by Malcolm Kenton | May 6, 2016
Because the United States does not have as expansive a passenger train network as most other industrialized countries (mainly the result of decades of federal policy that treats the travel modes as separate silos with different conditions rather than as part of a...
by Malcolm Kenton | Mar 12, 2016
Here are my eight tips for planning and making the most of a journey on The Canadian: 1. It’s not all about the Rockies: Though winding through Jasper National Park in the shadow of Mt. Robson (Canada’s highest peak) and viewing the Cariboo range are some of the...
by Malcolm Kenton | Aug 22, 2015
Thinking about taking a train trip on Amtrak with a friend, spouse, partner or the whole family, but worried about sharing sleeping accommodations, being able to sleep in coach, and keeping kids occupied? Worry not! Trains provide a relaxing and convivial ride that...
by Malcolm Kenton | May 20, 2015
The hearts of all who care about passenger trains are heavy with the losses suffered in last week’s tragic derailment of Amtrak Northeast Regional train 188 in Philadelphia. I am very thankful that neither I, nor any of my family or friends, were aboard train 188, and...
by Malcolm Kenton | May 9, 2015
Train travel in the United States is experiencing a renaissance. Amtrak’s ridership continues to grow each year, in spite of a skeletal national network, infrequent service to many places, and aging equipment, as travelers seek a reprieve from the costs and hassles of...
