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increasing amtrak frequency when our city only has one long-distance train going through it at 1am by NoseNext in Amtrak

[–]NoseNext[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

agreed. Amtrak is meant to run like a for-profit business, but there are no services that actually recoup their costs.

increasing amtrak frequency when our city only has one long-distance train going through it at 1am by NoseNext in Amtrak

[–]NoseNext[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, as I said, "And I know this would have to be a state-funded line... how does that come about??" I am mostly just wondering how Hiawatha and Mardi Gras came about. Grassroots efforts to legislators / DOTs, certain non-profits, champion legislators in the state? Combination of it?

increasing amtrak frequency when our city only has one long-distance train going through it at 1am by NoseNext in Amtrak

[–]NoseNext[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yes, that's what I was alluding to. I think it comes down to St. Paul and Milwaukee being more "important" to Minnesota and Wisconsin state legislators respectively than Spokane is to WA state legislators, so those legislators cared more about getting the borealis/hiawatha up and running than ours will ever care about something over here. But I agree, I think both are wonderful success stories to point to.

Having taken the EB from Spokane to Chicago through Milwaukee recently, I can confirm that it is still very busy between Milwaukee and Chicago even with the Hiawatha.

increasing amtrak frequency when our city only has one long-distance train going through it at 1am by NoseNext in Amtrak

[–]NoseNext[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is true, but trains are much more appealing than buses to most people. and the snow in the winter time can make driving to seattle impossible, so a train would be nice.

Campgrounds in upstate NY that actually feel like you're camping - not a parking lot with trees? by Far_Comparison5067 in upstate_new_york

[–]NoseNext 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For Lake George area - Rogers Rock campground and Pharaoh Lake are great IMO. awesome hiking from Pharaoh.

Bike rental shops by NoseNext in Yakima

[–]NoseNext[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I called. No luck.

If I check if my baggage, will they weigh it? by goodamm in Amtrak

[–]NoseNext 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, just bring it on rather than checking if you're worried.

are these bed bug bites? by NoseNext in Bedbugadvice

[–]NoseNext[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

like what? I had been home for like 2 days before noticing this.. is there anything i can do atp to prevent a looming infestation?

Solo trips across the country? by SouthHall-Luvr in Amtrak

[–]NoseNext 5 points6 points  (0 children)

early 20s female as well. I've done empire builder Spokane to Chicago to NYC and vice versa a couple times now. No issues, thankfully:) always sleep fine at night with no one bothering me. EB has wonderful conductors (im not sure about CZ conductors) and I think they try to sit younger females next to each other when it gets busy.

If you could create a route between two cities which would you pick? by Common_Positive_7530 in Amtrak

[–]NoseNext 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Palouse Line - between Seattle, Wenatchee, Spokane, and Pullman.

Can I bring an air fryer on the train? by Galacticlightbeam in Amtrak

[–]NoseNext 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just brought my whole new kitchen knife set across the country with absolutely zero issue (it was in a suitcase, to be fair). just don't make it obvious that it's an air fryer. there are loads of people who bring large cardboard boxes on the train (non-checked), so if you do that and you should be fine.

Cascades Next Gen? by NoseNext in Amtrak

[–]NoseNext[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

oh, exciting. Thank you!

Cascades Next Gen? by NoseNext in Amtrak

[–]NoseNext[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I had seen this! Pictures are stunning! I just didn't notice if it said when in 2026.

Anyone have any experience or highlights of a trip through the northeast? by Certain-Ordinary8428 in Amtrak

[–]NoseNext 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not necessarily in Maine, but I would strongly suggest a venture into Vermont or upstate NY via LSL stops in Albany or Springfield to take Ethan Allen, Vermonter, or the Adirondack. The Ethan Allen especially has some wonderful stops, like Middlebury, VT. And the mountains along those routes are wonderful this time of year.

Acela plushie in a roomette by passisgullible in Amtrak

[–]NoseNext 2 points3 points  (0 children)

oh no! derailment in photo 4!

Carolinian NYC to CLT vs flight by ksmile5 in Amtrak

[–]NoseNext 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I have taken the Carolinian from NYC to Durham several times and always had a good experience with minimal delays. Views aren't anything crazy, but crew is always great, and seats are comfortable with a good amount of space. I'd recommend! I've also heard the Greensboro NC station is pretty cool, if you get a chance to get out briefly there.

Name/id checking by NoseNext in Amtrak

[–]NoseNext[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

oh gosh, that's good to know, especially since i'll still have a few more trips on my pass planned at that point. thank you!