Top ten list of things to remember when riding the train
My Tips for Train Travel
- Every Trip is an adventure !
- Always remain calm and have patience knowing that they will get you there in the end.
- Always try to board the train at it's point of origin so you can choose your seat and side.
For example, I always board the Southwest Chief at Los Angeles instead of Fullerton for this reason.
I always get my window seat on the right side of the train this way as I sleep better there for some reason.
- Bring your own pillow and blanket. I have found that I can sleep anywhere with my pillow and I use my
souvenir Amtrak Blanket for warmth especially when the air conditioner is working too good.
- Eat at the first seating. I do this for several reasons. I like to watch the world go by when
I'm eating and then I have time to enjoy the evening movie while other people is eating . Eating
early ensures that they never run out of a menu item that you might like.
- I never check my luggage . I always walk off the train with what I brought and thus get to a taxi
when needed. I heard too many horror stories of people checked bags being lost.
- Always bring your favorite music, Laptop with DVD's and game books to pass the time.
- Set all hotels in advance and have directions on how to get to them. Always tell them that you are arriving on a train to their city.
- Always give yourself plenty of time for connections.
- Remember, every trip is an adventure, so enjoy it all.
