LittleTuck
Train Attendant
- Joined
- Jul 21, 2013
- Messages
- 18
Hi Everyone,
On Saturday, November 16, 2013 I got to Chicago's Union Station and waited in the Metropolitan lounge to board the California Zephyr to Reno. We boarded at 1:30 p.m. and left exactly at 2:00 p.m. My car attendant was Tony and he was fabulous. I had booked the handicap room as I am on oxygen and Tony made sure to bring all my meals. I never had to remind him it was time to eat. He was really great.
The scenery was fantastic, especially the second day through Colorado. I got a couple photos and then my camera battery died. I was very disappointed. While traveling in Colorado breathing became a little difficult due to the altitude. It was extremely noticeable at Moffat's Tunnel. I just sat and enjoyed the scenery. Eventually the altitude decreased some and it was more comfortable. We arrived in Reno a few minutes early on Monday, November 18, 2013.
I spent 3 nights at the Peppermill Casino in Reno and had a great time. However, I found the altitude to be an issue even in Reno. I was able to rent a scooter in the casino for the 3 days which helped.
My return trip I had Curtis as my car attendant. He also was fantastic. Again, I had the handicap room and Curtis took care of all my meals. Our return trip was delayed by freight traffic, a broken down freight and track work. We arrived in Chicago about 3 hours late. Curtis had a red cap waiting for me when we arrived in Union Station. Both gentlemen got well deserved tips.
I truly enjoyed this trip. It was my first time on the California Zephyr. Due to the altitude I am not sure I will do this trip again, but there are so many other wonderful routes still to explore.
Thanks for reading.
On Saturday, November 16, 2013 I got to Chicago's Union Station and waited in the Metropolitan lounge to board the California Zephyr to Reno. We boarded at 1:30 p.m. and left exactly at 2:00 p.m. My car attendant was Tony and he was fabulous. I had booked the handicap room as I am on oxygen and Tony made sure to bring all my meals. I never had to remind him it was time to eat. He was really great.
The scenery was fantastic, especially the second day through Colorado. I got a couple photos and then my camera battery died. I was very disappointed. While traveling in Colorado breathing became a little difficult due to the altitude. It was extremely noticeable at Moffat's Tunnel. I just sat and enjoyed the scenery. Eventually the altitude decreased some and it was more comfortable. We arrived in Reno a few minutes early on Monday, November 18, 2013.
I spent 3 nights at the Peppermill Casino in Reno and had a great time. However, I found the altitude to be an issue even in Reno. I was able to rent a scooter in the casino for the 3 days which helped.
My return trip I had Curtis as my car attendant. He also was fantastic. Again, I had the handicap room and Curtis took care of all my meals. Our return trip was delayed by freight traffic, a broken down freight and track work. We arrived in Chicago about 3 hours late. Curtis had a red cap waiting for me when we arrived in Union Station. Both gentlemen got well deserved tips.
I truly enjoyed this trip. It was my first time on the California Zephyr. Due to the altitude I am not sure I will do this trip again, but there are so many other wonderful routes still to explore.
Thanks for reading.
Glad you enjoyed the Trip and the SCAs were Good! FWIW, even Folks with No Regular Breathing Problems have Trouble Breathing @ Altitudes above a Mile High! Next time you may want to take an East Bound Train or Ride the Texas Eagle out of CHI!
