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And there are few restrictions. A few blackout dates during peak holidays periods, understandably. The unfortunate part is it can't be used with an upgrade to business or Acela First Class, but still, I'll take it.

You're also talking about an era when there was less entitlement and more manners and respect for other human beings.

I did this a couple of months ago and have yet to receive any information on how to use the discount. It is a legitimate, credible survey and is not a major time commitment.

Here is the AP story on today's groundbreaking of the LV-LA Brightline. https://apnews.com/article/high-speed-train-vegas-los-angeles-brightline-595913ff2fa3d9001fb89bfab4e6c4d2

Grounded Life Travel channel posted a video on hotels close to Amtrak stations. Most cited are fairly pricey but this couple travels all the time and uses points frequently for their stays.

But how would funding be handled? No appropriation from Parliament? I haven't a clue how these things work in Canada.

The burger from the cafe car is probably different than in the full diner and unfortunately is nuked, but I actually agree with you. When I order it, I usually get a chuckle out of the attendant when I refer to it as the Amburger.

What matters more: a reliable, dependable schedule and the perception of a smooth ride that includes quick and safe acceleration and deceleration and stopping. 10 MPH isn't gonna make a bit of difference to 96% of riders. Nothing irritates me more is poking along at 10 or 15 MPH during the last...

I may be accused of resistant to change, but I am hoping they stick with Superliner. It is a rather iconic moniker and will still be double deckers. And of course there is precedent given that Amtrak is continuing the Acela name with those brand new trainsets.

I just learned that FNBO has a new policy that will not allow one to have multiple cards from them. I had cancelled my preferred card and tried to reapply to get the 40K bonus offer and was rejected despite sterling credit. Unfortunately, this promotion is over but I was told flat out that the...

I wouldn't count on that refund.

A little more on the second Pennsylvanian train, with operating estimate of $8 million annually. https://www.thecentersquare.com/pennsylvania/article_91f627b2-f6ac-11ee-a5a6-eb609858ba77.html

Have fun with this.... https://www.wusf.org/transportation/2024-04-06/gov-desantis-says-florida-wont-pay-for-brightline-expansion

It doesn't invoke fond memories for rail fans but I'm betting Amtrak revives The Three Rivers. Or something with Allegheny in it.

Last I saw it's considered a done deal with an agreement with NS for $200 million of upgrades to the line, earliest start up in 2026. Not sure any actual work has begun on the infrastructure, however.