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There's a restaurant in Ithaca, NY that uses dining cars, I don't remember the actual origins but wouldn't be suprised if they were old Milwaukee Road equipment, as supplimental or selected dining options.

Thanks Sunchaser, I agree with your list and would add that SCA's, those that really perform, add a great deal to a positive experience when riding in sleepers. Last weekend on the LSL he was the person keeping us informed on the reasons for our delay-tornedo and saw to it that my needs were...

I was on Train 48 from Chicago passing through northern Ohio and Indiana during this period (Saturday night-Sunday morning). There was a tremendous amount of lightening (it was a fabulous show) and during the night the train stopped for about an hour due to, what was rumoured to be, a tornado...

Hello Ryan. I'd sure be interested in those Philly tickets since I don't seem to be able to make reservations on line. How would we make the exhange if they're still available?

On my trip the PPC was open at boarding. When I left our bedroom and went to take a picture there were people staking out seats so the earlier the better. If I remember correctly going northbound the inital views were on the left side of the train, ocean. Once we got to the mountains the...

I agree that any positive publicity for Amtrak is a good thing. I don't see how the author could have missed the Empire Builder as one of the most scenic trains though.

Hi, Just tried the site and it's working for me.

Thanks for the update.

Thank you-I can't wait. Love to ride trains.

In 2008 I rode to DC to attend train day. Great displays of varnish and motive power along with vendors, etc., well worth the trip from TRE. Last year I attended the event in Philly and was very disappointed with the limited displays, vendors, etc. Unless Philly really steps up its offering...

I've booked a roomette on the Lakeshore Limited from Chicago to New York in June. Can anyone tell what meals are served on that run? As always I appreciate the assistance folks on this board provide and advently read the topics daily. Happy training.

Thanks, these are great pictures and make me want to schedule my next trip as soon as possible.

I've often wondered why when the train is in the station there continues to be a 'line-up' at some Amtrak stations. What are they doing on the train that has pulled in from the yard while the passengers wait? It's my experience that the line-ups occur in Boston, Washington, Chicago, New York...

I'm sorry for having to bring up a topic already covered in forum but quite recently there was a response posted listing software that would help in managing Amtrak as well as airtravel. The writer named products that were useful for the Iphone and on the computer. I can't seem to find it...

Having just ridden the Cardinal and being involved for a couple of weeks trying to get sleeper accommodations on the tri-weekly run I'd certainly nominate the Cardinal for an upgrade, i.e., another sleeper and a real diner. With a little tweaking of the schedule, for scenic purposes, that train...

You might want to try the Amrak store at Amtrak.com. They do have t-shirts but not specifically Coast Starlight t's. There is a Starlight pen however. Have a great trip, Amtraking is addictive.

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Hello. I've been a lurker on the forum for quite awhile. I enjoy riding trains and have really appreciated all of the insight participants provide. I just noticed mention of trip reports and I assume there is a location, which I can't find, to post them. How do I get to the appropriate place...

Thank you.

Thank you Alan