Posts Tagged ‘train’
Q&A: Vacation to Washington DC by train?
Posted by Mostafa Safavi in All about Washington D.C. on December 26th, 2011
Question by William B: Vacation to Washington DC by train?
My wife and I plan to go from Miami to DC early next year.
We thought it would be pleasant to take Amtrak.
We have never taken a train before.
A friend advised us that it’s not that pleasant; that the restrooms are not clean.
Any experienced train travelers out there who can advise me on train travel? Do you check your bags or keep them with you?
Also, any recommendations as to what to do for 5 days in DC?
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Answer by whitesox09
My experiences with Amtrak are quite the opposite. It’s very clean and the ride is remarkably smooth considering how fast the train is going. However, I would not want to be on the train longer than a few hours, but that’s just my personal opinion. You can carry bags on with you and place them above your seat (similar to an airplane but more space).
As for D.C.: Most of the Smithsonian museums, including the zoo, are pretty cool and they are all free. Of course, you’ll want to hit up all the major landmarks, but beware that some of them require you to write to your Congressman/woman in advance in order to gain entrance. Other places of interest: Georgetown, Arlington Cemetery, U Street, Eastern Market, Holocaust Museum, etc. I would recommend taking the Metro everywhere. Driving around D.C. is very painful.
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What is a good, cheap hotel in New Jersey that is near the train startion to New York City?
Posted by Mostafa Safavi in All about New York on December 17th, 2011
Question by dubourg08: What is a good, cheap hotel in New Jersey that is near the train startion to New York City?
I need a hotel that’s near the train station that will take me into New York city, preferably cheap. Thanks!
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Answer by dinodino
I’m not vouching for these but they are near the PATH train
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g46531-d225883-Reviews-Candlewood_Suites_Jersey_City-Jersey_City_New_Jersey.html
http://www.ramada.com/Ramada/control/Booking/check_avail?entry_source=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ramada.com%2FRamada%2Fcontrol%2FBooking%2Fmodify_dates%3Fid%3D14233%26propBrandId%3DRA&checkInDate=10%2F16&numberAdults=1&numberRooms=1&checkOutDate=10%2F17&numberChildren=0&rateName=Best+Avail&rate=000&promotionCode=&corporateCode=&iataNumber=&id=14233&propBrandId=RA
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Q&A: Can I go from Washington DC to NY by train? It’s a family vacation, I accept recomendations?
Posted by Mostafa Safavi in All about Washington D.C. on December 8th, 2011
Question by Dell: Can I go from Washington DC to NY by train? It’s a family vacation, I accept recomendations?
If you can let me know the web site for the train and tips to have a nice vacation I would appreciate it !
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Answer by Charlie
Sure, see site below for answer to similar question.
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Is there a train, shuttle, bus, etc. that will take you from the Baltimore airport to Washington DC hotels?
Posted by Mostafa Safavi in All about Washington D.C. on September 24th, 2011
Question by Big_Willis: Is there a train, shuttle, bus, etc. that will take you from the Baltimore airport to Washington DC hotels?
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Answer by ontheroadagainwithoutyou
Yes, you can catch one at the airport
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How to book train travel from MI to Washington DC?
Posted by Mostafa Safavi in All about Washington D.C. on September 22nd, 2011
Question by Amal: How to book train travel from MI to Washington DC?
I need a website to book a ticket to travel from Southfield, MI to Washington D.C by train not an airplane.
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Answer by locolady98
Amtrak.com.
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Train from San francisco airport to Museum of Modern Arts?
Posted by Mostafa Safavi in All about San Francisco on September 10th, 2011
Question by Mr Noble: Train from San francisco airport to Museum of Modern Arts?
Could anyone suggest to me a link for this journey of a better alternative?
Cheers
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Answer by Lisa H
you would need to take bart from SFO to Powell Street Station and then either walk or take cab from BART.
Board Pittsburg/Bay Point train at SFO airport. Get off at Powell Station. It is about a 30min ride. One way tick is $ 8.10.
tonalc2: on the map SFMOMA is right kind of sort of between the Montgomery and Powell…take your pick really. montgomery to SFMOMA is 1/2 mile. and Powell to SFMOMA is like maybe 3/4 mile depending on where you cross over.
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Q&A: How do I travel from Washington, DC to Laurel, DE by Train or Bus???
Posted by Mostafa Safavi in All about Washington D.C. on September 1st, 2011
Question by Renee: How do I travel from Washington, DC to Laurel, DE by Train or Bus???
I wish to travel by Bus or Train
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Answer by hemlockknot
Train is definitely the most pleasant. There is room to recline your chair, you can stand up and walk around if your legs get tired, the bathrooms are cleaner (the bus might not have bathrooms at all), you can sit in a different car if someone near you has a crying baby, and food is served. You’ll prefer the train.
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How long would it take to get from New York City to Las Vegas by train?
Posted by Mostafa Safavi in All about New York on August 27th, 2011
Question by Tom R: How long would it take to get from New York City to Las Vegas by train?
My girlfriend and I are planning a vacation to New York (Manhattan), and then onto Las Vegas Strip (to get married!). We want to travel by train (she says it’s “more romantic”), but I’m just wondering how long, exactly, that would take? Also, what’s the closest train station to Las Vegas strip?
Could someone please help me plot a course? Please help me out!!
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Answer by kiwi_dave
Who cares how long? It’s romantic,you’re getting married, no brainer dude! Take the train for sure.
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Who is/are the opening bands for train on their save me, san francisco tour?
Posted by Mostafa Safavi in All about San Francisco on August 11th, 2011
Question by music is life: Who is/are the opening bands for train on their save me, san francisco tour?
i’m going to their concert on friday, but i really want to know whos opening for them.
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Answer by Mac
music is life …
You can find detail on Train concerts, Train tickets, etc, here:
http://bit.ly/TrainConcertTickets
Or all UC Berkeley events here:
http://bit.ly/UCBerkeleyEventSchedule
I think Needtobreathe is opening for Train.
Hope that helps.
Mac
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Is it wise to stay in Newark for a New York Holiday? How close is it & is the train system safe and good?
Posted by Mostafa Safavi in All about New York on July 30th, 2011
Question by piken979: Is it wise to stay in Newark for a New York Holiday? How close is it & is the train system safe and good?
Basically I am trying to have the New York experience without the hotel price tag.
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Answer by Damn It Joey.
Stay in Queens. Easier and Safer
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