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    AGR - Please get your web site fixed.

    I was able to log directly into AGR without issue. Must have fixed the problem.
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    AGR - Please get your web site fixed.

    I was trying to buy points. I could not log directly into AGR. When I got the login page, the system would hang. I tried lo login to Amtrak.com and was able to get to AGR. Next I filled in the forms to purchase points for another AGR member. I entered my credit card info and received a...
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    Newbie - Bucket list train trip happening in spring 2017!

    If you want a cross country trip, you may want to consider the Capitol Limited from Pittsburgh to Chicago and the California Zephyr from Chicago to San Francisco. It is a very scenic trip through the Rocky Mountains and the Sierra Nevada's. We have a daughter living in San Francisco and make...
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    Points Surge

    Jim, I like your term of Silver Starvation!! I haven't ridden on it yet, but it is better than flying or driving.
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    How to arrive in San Francisco

    You can take the Coast Starlight from LA to Oakland, then a bus to San Francisco. There are other trains but I'm not familiar with that routing.
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    Second cross country trip

    I made this trip twice for the past two years. I usually carry my bag with me, but I have seen Zephyr passengers claim their checked luggage, then bring it to the bus where the driver places the luggage on to the bus. I always get off the bus at the Trans-bay Terminal and there you pick up...
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    travel (best day of week?)

    I have found that Tuesday and Saturday have the best fares, providing they do not proceed a holiday. Also, one the Silver's, the October and November southbound trains and the March and April northbound trains are usually more expensive. The summer fares (when children out of school) are high...
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    A Chihuahua Dog in CZ Bedroom 0n 8/16-8/17-What the heck!

    I am a dog lover, but my dog is not allowed at our dinner table or is not fed human foods. I know the 7 hour rule and service dog rule are not enforced, but I have not been inconvenienced by dogs on the train.
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    Proposals for Restored Gulf Coast Service

    Perhaps the termination point should be Tampa rather than Orlando. The currently is a wy capability in use for the Silver Star and the city of Tampa is one of the fastest growing cities in the USA.
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    Maricopa, AZ to Phoenix?

    I have traveled to Scottsdale, AZ for meetings on two occasions. Both times I rented a car (Hertz has a counter at the FLG station) and drove down. On my second trip, I met up with a high school buddy who lives in Chandler, AZ and he told me the next time I come, he will pick me up in...
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    Who in the world are you?

    Welcome to AU. All the best in your Senior year at school. Glad you are a member of our Amtrak Unlimited.
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    Small service animal on Amtrak shuttle to laughlin nv

    I know a person who has an "Emotional Support" dog and a confirmation letter from a doctor so stating. Every airline flown accepts the dog like a service animal.
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    Thurmond WV: the most beautiful small station on Amtrak's network

    Thurmond, WV was formerly a Flag Stop. It is located in a beautiful area of West Virginia.
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    Upcoming trips, and what should I expect

    Smart move to compensate for a potential disconnect. I did the same thing in Chicago from the Southwest Chief to the Capitol Limited at the suggestion of the Amtrak Agent.
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    Monsoon Rains/Flooding in Louisiana

    I heard on WNBC (New York) TV this morning that anything west of Sidell has been cancelled. I didn't check Amtrak.com to confirm.
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    boarding LSL at midnight, will there be food/drinks for sale?

    There was no dining car on the LSL when my friend was on the train from NYP to CHI.
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    Room change made by Amtrak

    I booked a roomette on the Silver Meteor from Washington DC to Winter Haven, FL for July 21 travel. I booked the roomette in car 9710, room 1 to be nearest to the dining car because I have a walking issue. When I began to board, the SCA informed me that I was moved to car 9712, room 9...
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    Changing from roomette to H room on points?

    If you have a walking disability and require a cane, you should qualify for a H room. I have on two occasions.
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    Ranking Long Distance Amtrak Trains

    1. Silver Meteor 2. Lake Shore Limited 3. California Zephyr 4. Repeat the first three!!
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    In Memory of Eric Minton - "GG-1"

    Sorry that Eric is no longer with us. He was a very positive influence on AU and OTOL. Best wishes to his family. Rest in Peace, Eric.
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