...

I use AmSnag as well and specifically signup for the Fare Watch notifier. When the rates are at low bucket I will book the fare. Just recently I booked a northbound trip at low bucket for travel in mid September. The low bucket rates are as follows: Coach $95, Roomette $149, and Vehicle $198.

FWIW---I just booked travel in a H Room and received the 15% discount off the $91 roomette low bucket fare. The accommodation charge turned out being $77.35.

UPDATE #2 - I just completed another round trip from Picayune. Parked again at the same nearby hotel with disastrous results this time. Vandals smashed the rear passenger window and rummaged the inside. Another vehicle was vandalized as well. Perhaps the station lot would have been better...

In September, will be arriving in Rochester on the westbound Lake Shore Limited. Scheduled arrival is around 11:00 PM. Any suggestions on nearby lodging would be appreciated.

I will now add Matthew Modine to my list! He was on the northbound Crescent yesterday. What a truly nice down to earth gentleman. My wife and I were fortunate to have him seated with us for both breakfast and supper. We had nice general conversations with him. He was very friendly to all of...

Add me to the Bedroom A fan club. The lack of a sliding partition between connecting bedrooms is the perk I like best. One bad experience with noisy neighbors is one too many. Soundproofing in A is the best of all possible superliner bedroom choices hands down.

My wife and I received the upgrade email. Living in Georgia it is a long shot that we will use it. However we will be in the northeast in late March for two weeks. Nice to know it is available if we decide to make an impromptu trip.

20" from back wall to the safety rail.

FWIW - On my recent trip, the server recommended to my wife she have the Warm Date pudding for dessert. The server said it was his favorite. My wife enjoyed the dessert. The server made a better presentation than of the picture recently posted. It was dusted with powdered sugar and the sauce...

UPDATE - I recently completed my round trip travel from Picayune. After careful consideration I made arrangements to park my vehicle at a local hotel. I lodged at the hotel prior to the trip and upon my return. I took a cab to/from the station at the cost of $6.00 one way. The station lot...