junebug
Lead Service Attendant
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- Jun 14, 2011
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How would you find out if the train you're on is the Ocean View? Luck of the draw? I did the drive from Chicago to Birmingham a couple of months ago. It only took around 12 hours. I'm taking the two day train ride purely because I love it.Amtrak owns one classic (heritage) Full-Dome single-level car, Ocean View; however because there is only one, it can only be on one train at a time. So chances are, you aren't going to get it.Is there no car with "T-tops" like the western SSL? Is there a place to "sight-see" besides your own room and the diner?
Viewliner cars aren't like SSL and other Domes, there are no roof windows, just the two rows of windows down the sides. And unlike the Lounge cars, the windows are more spread apart & the top row is pretty small. Not the best for 'enjoying the view' (from a seat) but great for watching the world from an upper bunk or letting more natural light into a dining area.
If you want some place else to go besides your seat or room, your only option (provided Ocean View isn't on your train) is the Amfleet or Horizon Cafe car.
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