First Time Traveling in AMTRAK - From Chicago to New Orleans****MUST TRY*****

[@mikeyinthecity]

So, I already liked your video early on, but after seeing your interaction with the kids and their dad (maybe), my heart melted. It's so cool they were to find you again and experience what you're doing.

[@victoriacardenas7738]

You are so kind

[@brucebartman4782]

Great vdo about traveling on Amtrak in a roomette. I travelled coast to coast in Coach one way. Never again. When I travelled with my Wife and 3 kids, we were in a Family Bedroom. The Best!

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Hi Bruce. Thank you for the nice comment. I'm actually thinking of doing another AMTRAK travel but in coach just to check it out. Was it really bad?

[@Dalts1985]

@@victoriacardenas7738 the sleeper is definitely worth the added expense & for the included meals as a bonus… I’ve done Amtrak Sleepers: Orlando -> Washington DC & SFO -> LAX -> Houston, all in a Roomette, plus VIA Rail Canada 🍁 The Canadian 🇨🇦 in a Roomette Toronto to Jasper over 4Days, a Roomette Sleeper over coach is definitely worth the added expense…

[@kallmekiki]

The food looked good! Amazing Blog from beginning to end, loved your interaction with the adorable family from New Orleans on the train, thanks for sharing, can’t wait to take this trip myself (coach I’m sure) I’d love a sleeper room, but non the less, still very excited 👍🚞

[@ajo5602]

As a sleeping car passenger you have access to the lounges in major stations (in this case the Metropolitan Lounge in Chicago and the Magnolia Room in New Orleans). Lounges have seating, live tv, bag storage, complimentary food and beverage, and even showers in Chicago. Probably the best perk is that those in sleeper accommodations and business class seats get priority boarding and board directly from the lounge. An Amtrak employee escorts you from the lounge directly to your train.

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Uuu..I had no idea. I need to travel more through Amtrak. Thanks!

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[@TheKonnoisseur11]

Wait they let you use the empty rooms to sleep!!? Sweet!

[@MrBucketlist]

Thanks for this video. I travel alot but am trying this out for fun next week in a roomette. I can't wait!

[@victoriacardenas7738]

No problem! It was a pretty cool experience. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did 😀

[@larryloveless2967]

I enjoyed your video. I have ridden all the AMTRAK rail routes west of St. Louis making connections at times in Chicago and K.C. and it was a great way to see The West. I also enjoyed taking The Canadian back and forth between Vancouver and Jasper as part of a trip through Seattle. They were five weekend to weekend trips between 2001 and 2013. Not for everyone as it was too much a long haul for my wife so I did four on my own and thought they were a great adventure.

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Hi Larry. Your adventures sound fun! It sounds like you must of been on the Amtrak for almost a week? I would LOVE to do that! My partner sounds like he’s more like your wife and I’m more like you 😂.

[@larryloveless2967]

@@victoriacardenas7738 Yes, they were all from one weekend to another from St. Louis and either 7, 8, or 9 days. The years were 2001, 2002, 2004, 2009, and 2013. All but one trip was done solely in coach and there were advantages having nobody next to you at night when you could stretch out more. I only used a hotel near a train station when making connection with the next day's train but sometimes that meant getting to take a trolley tour of a city that I also enjoyed. Fortunately I worked at the same company for 40 years so I got plenty of vacation days. It was like I was selling it to my wife how cheap I could make the trip and she was happy letting me do them on my own. I got the idea watching our PBS station on great rail journeys of the world. I really like the Superliner observation lounge car with the large windows to hang out. I met other rail and travel lovers there as well so did not feel alone. My last trip though in 2013 to complete the amtrak west routes was done though with a promise to her I got it out of my system. I enjoy seeing the KZbin videos such as yours on rail travel. I got lucky to end up doing more rail trips anyway a few years later with a daughter who my wife made me be a travel companion for her on her trips to Europe for her peace of mind. I was sure lucky to see Europe as I never expected to do so. I think it helps if you like history like me going there but also enjoyed the scenery of the countries of the Alps. I made sure we rode the rails there doing so. Their high speed rail is amazing.

[@jackiyoung1927]

Thank you Victoria I'm planning a trip there by train for my 50th wedding anwatching in October. We are both handicapped, I don't plan a lot of walking so you have helped me. I love the La Quintas haven't stayed in one for about 12 years. Will look into it. Thanks again your video and answer have been very helpful. Keep up the good work I will be wayching.

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Hi Jacki! How exciting! Happy early birthday and I hope you have a great time. Thank you for joining. Definitely more travel videos to come so stay tune for those vlogs ☺️😁

[@jackiyoung1927]

Wedding not birthday but thank you for your comments

[@fluffnose3386]

On the double decker superliner cars (like in the video) there are handicapped accessible rooms. On the lower level. Just letting you know!

[@Roxy0405]

Our train arrived 4 hours late to New Orleans from Chicago a few years back. Amtrak workers in New Orleans says it's late all the time! 😏

[@victoriacardenas7738]

oh no! Sorry to hear that.

[@davef.8645]

Great video, thanks for posting!

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jackiyoung1927]

How far is the train station from the downtown area and French quarter????

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Hi Jacki! Thank you so much for taking the time to view my video. Well I took an Uber from the train station to our hotel. The distance was about 15 to 20 minutes. And! The hotel I stayed in is called La Quinta. Literally walking distance from French Quarter. If you don't mind walking 15 minutes from the hotel to French Quarters I definitely recommend it.

[@kimberlykimmcquay5409]

I am from NOLA, the train literally arrives in downtown New Orleans next to the Superdome and Arena. You are 1 mile from Bourbon Street and the French Quarter. So depending on your pace, a 10-15 walk. Additionally, there are numerous options for transportation: cabs, ubers, pedi-cabs, buses, and street cars that will bring you to the Quarter for a fee.

[@jackiyoung1927]

@@kimberlykimmcquay5409 thank you Kim look forward to visiting your awesome city

[@norcalrailfan1]

I’m taking it from NOL to CHI. It looks fun. Was it a nice trip?

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Yes! So worth it!

[@hula62]

Is there long term parking at Union Station AMTRAK in Chicago? How much does it cost? Say, I want to leave my car for a weeks or two weeks?

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Hi Debra. I actually got dropped off at the station so I don't know if there is parking available. I would check online or just a thought why not use spot hero. You can park your car around the area for two weeks. You just have to put the duration down. Sorry if this didn’t help.

[@michaelsinn1107]

Did you need internet while you worked? How did you access internet? Maybe with your cell service. What service did you use?

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Hi! I used my cell's data (T-Mobile) for internet use. Let me know if you have any other questions.

[@mariellazavala72]

This is so cool! It like getting on the metra ( which I ALWAYS get so excited to ride. It just never gets old ! ☺️) but way better !! I’ve been wanting to get on the Amtrak !! Maybe some day I might go the the Amtrak ! 🤞🥺🤞❤️😊😊😊😊😊

[@victoriacardenas7738]

I totally agree!

[@keneshiaclarke9676]

If your in coach do you travel to different car with your luggage

[@victoriacardenas7738]

They do allow you to look at the other carts. Regarding your luggage it REALLY depends on your comfort level. I would leave my luggage where it is. I don't think people would try to steal anything specially in front of so many people. Again, it really depends on your comfort level.

[@SuperDave30]

Sorry for being so late, I just finished watch your blog aka video, since I’m huge Amtrak fan, you have ridden on Amtrak City of New Orleans route from Chicago, Memphis Tennessee, throughout The Mississippi Delta till final destination New Orleans, LA , anyway I hope you enjoy your trip!

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Thank you for the nice comment. It was so much fun. I can't wait to ride the Amtrak again. Theres other Amtraks I would like to ride. Like the one in Colorado. There is a planned trip to this state so make sure you are subscribed and turn on the bell notification so you get notified when I upload this video :-).

[@SuperDave30]

@@victoriacardenas7738 riding Amtrak is absolutely amazing!

[@victoriacardenas7738]

@@SuperDave30 for sure!!! I can’t wait to ride the Colorado one!

[@SuperDave30]

@@victoriacardenas7738 I saw some Colorado Amtrak trip adventures on the other ppl KZbin page especially going thru the Rocky’s

[@world-wide9136]

How long was it and did you have to change trains ?

[@victoriacardenas7738]

It was about 18 hours. No. I didn't switch trains. Took one train all the way to New Orleans.

[@williamkesler2373]

You need to try one of the western trains, since they brought back traditional dining

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Hi William - Any specific location you recommend?

[@williamkesler2373]

@@victoriacardenas7738 depends on how long you want to stay on the train. I’d recommend the route from Chicago to San Francisco. That takes 2 and a half days. If you only want to spend one night, get on at Denver and go west. That’s where the best scenery begins

[@jimmyconway9619]

Nice account of the trip. A few things that will improve it next time. Google Maps on your phone will track your journey, assuming you have wifi. I have ATT and it worked all the way to NOLA. Bring a small divided container for snacks. I used a $2 fishing tackle box with several compartments and filled them with strawberries, cheese, beef sticks, and whatever else you like. Wear a hoodie, because the train can be too cold in the summer, especially in coach. The train horn sounds at every road crossing and can disrupt sleep all night.

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Hi Jimmy. Thank you for the nice comment and noted on all the feedback/recommendations for my next AMTRAK ride 😊

[@aliyahmartinez2787]

This looks so cool. I want to try this.

[@victoriacardenas7738]

You should!

[@nicolasbarrera534]

Wat kind of train 🚊 is that?????

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Amtrak! It was so cool!

[@chrissmolik8091]

@@victoriacardenas7738 Did you depart from Chicago Union Station in Chicago, IL?

[@victoriacardenas7738]

@@chrissmolik8091 Hi Chris. Yes. It was from Chicago Union station. I know with covid people are nervous to travel but they did a REALLY good job of keeping each section not crowded nor full. I felt very safe.

[@randyr3021]

Welcome to N'Awlins, bae!!!

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Thank you! It was amazing! I cant wait to go back!

[@omarb2010]

This one was cool! Good job 👍

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Thanks!

[@realisrare38]

Did you try a hot sausage poboy?

[@victoriacardenas7738]

No. I didn’t. That sounds SOO GOOD!!! Anything else you recommend for me to try?

[@busterbiloxi3833]

Nice video.

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Thank you, Buster for the nice compliment. More traveling vlogs to come. Make sure to subscribe and turn the bell button on that way you get notify when I upload a new video.

[@michellec.4994]

I bring my snacks in a small isolated tote..and a nice beer!!

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Uuuu...good recommendation.

[@123modelgirl1]

Did you have a roomette or bedroom? This is nice😊 I wanna go from Chicago to Miami but I’m not sure because it takes 2 days & that’s too long for me lol & I don’t wanna fly

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Yes. I had a roommate e. It was my boyfriend. Its definitely a must do. Our room included breakfast and dinner. The viewing cart was amazing. Its definitely safe and they don't over crowd the carts with guests. You must try it. You should also take your own snacks incase they don’t carry what you like. Dont forget to subscribe :-).

[@jackiyoung1927]

That is the best part

[@Dalts1985]

Tamara D, I did SFO -> LAX -> Houston in Nov. 2019, all in a Roomette Sleeper, well worth it: I could’ve done SFO -> LAX in Coach as it were a daytite run, but having the Roomette to myself & ability to nap in the lounge chair in private was better… It’s actually nice to sit back, relax & just watch the world cruise on by…

[@sandraphillips1718]

The food does looks good. 😊

[@jonathanleonard1152]

Being a good reporter on KZbin means knowing: Where you are, On schedule or not. Thumbs up anyway.

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Hi Jonathan. Thank you for pointing that out. I couldn't agree with you anymore . For sure Ill get better for future traveling vlogs 😊.

[@Dalts1985]

@@victoriacardenas7738 if in doubt, bring up ya maps on ya smart phone 📞 & presto ya found the location 😉

[@milaa.ballentine4260]

Hi Victoria. Enjoyed your video. It was very informative. Did Amtrak require a negative Covid Test in order to travel?

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Thank you, Mills for the nice comment. No. During this time there was no covid testing required bur not sure of its still the same now. I recommend to double online and see what it says. I really enjoyed it. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did 😊

[@liampineiro8491]

This was awesome!

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Hi Liam. Thank you for the nice comment. I definitely recommend it. Dont forget to subscribe 😊

[@lanteTV1]

Hi sister Viciii Nice trepe I’m your new SUB cheers 🥂

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Thanks for the sub! Make sure to check out my new travel vlog :-). I hope you enjoy my other videos :-).

[@nurseshaye2099]

Great review

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Thank you for the nice comment. Dont forget to subscribe.

[@thth2184]

Great job inspiring travel

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Thank you so much for the nice comment! I really appreciate it. More trips to come and Amtrak rides :-)

[@kenk2306]

Why do you keep saying "cart"?

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Omg! Its car. I have no clue why I didn’t realize I was doing that 😂

[@craigdixon4113]

Wow! Use of two rooms for the price of one.

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Seriously. The train was pretty empty and the gentleman was kind to let us use one room for sleeping and the other for working 😊. I definitely recommend this 😊.

[@craigdixon4113]

@@victoriacardenas7738 Good in way, but hard $ wise on Amtrak. I sincerely hope that they can stay in a long term business.

[@victoriacardenas7738]

@@craigdixon4113 so true. Definitely more expensive than flying. Did you know they are planning to build a luxurious train? It’s in the plans right now. They don’t say when the construction will start but for sure they are designing the train right now. I saw drawings of it, and it looks AMAZING! For sure it will be ih more expensive than Amtrak.

[@craigdixon4113]

@@victoriacardenas7738 I loved traveling in the past. I thought I’d have enough in the Service. But nowadays with all the Political Nonsense going on, Im afraid to travel the South. My Aunt wants to go to Memphis,TN. To see Graceland, but. It’s the South. I’m Brown, Hispanic and Native American, I just want any trouble. So, we well see what the future offers. I’ll look forward to your journeys and be careful, too.

[@victoriacardenas7738]

@@craigdixon4113 thank you , Craig 😍

[@jnoppenheim777]

😍

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Thank you for the nice comment and support :-).

[@allison7066]

Is this coach?

[@victoriacardenas7738]

I don’t remember what this room is considered but they do have different room levels if that’s what you call it? They have some rooms available with private bathrooms which are way bigger than the one I stayed in. This could be considered coach? I hope this helps.

[@scottshaw8864]

@@victoriacardenas7738 It's a roomette

[@debraball2641]

@@victoriacardenas7738 In coach you just have a regular train seat. Not a private area. You are in a roomette.

[@victoriacardenas7738]

@@debraball2641 thank you for clarifying. I figured it would called something different. I just didn’t know exactly what.

[@MarionRangers8141]

Make time stamps

[@victoriacardenas7738]

got it

[@Brittany.Anderson]

Nice job in not stating your destination in the video as it is in the title of the video

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Thank you for checking out my video and the nice comment. I really enjoyed it.

[@scottshaw8864]

Title of the video kind of gives away the secret of where you are going.

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Yeah. When I was editing the video I decided to put the location. I figured why not just tell them where I’m going. Hopefully you enjoyed it ☺️.

[@willhefner]

The food on amtraks nyc to Miami is terrible..

[@victoriacardenas7738]

Really? What did they serve? My food wasn’t bad. It was pretty good for train food.

[@willhefner]

@@victoriacardenas7738 they have closed the dinning cars and only the snack car was open smh..lol hot dogs 🌭 and Jimmy Dean biscuits 😋😀

[@esthermuldur796]

You don't need a mask on by yourself in a roomette!

[@victoriacardenas7738]

You are so right. I think I kept it on because the guy would stop by once in a great while asking if me and my boyfriend needed anything after taking our order 😊😂. I think I'm just so used to it .

[@trinachareseluv]

Actually they have changed that rule. They want you to wear a mask even if you are in a room. But there's no way they can enforce that.

[@esthermuldur796]

@@trinachareseluv they have not changed the rules. I watched the Amtrak videos they do and the guy said if you have the door and curtains closed you don’t need the masks on in the rooms.