Ispolkom
Engineer
I'm planning a trip to the southwest this summer. We're taking the Southwest Chief to Albuquerque, then renting a car for eight days, then returning on the train from Albuquerque to Minot, No. Dak., via Los Angeles and Portland. (A 1-zone award!)
We're thinking of riding the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad. It's a remnant of the Denver and Rio Grande's narrow-gauge empire, like the more famous Durango and Silverton.
Has anyone ridden this line? Can I sell this as a scenic wonder, as well as foamer paradise? Is there any essential advantage to upgrading to a better class on the train other than the social separation? Any recommendations for a motel in Chama?
We're thinking of riding the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad. It's a remnant of the Denver and Rio Grande's narrow-gauge empire, like the more famous Durango and Silverton.
Has anyone ridden this line? Can I sell this as a scenic wonder, as well as foamer paradise? Is there any essential advantage to upgrading to a better class on the train other than the social separation? Any recommendations for a motel in Chama?