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Why am I not seeing any bedrooms listed for sale on the western long distance trains? Only roomettes. Even when looking out to March and April 2015! Wb

The San Bernardino Railroad Historical Society ran ATSF steam and 2 Amtrak units with PV out of LAX this AM to Parker, Az. Some good videos posted at LINK.

Is there any large suitcase luggage storage rack areas available on Viewliner sleepers, similar to the lower level luggage racks on Superliners? Headed east shortly and my wife always packs like she's going away for months! Thanks Wb.

Hi guys, This may have been addressed in the past somewhere. If a sleeping car PAX brings his\her own bottle of wine to the dining car to have with dinner, does the dining car staff frown on this practice, encourage it with a corking fee, or what? I know Amtrak would rather sell their own wines...

Guys, Thinking about an overnight stay in Glenwood Springs on an upcoming trip out to Sacramento from Denver, to soak in the "fountain of youth" Anybody done this? What is the most convienent hotel to stay in, regarding the relationship to the Amtrak station and hot springs pool? How long do I...

Hi Guys, Just for fun, took the Metrolink yesterday to LAUS to catch the first stop of the 17,000 mile long promotion of Disney's Chrismas Carol train that will traveling all over the US this summer, ending up in NYC in November. A promotion for the film being released this Chrismas season...

Guys, Will be in Albany NY soon and was thinking on catching a train to NY City for a couple of days to tour. Can you suggest the most on time train(s) between these two cities? I know the LSL and other trains originate from cities quite some distance away and the chances of them running late...

Guys, Can anyone tell me why #8, the eastbound Embire builder from Sea. seems to leave late more often than on time? How does a train leave late on a regular basis when they have all day to assemble and prep the train? Just wondering. Your thoughts are welcome. Thanks, Wb

Hi Guys, I'll be arriving in Chi aboard the EB next month and will need to connect to the Orange Line to Midway. Is that connection made there and how far is the walk to make that connection? Is the Orange Line considered safe at night? Thanks in advance for your comments. Wb

Guys, I'm arriving Chi on Empire Builder #8 in a few weeks. When I get to Chi, I need to find a ride to hotels around Midway Airport. Does anyone know of a shuttle service that runs between Chicago Union Station and Midway? How far a distance is that? Thanks in advance for your inputs. Wb

Guys, Need a little help. May be going to Buffalo this fall. Do I want to get off at BUF or BFX? I need to rent a car in Buffelo as I'm driving to Corning. I'll be on the SW Chief to Chi, and connect with the Lake Shore. Also, how far is it from the BUF Amtrak stop to the Buffelo\Niagria...

Can Guest Reward points still be earned with hotel stays at other hotels in the Hilton Hotel family (Hampton, Doubletree, Embassy Suites, Homewood, etc) other than the Hilton? The Amtrak website make no mention of these hotels any longer. Are they still qualifing hotels? Thanks. Wb

Is there any place, other than the Amtrak website, where discount promotional codes can be found? Wb

Any opinions on why Amtrak doesn't offer any reduced fares for AARP members? There is a large AARP membership segment starting at 50 years old, but a long way from 65 where the senior discount applies?

Guys, I know this has been a topic on the board in the past, but what is the rule of thumb regarding tipping your sleeping car attendent? When should that tip be made? At boarding, during the trip, or at the end of the trip? Wouldn't tipping at boarding somewhat set up the environment for...

Guys, I'll be catching the westbound Cal. Zephyr from Den to Sac next month. Any hotels you can recommend near the downtown station in Denver. The closer the better (walking distance?) Thanks, Wb

I was over the border yesterday in Nogales, Mexico on business as meny US companies operate manufacturing facilities there. During the taxi cab ride from the international border crossing, (no, I won't drive my car down there) We passed a large railroad yard. Talk about going back to 1965...

Guys, Can somebody explain to me what a "wheel wear lubricator" is? I have heard it referred to, but not sure what it means. It's suppose to be mounted somewhere between the rails to reduce friction between the wheel flanges and the rail, probably in tight curves. Does it disperse grease or...

Guys, Anything new on the lunch munu these days? I'm on the eastbound Zephyr this weekend between Sac and Rno. Wb

Does anyone know if Amtrak published the 2003 Travel Planner? This is a printed catalog of routes, services, and general information. They used to have a link on their website to request a copy. I don't see the link anymore. It may have been discontinued as part of the budget tightening...