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  1. PA Traveler

    Pros & Cons for this trip

    Thanks for that information. I can't remember the exact details since I made those reservations last October, but I'll do a little more homework before I call at the end of the month to reschedule. I do remember the man telling me that Sacramento is where they routed their passangers from the CS...
  2. PA Traveler

    Pros & Cons for this trip

    This was our trip: Train 30 CL 9/9/13 lv Pgh 4:50 AM, ar DC 12:40 PM Train 19 Crescent 9/9/13 lv DC 6:30 PM, ar NO 8:13 AM (9/10) Train 1 SL 9/11/13 lv NO 9 AM, ar Tucson 6:45 PM (9/12) Train 1 SL 9/15/13 lv Tucson 7:35 PM, ar LA 5:35 AM (9/16) Train 14 CS 9/16/13 lv LA 10:25 AM, ar...
  3. PA Traveler

    Into LA

    Very nice trip! And I'm glad you enjoyed it so much.
  4. PA Traveler

    Pros & Cons for this trip

    You are doing a smiliar version of a trip we had planned in September, although the opposite direction. We were told that it would be better if we would take the CS to Sacramento. There is no need for an overnight stay doing that. If you're interested, I could post our itineary. The main thing...
  5. PA Traveler

    The Cardinal

    Thank both of you very much. My initial plan was EB and your suggestions make that sound right. We have been down in the New River Gorge a couple of times in a car, and it would be a highlight of the trip as would the Blue Ridge. I didn't realize there was no real dining car, but it's only a...
  6. PA Traveler

    The Cardinal

    We are thinking about planning a trip from Pittsburgh-Chicago-Greenbrier-DC-Pittsburgh (or vice versa). Has anyone traveled on the Cardinal? This is another train that only runs a few days a week. We would like to spend two nights at the Greenbrier, but I have no idea if we'll be able to get...
  7. PA Traveler

    What reason do you hear from people for not riding Amtrak

    Most people I talk to just have no real idea where Amtrak goes. They are always surprised when we talk about our trips. Those that do seem to understand that Amtrak exists are hesitant about things like the food, the idea of a sleeping car, and seem to think they never run on time. I'll admit...
  8. PA Traveler

    What does your Forum User Name mean?

    Mine will come as no surprise. I live in PA and we travel a lot--by Amtrak, by car, and only when I have to, by plane. If I could get to Europe or South America by train, I would! Actually, getting to South America by train might not be impossible, but pretty hit and miss, I would think. I've...
  9. PA Traveler

    Pittsburgh to Altoona on Pennsylvanian

    This past weekend, we took our three-year-old granddaughter on her first train trip. We left Pittsburgh Saturday morning at about 7:30 AM and got to Altoona about 10 AM. She was surprised not to see seat belts, but she definitely enjoyed the freedom of not having to wear one. She didn't have a...
  10. PA Traveler

    Two days on the Builder in coach with kids and parents

    Really great trip report! Having just traveled in coach with a three-year old (but only for 2 1/2 hours), I can well imagine the challenges, but it all sounds like a nice adventure! We loved the Empire Builder!
  11. PA Traveler

    Permission to Come Aboard

    Welcome aboard! Wow, what a great trip you have planned!
  12. PA Traveler

    Tell Me About the Picture in Your Avatar-----

    My avatar is of the PA Grand Canyon in north central PA. And there's a railroad track down at the bottom of it. :)
  13. PA Traveler

    Flagstaff - Seattle via LAX

    Very nice post. We were supposed to be on the CS in September and I was really looking forward to it. I will think when we do it next year to watch for whales!
  14. PA Traveler

    2 Joe's Gastronomic Adventure #6

    Great idea for traveling and great trip report! Thanks.
  15. PA Traveler

    Great Empire Builder Trip Report

    That was great! It really reminded me of our trip a few years ago. We even stayed at the Klaloch Lodge on that trip, one of his first photos.
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