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4 Scenic Train Rides in the U.S. and Canada That Are Way Better Than Flying
By Emma Sarran Webster/ Travel/ Mic/ mic.com
"Chances are, we’ve all heard some variation of the phrase, “it’s not about the destination; it’s about the journey.” But by and large, when it comes to vacation, we’re focused on the destination — and we take planes to get there. And sure, that has merit: If you have a week off of work, you probably want to spend that time being on vacation, not getting to vacation. Then again, it’s possible to do both at once with a train ride. Cross-country train travel may seem like little more than a relic from the past when flying wasn’t so accessible; but in reality, it’s a nostalgic way to experience multiple destinations and the beautiful space between them, all while relaxing and letting someone else take the wheel (major points over road tripping). Train travel “is less about getting somewhere and more about being somewhere,” said Olivia Irvin, public relations manager with Amtrak. “And that somewhere can offer some fantastic views along the way.”
With that in mind, here are four scenic train routes in the United States and Canada to add to your bucket list:....."
Richard
By Emma Sarran Webster/ Travel/ Mic/ mic.com
"Chances are, we’ve all heard some variation of the phrase, “it’s not about the destination; it’s about the journey.” But by and large, when it comes to vacation, we’re focused on the destination — and we take planes to get there. And sure, that has merit: If you have a week off of work, you probably want to spend that time being on vacation, not getting to vacation. Then again, it’s possible to do both at once with a train ride. Cross-country train travel may seem like little more than a relic from the past when flying wasn’t so accessible; but in reality, it’s a nostalgic way to experience multiple destinations and the beautiful space between them, all while relaxing and letting someone else take the wheel (major points over road tripping). Train travel “is less about getting somewhere and more about being somewhere,” said Olivia Irvin, public relations manager with Amtrak. “And that somewhere can offer some fantastic views along the way.”
With that in mind, here are four scenic train routes in the United States and Canada to add to your bucket list:....."
Richard