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Bookmark or Share- Sleeping in coach vs room for single overnight tripI typically travel coach overnight. And, while a Roomette is certainly more comfortable (especially on a two night trip) coach is do-able to save on costs. Plus, I like the camaraderie which evolves among fellow travelers. But, admittedly, my sleep is usually sub par. If I manage to get two seats together to stretch out upon, that definitely helps.
- Chicago to Emeryville Zephyr Car 532, room 3 RoometteRoomette #3 will be on the upper level of the car. However, you won't know which direction the car will be facing until you actually board. The cars can be set in line facing either direction. This means you won't know in advance whether your roomette faces generally north or generally south for your route.
- What is the best roomette on a Viewliner train?FYI - The New York Section of the Lake Shore LImited is now reported to be carrying Viewliner II's. Besides not having the toilet in the roomette, the coffee station has moved to next to #1, to make room for extra toilets down at the end next to the high numbers.
- Floridian | Amtrak Unlimited Discussion ForumWhether Viewliner Is (with roomette toilets) or Viewliner IIs (no roomette toilets) is unknown. Perhaps one I and one II, based on the information in the reservations system there will be two Viewliners, at least initially. It will probably be the same as what the Star is now.
- Roomette on the California Zephyr | Amtrak Unlimited Discussion ForumI take the CZ more than any other of the western routes and would remind you as others will, there are two sides of the train and the best way to see is from the SSL, not from your roomette. Get out meet people in the lounge, the diner, and at stops. A roomette may be small, but the train and the experiences along the way, are large. Enjoy your ...
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