boxcarsyix
Service Attendant
The comparison was hypothetical. Yes I do book early and I am using points for the SWC (The main reason for the trip). I used the September flight because the airline wont make reservations as far ahead as AMTRAK. I chose refundable because AMTRAK issues refunds (less 10% for sleepers) or full value e-vouchers. Airlines usually soak you for any changes. I was trying to compare apples to apples.