Making The Most of Train Travel
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Making the Most of Your
Train TravelsWhy you will love trains more than
you love planes for travel.
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Trains are making a HUGE
Comeback!
51% increase in train passengers in Amtrak
alone from 2001 to 2013
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October 2012 to September
2013
Amtrak welcomed nearly 31.6 million passengers
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Pennsylvania Station in New York sees
650,000 passengers a day
Source: cnn.com
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Why People Prefer Trains
• more comfortable• no tight security• no traffic• cheaper
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Why People Prefer Trains
• scenic route• Old-world charm• leisure time
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What To Expect:
• plenty of suburban stops• more time in your hands• expensive onboard food• friendly co-passengers
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What To Pack:
• food and snacks• blanket and/or sweaters
(for long-haul travel)• preferred source of
entertainment
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Don’t Forget:
• your ticket! • extra cash• fully charge devices• grab a window seat
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While Onboard, You Can :
• be friendly• watch the scenery• prepare for your
destination• catch a nap
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Stay Safe and Enjoy!Trains are faster, friendlier, and more
fun to ride than cars, buses, or planes. So why not book your travel
today?