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Posting from on board Pullman Rail Journeys private cars on the rear of the City of New Orleans, waiting for the 1345 departure. Will try and post updates as I go.
Had business in Louisiana, that just happened to coincide with a Pullman departure. Had been wanting to do this for some time, and a few weeks ago, someone here posted special fare dates-just worked out! Drove down to MSY to drop the rental, and cabbed into New Orleans, for some pre-departure Cafe au Lait and beignets.
Arrived at the station way early, but it was still pretty busy. Unlike Chicago Pullman passengers are not given acces to the Magnolia Lounge due to the small size- no worries, I peeked inside, didn't look too impressive anyway! Hung out just a few minutes before the Pullman crew started making the rounds, handing out badges, and collecting baggage to take to the room. Boarding started just a little after 1300.
Assigned to a double bedroom on the Silver Quail, boarded and found my baggage in the room and a nice amenity bag with toiletries, and a great concept, a tip envelope-no need to tip at meals, lounge, and disembarking, just leave it all in an envelope when you get off. I prefer that.
Porter came by promptly to explain my room, which is slightly smaller but similar in size to a Superliner Bedroom, just no opposing single seat. Cocktails are being served in the dining car ahead of lunch. Looking forward to this trip!
Had business in Louisiana, that just happened to coincide with a Pullman departure. Had been wanting to do this for some time, and a few weeks ago, someone here posted special fare dates-just worked out! Drove down to MSY to drop the rental, and cabbed into New Orleans, for some pre-departure Cafe au Lait and beignets.
Arrived at the station way early, but it was still pretty busy. Unlike Chicago Pullman passengers are not given acces to the Magnolia Lounge due to the small size- no worries, I peeked inside, didn't look too impressive anyway! Hung out just a few minutes before the Pullman crew started making the rounds, handing out badges, and collecting baggage to take to the room. Boarding started just a little after 1300.
Assigned to a double bedroom on the Silver Quail, boarded and found my baggage in the room and a nice amenity bag with toiletries, and a great concept, a tip envelope-no need to tip at meals, lounge, and disembarking, just leave it all in an envelope when you get off. I prefer that.
Porter came by promptly to explain my room, which is slightly smaller but similar in size to a Superliner Bedroom, just no opposing single seat. Cocktails are being served in the dining car ahead of lunch. Looking forward to this trip!