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Who else is traveling by train for Christmas?

Dec 21, 2012 1:37 PM

This'll be the second time I'm taking the train any real distance. Though instead of a nice jaunty 4 hour train ride, this will be an 18 hour long haul. But hey, it sure beats driving 12 hours, and will be cheaper factoring in gas and tolls! I plan on dozing and playing around on my laptop/MS Surface, but I was wondering how other people that travel by train keep themselves from going stir crazy. Also, it seems like train travel is mostly defunct in the US, so I was curious if any other people travel somewhat regularly by train anyway.

figgers3036 figgers3036

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Let us know how it works out for you. I've heard stories going both ways.

wilfbrim wilfbrim
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Just think of Casey Tatum for the whole ride. I'm sure you will be singing along by the end of your 18 hour trip :3

dmaz dmaz
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Good luck to anybody flying out of Chicago! It has been a mess over there...

Also, make sure to travel safely! You don't want to get into an accident so close to the holidays :(

hirshy hirshy
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Be safe and take extra entertainment - trains almost always run behind schedule!

inkycatz inkycatz
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I've traveled by train 3 times to Kansas City from the Orlando, FL area. Always get a small compartment - includes 1 single bed, a sink & toilet. A very comfortable lounge chair & a large window during the day. Bed is pulled down over the chair/sink/toilet at night. Not convenient when you gotta go. ;-)

I love a long train trip...that's part of the adventure. It's leisurely. No stress, no worries. Delightful! You see stunningly beautiful scenery. Need not worry about driving/gas/food/accommodations. Drawbacks for some - the trip I'm speaking of takes 2 nights & 2 1/2 days.Would not do this trip coach, but that's me. I like the privacy of a room & 3 meals included per day. The porter is at your beck & call. Will deliver meals to your room if you wish. It is extraordinarily expensive. Checked recently for the accommodations I mentioned above - over $2,000 and up! :-\ Much faster & cheaper to fly.

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