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    Points gone - missed using

    When Covid became an issue we had points hubby & I on separate accounts. I haven't been paying attention lately and noticed I now have 0 points. is there any way I might be able to get them reinstated? I will probably be traveling now, but didn't feel comfortable in 2021 and just now feeling...
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    Southwest Chief Question

    Been awhile since we've been on the SWChief or anywhere for that matter :) Does it still go daily? Do they still serve meals (or provide) for sleeper till 7 PM ? Is it on time - going to Albuque, NM (sp). Any rental car places near by? Took the train many years ago - thanks for any info can...
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    Where to find expiration date of points

    It's doubtful I'm traveling anywhere the rest of this year - where will I find the expiration date of my rewards. I know there was something in 2020 that extended, but not sure for how long. If I gave some points to another or they do me, would that extend my ending date? Thanks for any info.
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    SWC ABQ going west if late need hotel

    Hopefully coming from East going West Train will arrive close to on time in Albuquerque, NM as have rental car reservation --- if not will need a hotel either nearby or within low cost taxi ride. Rental Car office is about a mile from the train station. Any low cost (safe area) hotels that fit...
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    Southwest Chief Questions

    Have a sleeper reservation: Leaving out at 6:40 p.m. is that past the supper hour as far as the diner serving? Arrival Time?? Should I plan on the train 'probably' not arriving on time to ABQ, Albuqure (sp) NM (if that's the case -- are there hotels nearby so I could pick up my rental car the...
  6. J

    How to get rewards number on reservation already made

    I made reservations via Amtrak customer service due to an issue with the e-voucher - the reservation was done -- Now I realized that the person didn't ask for the rewards number. Am I out of luck getting the double points or any points?
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    Rental Cars near Amtrak Station In Albuquerque

    Taking the Southwest chief in the fall and will have to rent car when arrive. Is there rental cars places within walking distance of the station? Thanks
  8. J

    Can I donate, sell my e-voucher?

    I Received a voucher for refund of portion of ticket when I changed reservation. The deadline is Sept. to use. I'd like to sell/give it or donate to charity to sell. It appears like it's non-transferable is there a way to deal with it. Last yr. I'd accidentally made the wrong reservation and...
  9. J

    Capitol Limited - WAS to Chicago trip report

    Sleeper - The Acela Lounge was fantastic - greeted by maybe his name was Lannie - friendly and helpful since it was our first time in that lounge. Left our bags while we went sightseeing before we had to leave. Absolutely love the lounge. We got on board the train - though it was quite a walk...
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    Capitol Limited Chicago - Was - Alx trip report

    It was good for the most part - but didn't board on time; Left Chicago 40 minutes late due to mechanical problems by the time we arrived to WAS 2 hours late (not a big deal). My disappointment was having a 7 p.m. reservation for dinner, but it was announced that no one was to go to the cafe or...
  11. J

    Lounge, luggage and DC Union Station

    Travelling via Sleeper (But arriving via the Metro to the Station) Is there a Lounge in Washington DC Union Station and if so a place to leave luggage. What I read on the Amtrak site didn't say exactly that there were coin operated lockers a person could put luggage in. Thank you
  12. J

    Is dinner served on Capitol Limited? CHI - ALX

    I've found conflicting information about whether the evening meal would be served. The Train doesn't leave out of Chicago until 6:40 p.m. So... does that mean I better grab something to eat before I leave? Also, If I have a sleeper would I be able to board earlier? Thank you
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    Need info metro DC - Eisenhower Ave Station ALX

    I previously got info from Forum but at the time didn't realize my pickup was at Eisenhower Ave Station ALX (not King Station) Arrive at Union Station Washington DC via Amtrak. Leaving via Metro saves 3 hr. wait A. I get on the red line to Gallary then Yellow line - Is the fare quoted for the...
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    Opt for Metro or Regional to complete this journey

    Capitol Limited - Chi to ALX. Reservations in Place However, find that hotel only picks up at the Eisenhower Metro Station (yes, can taxi from Amtrak to Hotel -would run about $15.00) wonder what options? Should I cancel my regional leg and at Washington DC take a commuter train to Eisenhower...
  15. J

    Which is better Capitol Limited or Cardinal??

    It appears both get me to my distination Chicago to (Alexandria -King Station) either direct or via WASH DC, One says viewliner & other Superliner - will probably have roommette. from the drawings it seems like the viewliner has a bathroom in the roomette? There will be 2 people in the roomette...
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    CHI to Alex, VA Options

    The Cardinal/Hoosier seems to go directly to Alexandria, VA (which is my actual distination). But wondering about the Capitol Limited. I would guess there is a communter train from DC to Alex, but I'll have 2 suitcases to get on to the communter train. Wondering what is the best train or a...
  17. J

    Empire Builder - Vancouver BC - Chicago

    June 4th Bus trip uneventful - Except they'd scheduled a person who had limited mobility into the bus. Not only did it have steps up, but another step up to the seating area. With the help of several passengers & a relative of the person she managed - the bus didn't have a "lift". Due to...
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    Empire Builder Chi - Vancouver

    Leaving on a Sunday from Chicago - We checked our baggage through to Seattle - and picked up the tickets from our confirmation -- the lady who waited on us was friendly and helpful. Then to the Metropolitan Lounge and it was great. It wasn't busy when we initially got there (that changed...
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    Baggage Car or not?

    Chicago to Vancouver BC. Train goes to Seattle, then we catch the bus to Vancouver. There doesn't seem to be a lot of time from when the train arrives and bus leaves. (made reservations through Amtrak) So.. wondering if its safe to check my bags or put them on the lower level (have a roomette)...
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    Seattle Baggage storage logistics?

    On return trip from Vancouver BC decided we'd do a stop over 2 nights in Seattle. Hotel near Pike Place Market. Will arrive late afternoon from Van (Thought would store most bags - 2 larger, plus one of the smaller and just take 1 smaller to hotel). taxi to hotel. Tourist next full day Pike...
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