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You folks are not alone! My wife follows this protocol as well.

FWIW I had a similar experience as the OP on the Capitol Limited (CL) awhile back. I actually posted this to the forum on opinions whether I was entitled to a meal or not. I got mixed results one or two were pretty harsh if I recall. In my case I was finishing a LD trip from the south to my...

I would think Tom you were called Gramps by your coworkers huh? Certainly not by the passengers! Being in my early sixties I was sometimes on my several trips on the AT one of the youngest on the train. All kidding aside, I can recall a time or two coach passengers on the AT trying to join...

And that is why I prefer Bedroom A for that purpose. I am probably in the minority here on this choice but one bad experience with a bunch of loud mouths in a bedroom (with connecting doors) will change you view on this matter.

Same with us! Also as you and others indicated I got my 40k points after my second billing cycle posted.

It has been 30 days since I made an online AGR Points for Shopping purchase. The goods were received shortly after the purchase but the points are still pending. Is a wait time like this for point approval typical? The fine print states it can take about to 60 days for approval. 30 days for...

I agree with the other posters that the box dinner is top notch. However within a few hours I find it necessary to make a trip to the lounge car for additional food. I usually get the hummus platter.

Not sure if this has been addressed before BUT I just received this Survey request from Amtrak on the AGR program. I will sure be honest with my replies. The introduction email is shown below Dear Amtrak is working with Ipsos Research, an opinion research company, to conduct an online...

Happened to me twice also on the Capitol Limited from WAS to Harpers Ferry. At least half of the lounge car was filled on one occasion. That was the day after the WW2 memorial dedication. A lot of veterans were returning home. It was quite an honor to speak to those veterans including a Navajo...

I do not want to discourage you but please do not go cemetery exploring on your own. Go on a guided tour. The National Park Service at one time conducted cemetery tours from their French Market location but it appears this has ceased. I was fortunate to go on this tour and the Park Ranger...

Congrats on the itinerary. I would say you would have an excellent chance of starting your trip in the roomette. The boarding process in New Orleans, unless it has changed since my last trip out of there, is to have your ticket scanned at the station gate. Once leaving the gate area I would...

I was only asked once to produce my AAA card. This was at the Fullerton station by another power hungry station attendant. He would not even then issue the tickets until the second passenger (my wife) presented her ID.

I concur with Jim on your requested scenario. In my experience though I usually find it cheaper on a cross country trip to use AGR points in the east & central zones and pay for the western zone when one is lacking the required 3 zone AGR points. Perhaps since my travel starts in either JAX...

Thanks for the responses. My billing cycle ends on the 3rd of the month. Not to long from now!!

How soon did you get the 40k bonus points after spending the required $3k? I am approaching the $3k spending requirement and was just wondering.

There was times back in the days when I was a MARC commuter working in DC and living in HFY that I would pass a a late 30 chugging into DC. The latest I recall seeing a delayed 30 was in Silver Spring around 5:15 PM. This takes the prize! Happy the Innkeeper has come to the rescue. I...

Thanks for the informative trip report. Very well detailed! I had the displeasure of having Carlos as a SCA. as well. Actually had him early in his career as a Coach Attendant. He was a no show from the beginning. Not sure how he ever got promoted!

Thanks so much Donctor for your years of service to this thread!

I am pretty sure I would recognize you as well riding the AT fifteen times during a four year period. My favorite On Board Chief is John M. Favorite SCA's are Sally, Spencer, and Donnie (sometimes acts as On Board Chief). The Dining Car staff who I don't know by name were always top notch...

I was a frequent rider on the AT from 2009-2013. During that time the onboard service was stellar. I am sure our paths crossed a time or two. Thank you for your service on the Auto Train and the informative posts on AU.