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    Taking a trip on the Crescent - Now, you tell me!

    The Best piece of advice I got here for New Orleans was to be careful with the taxis outside the station or anywhere here as they do NOT drop the meter. You HAVE to ask when you get in how much it will be before you get going. The taxis were already there and very easy outside the station when...
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    Who is drawn to slow train travel?

    Many taking the long distance trains are not taking them long distance. You see many on the Sunset Limited for instance taking it from New Orleans to Houston or San Antonio. Some take it from NO to LA in coach for the price verses flying. Most in coach seem to be taking the Sunset limited...
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    Question about cross-country train trip

    Asked hubby and he said Grand Canyon, Kansas route would probably be more american. Of course being from TX we think what about TX? LOL LOL LOL
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    Question about cross-country train trip

    We did a private tour in LA all over including Rodeo Dr, Hollywood, Santa Monica Pier, etc that was very very cool. If you go to LA and you said you are not driving might be worth looking into a tour. Also if going to spend time in LA might want to hop the train down to San Diego with the...
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    Advise a circle trip for me!

    Very well written and what I was thinking as we dont have snow here but every 10-15 years. And then might not last an hour. We felt like kids when there was snow on the Coastal starlight going up the mountain. :) :) I enjoyed the EB without the snow as we went in May and the snow was melting...
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    Plus sized first time overnight train ride

    That is a great idea! I do bring quart and sandwich size for food and snacks and hubby has brought gallooon size but I didn't think to use them for this. THat is a better idea - like you I dont want plastic next to my face but can then put in fabric like you said. I like the galloon bag better...
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    Plus sized first time overnight train ride

    Our first long distance train ride was Beaumont (east of Houston) to LA and then hop a 4 night cruise to ensenada and catalina, tour Los Angelas and come back again on the sunset.. That is where we got the blanket. :) Big enough for 2... I also roll up a few clothes in a plastic bag to put...
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    Advise a circle trip for me!

    Just FYI I talked to the crew on the Empire Builder when we went and I said how beautiful it would be in winter and they said it is not... They said all you see is white and white and white. It has been so cold they had to use crowbars to get the doors open to let passengers off... Just...
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    Plus sized first time overnight train ride

    We travel coach long distance and have found that a blanket - we have a mexican blanket from Ensenada that we use as it is warm and thick but not heavy and bulky. also a travel pillow and those pillows that go around you neck. We also wear hoodies as it gets cold at night and they really help...
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    Plus sized first time overnight train ride

    It is ok but my only pet pieve is when the person in front of me doesn't put their seat back up - some get up and leave to go to the lounge and leave it reclined - that is rude.... It is better when the person in front of you is not reclined - alot more room but it is understandable to recline...
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    Amtrak Bus Maricopa to Flagstaff

    Has anyone used this bus transport? Love any feedback. Thanks!
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    Baggage Racks

    Ive tried to help myself when it is needed but Im not as able as a big man would be but do what I can. I changed seats with an older couple as the lady wanted the front seats in coach with more room and I was happy to trade with her. Most people I have met have been nice. :)
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    Baggage Racks

    I would hope in that instance that a young man would offer to help if not to be nice than to move things along.
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    What free amenities are given or are available for sleeper passengers?

    Thank you all - I learn alot before I go and then I know what to ask for nicely and what not to do. Most of all though it is important to be nice to the staff. I really like learning about them as you can see them again on another train or the same train on another trip. :)
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