The Texas Eagle runs from San Antonio to Chicago (or, from Chicago to San Antonio, if you prefer). Since we almost always leave from and return to San Antonio, the Texas Eagle route figures prominently in our train plans. If we decide to leave from Temple, Texas, the Texas Eagle … Continue reading →
We used Enterprise Car Rental in Sacramento. They were wonderful. They picked us up at the train station, took us to the rental location, handled all the paperwork efficiently, and, when we turned the car in, offered us a ride back to our hotel (or anywhere else we needed to … Continue reading →
We were supposed to catch the train from Reno to Sacramento; however, this was where we experienced our first aberration in the trip. I was sitting in the hotel lobby waiting to check in when I received an automated phone call from Amtrak notifying me of a delay in the … Continue reading →
During the day, announcements are made throughout the train about upcoming stops, but no announcements are made during quiet hours (10pm – 7am). The final announcement is usually made about 9:30 pm. Quiet hours are more critical when traveling in coach class on the train. This ensures there are times … Continue reading →
Welcome back to another month of Merry Go Round Blog conversation. This month we’re talking about on line reader communities. I’m afraid I don’t have anything unique to offer over what’s already been talked about. GoodReads and LibraryThing, both sites I participate in on a peripheral level. I’ve been a … Continue reading →
Walter and Boomer are appearing on the game camera during overnight hours. At least, I think it’s Boomer. Walter is easy to discern. Boomer, not so much. It’s more that there’s a cat that isn’t Walter or Junior or Sneaky of one of the sundry other periodic visitors, and it … Continue reading →
Last time we were in Los Angeles, we took a VIP tour of Universal Studios. This time, we signed up for the VIP tour of Paramount studios. The most amazing thing we learned was how many massive scenes have been crammed into the tiny lawn in front of Lucille Ball’s … Continue reading →
Lyn had several questions I want to ensure get answered, and the Onboard post seems like the best place for this. Here goes: What did you see out the windows? Gorgeous scenery. America’s backyard. There is no single backyard. Some are gorgeous. Some are appalling. Some are interesting. You see … Continue reading →
My husband’s birthday fell near the end of the trip. We adjusted the trip dates so we could spend his birthday in New Orleans, a favorite stop of his for many years. Unfortunately, if you’ve been following the Grand Tour closely, you know this didn’t happen. Our luggage saw New … Continue reading →
We spent most of the last month on the road, but we’ve still gotten some stuff done. Here’s the April update for your reading pleasure. San Antonio House: We got some leaves raked and the yard mowed. The Ranch: We had the deer feeder and game camera running. We noted … Continue reading →
