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In reply to the discussion: OMG! Going on the train to PORTLAND for our Honeymoon! First time on train And in OREGON! [View all]
nilram
(2,993 posts)29. I thought the bedding was comfortable in a roomette
Or at least unmemorable/not a problem. There are attendants for each car who are there to help – they may have extra pillows and blankets, for instance.
And the Benson is very classy, they absolutely will have any extra bedding you want. You might find the extra fluffy to be weighing you down.
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OMG! Going on the train to PORTLAND for our Honeymoon! First time on train And in OREGON! [View all]
FirstLight
May 2024
OP
Years and years ago I took a train trip with my boyfriend from Seattle to New York, we had a roommette
Walleye
May 2024
#5
Congratulations. AmTrac is the way to go. Wait till you see how comfortable the seating is! We slept ...
marble falls
May 2024
#7
I took the train home after the Northridge earthquake. Had an economy sleeper room.
chowder66
May 2024
#21
ive ridden trains sinc 1969 in mexico and amtrak since its formation in 1970
AllaN01Bear
May 2024
#14
i remember rides with slow orders as you described along with soft roadbend due to heavy rains
AllaN01Bear
May 2024
#37
Mrs. Putz and I did Portland on the train for our 40th anniversary and stayed at the Benson. Great time.
EarnestPutz
May 2024
#23
Grand Hotel, plus they have your rental car out front waiting for your arrival.
KS Toronado
May 2024
#26
Roomette is the way to go, includes 3 squares and they are very decent, who has the top bunk?
Shellback Squid
May 2024
#40
you'll be snug, btw, these trains are usually old, no USB ports on the California Zephyr so take a 110 adapter
Shellback Squid
May 2024
#50