Posted on Apr 12, 2015
LTC John Shaw
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I have never taken AMTRAK, I have a family of six and need to make our money and time count. The Amtrak site is confusing with many options.
Is there anyone that has done this before?

I am live in Ohio and want to explore the North East without cramming everyone in a Van. I don't see any military discounts or benefits, which is disappointing. http://www.amtrakvacations.com/rail_vacations/amtrak-experience/
I really look forward to your recommendations.
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SMSgt Michael Gleason
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My family and I have ridden on Amtrak several times, most recently to go to Washington, DC. Living in Eastern Maine, we had to travel to Boston's South Station to board, but it was a wonderful trip in both directlions. Even though it WASN'T the "super fast" Acela, we were at times speeding along at 120 mph (the only "disconcerting" aspect was that there were no seatbelts). (We clocked our speed on an app called "SpeedBox", and you can monitor your progress right on Amtrak's website, in real time.) We were traveling "Business Class", which provided larger seating areas, free WiFi, charging ports, and complimentary soft drinks. Amtrak is only slightly less expensive than flying, but it's certainly a much more enjoyable trip (with windows MUCH larger than on any airplane)! (Amtrak DOES have a "Veterans Advantage" program - info on their website.) Though it's been quite a while, we have also traveled on ViaRail Canada, and it is equally enjoyable - much more so than flying!
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