https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com2023-06-24 00:00:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/beware-the-dark-sideWhere there is light there is darkness and where there is wealth and order, there is poverty and disorder. This post provides the reverse side of the coin, the less savoury experiences on my travels. I do encourage you to read the account however …2023-06-24 00:00:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/epilogue-a-trip-to-remember2023-06-07 23:30:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/amtrak-s-lake-shore-limited2023-06-07 23:00:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/chicago-the-windy-city2023-06-07 17:56:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/amtrak-s-empire-builder2023-06-06 00:00:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/vancouver-whales-wares-and-other-wonders2023-05-30 18:00:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/seattle-visiting-the-emerald-cityWith the moniker of the Emerald City due to the lush greenery all around, a visit to Seattle was next on my itinerary and as usual, it did not disappoint.2023-05-30 18:00:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/amtrak-s-cascadesA near 4 hour journey combines the cities of Seattle, Washington with Vancouver, British Columbia - you would think that nothing could possibly go wrong during such a short time - well read on and prepare to be surprised!2023-05-22 00:00:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/amtrak-s-coast-starlight2023-05-22 00:00:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/los-angeles-city-of-angelsLos Angeles, the heart of the American film industry is the west coast mecca of the rich and shameless. However, it is also the nearest city to the US headquarters of Kingston Technology, my employer for the last 25 years - let's check out my stay in the City of Angels ....2023-05-21 00:00:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/amtrak-s-texas-eagle2023-05-18 10:00:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/san-antonio-liberty-and-progressSan Antonio, the second largest city in Texas next to Houston and site of one of the most significant siege battles of the American war against Mexico, The Alamo. Yet the modern city has far more to offer than just its history, so come and take a look ...2023-05-18 10:00:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/amtrak-s-sunset-limitedA 15 hour journey through the western half of Louisiana and most of the eastern half of Texas on Amtrak”s Sunset Ltd - what2023-05-18 00:00:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/memphis-where-rock-roll-was-bornMemphis, the city made famous by both rock and roll as well as rythm and blues offers an insight into the musical history of this young nation. It cultivated the likes of B.B. King and Elvis Presley and put the city on the international map.2023-05-16 19:20:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/new-orleans-the-big-easyNew Orleans, a city that has survived the fury of mother nature more than once is steeped in history that tells of pirates, occult arts and creole and cajun cuisine. Let's take a peak at what the city has to offer ...2023-05-16 00:00:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/amtrak-s-city-of-new-orleansOne would hardly believe how exciting a short journey, well 8 hours each way anyhow, can be. I was expecting nothing more than two quick journeys in coach. What I got surpassed my wildest dreams … for the wrong reasons!2023-05-15 19:22:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/amtrak-crescentAmtrak's "Crescent" was to be my next train on my trek through the USA. While, It would take me through 10 US states, unfortunately the bad weather and frequent delays meant that my first time in a roomette would turn out to be quite different to how I had imagined.2023-05-11 00:00:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/new-york-the-big-appleNew York, a city that has seen both triumph and tragedy, has become a symbol of American capitalism. Yet not many know that it also made significant contributions to the silver screen. Join me as I explore the streets of Manhattan ..2023-05-10 18:38:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/amtrak-acela-america-s-bullet-trainMy first train journey saw me take a seat in the Business Class section of the Acela, America's answer to the Japanese Shinkansen or Bullet Train. Only a short ride from Boston to New York, but a memorable one ...2023-05-10 00:00:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/boston-seat-of-revolutionBoston, capital of Massachusetts is known not only for stoking the fires of revolution in the 18th century, but also for its place as a seat of higher education with both Harvard and M.I.T. in close proximity. Come with me and explore this city ...2023-05-06 01:00:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/travelling-on-amtrak-accommodation-optionsSeeing that journeys on Amtrak vary from a couple of hours to a couple of days, what are the options when travelling by Amtrak?2023-05-02 00:00:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/13-things-you-need-to-know-about-amtrak-travelIf you have never travelled on Amtrak before then you will be glad you know about these 13 things.2023-04-30 00:00:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/amtrak-a-brief-historyWhat are the origins of Amtrak, America's national passenger rail network service.2023-04-29 00:00:00https://www.there-and-back-again-2023.com/blog/prologue-i-have-a-dreamHere is a little bit of background on why I chose to visit the United States and why I opted for doing everything by Amtrak.