I spent 53 hours on Amtrak's longest train. These were the 6 best and 4 worst parts of the journey.

I took the 53-hour California Zephyr, Amtrak's longest train, from Chicago to California. The views and bedroom booking were ...

I took a 52-hour Amtrak train ride from Chicago to California by myself. Here are 11 things that surprised me most.

From dinner reservations to motion sickness, here are the most surprising parts of traveling on Amtrak's California Zephyr ...

I took the longest train ride in the US. 6 things surprised me about the 53-hour adventure across the country.

I traveled from Chicago to Emeryville, California, on Amtrak's California Zephyr and booked a bedroom. The 53-hour ride was ...
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California Zephyr: What $2,000 might get you on a 53-hour Amtrak trip

We all know air travel is the fastest way to get somewhere. For speed, you aren't going to beat a 500+ mile per hour pace on a big ol' jet airliner, to quote the Steve Miller Band. Taking a road trip ...
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3 Long-Distance Amtrak Routes That Make For An Unforgettable Rail Trip

The California Zephyr, the Empire Builder and the Sunset Limited offer multi-night rail journeys and extraordinary views of America that only a long-distance train trip can reveal. For those who love ...
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The Longest Train Route In America Offers A Scenic Cross-Country Journey

the Amtrak California Zephyr traveling through Colorado - John M. Chase/Getty Images Frequently described as one of the most beautiful train rides in North America, Amtrak's California Zephyr winds ...
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Tahoe by Public Transit? How to Get There by Train or Bus — and How to Get Around When You’re There

For many people, one of the best parts about living in the Bay Area is its proximity to Lake Tahoe — for endless skiing, hiking and beach-laying opportunities, just a few hours away. But anyone who’s ...
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Colorado artists are riding the rails in an experimental new residency on the California Zephyr

The California Zephyr is usually full of railroad fanatics and people who want to see the wonder of America by train. But this week, the Amtrak cars will carry some unusual passengers. “I'll be ...