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Any chance of asking for an on-board upgrade to BC? First thing I'm going to do upon boarding is show my buddy BC to see what we're missing.

You're preaching to the choir Boss. I trust you beyond doubt. We booked last minute so Biz Class was $265.00 each way. As is, coach was $153.00 each way. I used AGR points for the return trip. Oddly, I tried to use points both ways but when I tried to check out the Amtrak website said the...

Finally a first for me, I will be boarding at RVM after boarding many times at RVR. I'd like to know what the boarding process is at RVM. The line up at RVR or can one hangout on the platform and wait? Also, Parking seems similar to what is now in place at RVR. Has anyone had any issues...

Amtrak needs revenue and people love their pets, expanding this program to other routes is a no-brainer. I consider the $25.00 surcharge to be extremely cheap. I've paid two and three times that amount at hotels when travelling with my hound. Admittedly there were some times that I felt I was...

And make sure if you see a student on "campus" you ask them if they are a Freshman, Sophomore, etc!!!! :)

Thanks!! I had a brain fart when I looked at the CZ schedule and thought it arrived at 11:05 in the AM. I was wondering why there were suggestions of hotels. I'm a railfan so the Ogden trip looks like a winner to me.

Thanks for the info. RVR is Richmond, VA so yes will be riding westbound on the CZ. I'm sure other questions will come up so I'll reach out when they do.

My wife is going to a work conference in Park City. She will fly and I will take the train from RVR (AGR points burning a hole in my pocket). I've done a little internet research and it appears that the Park City Connect bus service is my best bet to get from Salt Lake to Park City. I will...

Count me in this camp too. Having ridden slumbercoach on the Broadway and paid for my meals in the diner and ridden the Twilight Shoreliner and got free food in the cafe I would gladly pay for food in the diner.

Do they have that "new car" smell?

Amtrak ran a mixed train, The Fast Mail.

UT just got an excellent basketball coach. Some are in mourning in RVR right now.

I recall riding the Illinois Zephyr during the rainbow era when it used CNW bi-levels. Usually 2-3 cars and one locomotive. They were not a luxurious as the pictures above and no food options were available, just coaches, if I recall correctly. I liked riding in them, it was interesting being...

I can't verify the accuracy of the website linked below but it my prove useful. My results showed an estimated fare of $7.80 for a 4 min. trip. The results show up in kilometers so adjust accordingly. http://www.worldtaximeter.com/richmond-va

Yes, they have returned.

Today's 89 had one as well. Can't speak to use of racks as it was on the move. Looked great.

You're right, it is. Looks like it rides on an updated version of Blomberg trucks http://www.progressiverailroading.com/railproducts/graphics/LOCO-BRKVL-COMM09.jpg

Regarding the Chesterton, IN rail cams, for some reason I'm getting a broken link for all of the free cameras on the railstream website. Just noticed yesterday, 3/21. Is it members only now?

I hope I have the opportunity to ride a train that you are working. You are going about this the right way!!! With your attitude and eagerness it is apparent that you would be successful in whatever you wanted to do. I'm glad Amtrak got to you first.

My bet would be #80 accident.