The type of sleeper car passenger that I am is the 'visit family once a year' type. I take Greyhound from Ohio to Chicago. Then catch the Friday departure Texas Eagle/Sunset Limited and arrive in Tucson Sunday evening. I love taking the train and usually spend the entire time on the train...
I am taking the Texas Eagle/Sunset Limited in a few months, Chicago/Tucson, and I am hoping that regular dining is back by then. The dining menu is a big reason, though not the only reason, that I prefer a roomette.
I hope she is still there on Sundays. For many years I have always taken the Friday schedule from Chicago on TE/SL 21/421 which arrives in El Paso on a Sunday and she has always been there.
If everything goes as planned I should be on this route in a couple weeks. There are many highlights of a cross-country train trip. The burrito lady is definitely one of the highlights.
I usually catch Amtrak out of Chicago with a departure time of around 1:45pm. How I get to Chicago is a different story as I live in Ohio. I Usually catch the Greyhound to Chicago. One time I had to stay overnight and the security guard at the bus station kicked me out. Never again. My bus...
Thanks for the warm welcome. I usually buy the optional travel insurance from the place I am buying a ticket. But since I use a credit card, I am offered additional protection. Great advice!
To add to that, usually a car rental (if that is what you are talking about) offers their own insurance but also require a credit card. Most credit cards offer travel or rental car insurance.
Thanks for validating possible issues in first class. Which brings me back to my question.. do you think I can ask the sleeper car attendant to let me know of the stops? I know there is a 'fresh air' smoking list here on the forums, but also each stop is different and some unscheduled stops can...
I have had different experiences through the years on the Texas Eagle/Sunset Limited from Chicago to Tucson. Most years have been pleasant though one year in particular I was very upset. Usually upon boarding from Chicago they check your ticket and give you a seat check ticket. One year, as I...