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Old 06-23-2008, 12:30 PM
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Default Re: Auto Train

Have used it several times since it started - love it! ! ! !

There are a few tricks you learn over time to get the best seats( if going coach) and knowing what to bring on the train for additional creature comfort.

If there was a way to take my dogs on it, I"d never drive I-95 again, but always use the auto-train when going by myself. Even took my motorcycle on it a couple years ago so I could make a weekend reunion.

Considering the price of gas, hotel costs, food, wear-and-tear on the car (or bike), and the frustration of Georgia road construction, it does have it's merits.

Time of year is also important. If you plan to use it when it's peak travel in a particular direction, it is more crowded and not as nice. Timing is everything.