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This past Thursday I was told to be back to the lounge between 8:30 and 9:00. We didn't actually head to the train until 10:15, due to a "mechanical" problem. I was quite pleased to find the bed already made up and waiting for me. I last traveled about a month ago, when we departed at the...

I think you can see Fenway Park from the Lake Shore, at least the Citgo sign........... Edit-typing error due to traveling in Acela FC

Yes, it does. There is no attendant on duty, so it is not as secure as the Met Lounge in Chicago. Bag storage for a fee is also available nearby the Club Acela.

I traveled from WAS to BOS earlier this week, and heard the attendant call New York and order extra stock to be picked up in Penn. No mention of a "limit of two" on that trip.

RTE Route 128 in Westwood, MA

The time spent inside North Station will be about two minutes. If there is no traffic to wait for on Causeway St, your walk from the doors of North Station to the Onyx will take about four minutes. You would most likely wait longer in the heat for a taxi, than the time it takes to walk. ;)

You'll have to venture outside to walk to Portland St. Once you are inside the terminal, walk forward and to the right, towards the McD's and Dunkin' Donuts. Pass through the doors ahead of you, and turn to your left. You'll walk up to Causeway St. Just cross at the nearest crosswalk. The...

I'll be heading to PHL myself for NTD. I believe Amtrak Blue, Shanghai, dlagrua, and Acela 150 plan to attend. Shall we have a mini-gathering? What time would work best for the group? Anyone else going to Philadelphia? Thanks! Mike

From the first time we met, at Gathering I in Chicago, I truly enjoyed spending time with Patrick. He was always fun to be around. Rest in peace my friend. My sincerest condolences to Alice and Patrick's Family. Mike

Lunch is served on the westbound Lake Shore from Boston. Dinner for the passengers on 449 is served after departing from Albany.

I have stayed at The New Yorker on 8th Avenue and 34th. It's an older property, but well appointed and clean. Occasionally they'll offer a fairly low rate (for NYC), too. Also an easy walk from Penn Station.

Good job, Robert!

Sleeper passengers are provided lunch in the cafe car. I believe a sandwich or salad was the choice at lunchtime. Or if neither appeals to you, any item from the cafe menu. My last trip was eastbound, so I do not know the current lunchtime offerings at the moment. Mike

Berkyo, You'll have a great trip. I believe they'll just run the complete train to and from NYP. Anyone using a Massachusetts station will be bussed to ALB, then board the train. And vice-versa. Boarding in Rochester, you won't notice anything different :) Enjoy your trip to Lamy!

I had reservations for tonight out of CHI. Amtrak called to advise me I would be bussed from ALB to BOS. After looking at the schedule, I believe four or five days are being bustituted. Guessing that CSX has some trackwork planned. Mike

Yes, in full to a voucher, less 10% otherwise.

The Sunday Acelas are quite popular. I would suggest calling right at the 12 hour mark. Of course, you may check availabilty online; start with 8 passengers, and if need be, work your way down to see what's left. I just checked this Sunday, and at least 8 FC seats are available on every...

Considering the extra rail fare paid by the second passenger, I think the cost of meals, linens, TP, etc., is covered. IMHO, they should not add it now or in the future.

I'm fairly certain it's 8:00am

Just walk over to where the taxis are waiting and say you need to cross over to Niagara Falls, Ontario. A few of the cabbies may decline for various reasons, but one of them will help you out. It's been a few years, so I cannot speak about the fare. Enjoy the Falls! Mike