3 Days on Amtrak’s Overnight Train Across America

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  • Опубликовано: 26 июл 2023
  • I thought I would be tired of trains by the end of this, but it was the opposite. Turns out I really needed this time to do nothing and recharge- It was a great journey for me.
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  • @freshbread420
    @freshbread420 11 месяцев назад +10

    YES!! I LOVE the longer trip videos because of the scenery and longer experiences with a different vibe and a cross country trip on a train is on my bucket list. So thanks for your perspective and expertise! Love your videos so much and always look forward to when you upload to see what you got into this time, haha. Be safe and I look forward to seeing your next adventure! 🎉

  • @dhangurung3561
    @dhangurung3561 11 месяцев назад +3

    It is always great joy to watch your video. You are such a humble and amicable guy.

  • @valsquyres
    @valsquyres 11 месяцев назад +3

    I lived in Logan from 1972-1985. Went to USU for years! Gorgeous place, outstanding camping. Great video, thanks!

  • @karenbochinski
    @karenbochinski 10 дней назад

    Super great video. Thanks!

  • @stuckinthemiddlewithz5392
    @stuckinthemiddlewithz5392 11 месяцев назад +8

    As always dude, your videos are awesome.
    I would love to see you do The Ghan in Australia. The history of the train alone is just a phenomenal subject to research. I know you don't drink, but even the winery region is worth the views alone, let alone the barren outback stretches.

    • @CountingCountries
      @CountingCountries  11 месяцев назад +3

      It is so high on my list! You are making me really want to do it 😁

  • @chloeandludvig
    @chloeandludvig 10 месяцев назад +2

    This was so fun to watch Jordan! I'm leaving for my turn (opposite direction) next week! It was great to get insight into what I can expect on board! Will be sure to order that salmon and choc cake ;)

  • @stevenwilt3152
    @stevenwilt3152 6 месяцев назад

    Great Video 👍 Funny and informative, well done !

  • @galenstone9097
    @galenstone9097 10 месяцев назад +4

    Traditional Dining needs to come back to all overnight routes.

  • @ashleyagar1924
    @ashleyagar1924 10 месяцев назад +1

    Great Video. Loved it!

  • @aaronschoaf4253
    @aaronschoaf4253 10 месяцев назад

    Rashid is awesome. Glad you got him!

  • @lakshmin1284
    @lakshmin1284 17 дней назад

    Excellent video.

  • @DISHMAC
    @DISHMAC 11 месяцев назад +57

    Sorry I definitely would have reported that employee to supervisor or definitely called Amtrak. They should NOT be permitted to yell at a passenger who did nothing wrong. If it were for employees then post a sign on the table where everyone can see it. No excuse for that kind of behavior and then he said you disrespected him? WTF 😳😡

    • @CountingCountries
      @CountingCountries  11 месяцев назад +22

      Yeah it was truly bizarre. I did actually report him because his behavior was unacceptable. I never heard back from Amtrak though

    • @daveedmonds9717
      @daveedmonds9717 11 месяцев назад +7

      Like cmon now that’s crazy

    • @ronclark9724
      @ronclark9724 4 месяца назад

      @@CountingCountries You messed with the CONDUCTOR'S paperwork, and apparently his coffee cup... I don't know how the British treat their train conductors, but in America the conductor is the king or queen onboard the train. The boss! With the authority to boot you off the train in the middle of nowhere... Never, ever move anyone's stuff in America, no one likes their stuff being shifted. NO ONE!!! The truth is when sitting in the diner the procedure is to wait for the waiter to sit you at a table. No wonder the CONDUCTOR lost his cool, nitwit... Your people skills are ZERO POINT SHIT...

    • @hondapilot9132
      @hondapilot9132 Месяц назад

      I mean, he did move his stuff

    • @copperypuddle3858
      @copperypuddle3858 Месяц назад

      Ethnic activities

  • @pyevasquez1529
    @pyevasquez1529 2 месяца назад +1

    That was lots of fun thank you brother😅❤

  • @dewaynestandridge
    @dewaynestandridge 11 месяцев назад

    I enjoy watching your videos!!

  • @BobNewbie
    @BobNewbie 13 дней назад

    Ah yes, THAT table. The crew have always used that one on every trip I’ve ever taken, also noticed that the first table near the door is sometimes used by the conductor. Usually they are noticeable as being used by the crew, when in doubt I think it’s best to ask. I’ve been scolded by crew before as well. Most veteran crews will post the little blue sign as a crew space

  • @andrzejmaranda3699
    @andrzejmaranda3699 9 месяцев назад

    FASCINATING trip video!

  • @TheFrogfather1
    @TheFrogfather1 10 месяцев назад

    We did the eastbound Zephyr in May as part of a longer rail tour of the US and loved it. Your difficulty walking through the moving train brought back memories - these striped poles between the cars aren't for decoration!

    • @FreedomOfSpeech0000
      @FreedomOfSpeech0000 10 месяцев назад

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  • @KNPrince
    @KNPrince 9 месяцев назад +2

    I am Canadian and I got to admit that I am spoiled by VIA Rail... The Canadian that travels from Toronto Ontario to Vancouver B.C. seems like a totally different league of train compared to Amtrak... From the meal service where the menu changes on a daily basis to the dome cars/observation cars.. Awesome showers, bar car, and train staff that are the best... Still Amtrak does look like an interesting adventure... and it's on my bucket list...

    • @ronclark9724
      @ronclark9724 4 месяца назад

      Unfortunately VIA does not run the Canadian with a daily service, it is more like a land cruise service at a much higher fare price... Once a week or twice a week service isn't DAILY. VIA requires THREE train sets running the Canadian, Amtrak requires SIX train sets just for the Empire Builder, SIX more for the California Zephyr, SIX more for the Southwest Chief, and THREE train sets for the trice weekly Sunset Limited, although there is talk the Sunset Limited will return to a daily service requiring THREE more train sets. Amtrak requires many, many more train sets to run daily services...

  • @paulcutting9075
    @paulcutting9075 16 дней назад

    🎉Glad you take your working out so serious. Saw a video where they used luggage like a kettle bell. Dips off the luggage racks and push ups anywhere you can. Bonus was the stair hops, if you have a 2 story. You can be creative, kill a little time and burn off a few calories.

  • @karengreen4199
    @karengreen4199 3 дня назад

    Loed your video, putting on my solo travel list.

  • @user-oq8ok5pk3b
    @user-oq8ok5pk3b 19 дней назад

    좋은 영상이예요. 좋아요. 제가 미국에 간다면 하고 싶은 것들을 영상으로 보게되서 기쁩니다. ^^ 감사합니다. Thank you. ^^

  • @mileswinslow7553
    @mileswinslow7553 5 месяцев назад

    Thanks, I'm 6'3" too, with more of an offensive lineman's build. I'll be taking my first Amtrak sojourn next month. From St. Paul a coach seat on the Empire Builder, as it's during the day. From Chicago to New Orleans I'm on the City of New Orleans, and I have a Roomette. I fly back home to MSP on a Delta flight ✈️.

  • @glennmaltese6187
    @glennmaltese6187 27 дней назад

    good job.. i loved watching your video, I'm going to book the same ride next year 2025

  • @ali94777
    @ali94777 11 месяцев назад

    Keep on bro!❤

  • @the_g9456
    @the_g9456 9 месяцев назад

    This was fantastic. I am planning on doing a long trip that will go from Chicago to Seattle to LA to San Antonio to Chicago.

  • @user-vl5zu5zw8s
    @user-vl5zu5zw8s 2 месяца назад +2

    I enjoy this video. . You should look d have report the behaviour of that employee. You paid money. You should be respected. Enjoy your time on thevtrain.

  • @CherylRayment-ec3ke
    @CherylRayment-ec3ke 11 месяцев назад

    Hi. I am new. Love the station. Looks amazing.

  • @zacharysnyder2520
    @zacharysnyder2520 2 месяца назад +1

    I love the mentality that if I can’t cross it by train. Fine I’ll do it myself. Very Sam from lord of the rings.

  • @alisachamoy225
    @alisachamoy225 11 месяцев назад

    That Chocolate Mousse Cake looked AMAZING for a train ride!

  • @davide_design
    @davide_design 11 месяцев назад +2

    The stinky feet announcement had me cracking up.

  • @phronsiekeys
    @phronsiekeys 11 месяцев назад +1

    I want to do this trip in the next few years. I did the Canadian about 7 years ago and didn't want it to finish! Recommend!

    • @CountingCountries
      @CountingCountries  11 месяцев назад

      Oh wow I really want to do the Canadian as well I have heard such great things!

  • @warrentravis8640
    @warrentravis8640 11 месяцев назад +2

    If you ever get the chance come to Australia and try the Indian Pacific, which goes from Sydney to Perth. A distance of 4352 kilometres. Or the Ghan that travels from Adelaide to Darwin a distance of 2979 kilometres. I enjoyed watching your video.
    What a great way to travel across America. The scenery is amazing especially through the Rockies. This is definitely something my wife and I would love to do this one day, if we can get to America.

    • @yvonnej76
      @yvonnej76 10 месяцев назад

      It’s a really good adventure ❤

  • @siaamcapps7943
    @siaamcapps7943 11 месяцев назад

    Can’t remember if I saw you at Heathrow or Copenhagen 26-27th of July but it was mad cool to see you nonetheless

  • @ggreg2258
    @ggreg2258 10 месяцев назад

    Enjoyable. Have done same several times. What other countries: The Canadian across Canada. Will be one of your most memorable experiences! I did it just before COVID hit. Thanks

  • @living4christ
    @living4christ 9 месяцев назад

    That sleeper car attendant when you boarded in Chicago was the one I had a few weeks ago on the zephyr from Sacramento to Chicago. I forget the guys name.

  • @DOSBoxMom
    @DOSBoxMom 10 месяцев назад

    You had a Viewliner II roomette for the NYC-Chicago run. (The Viewliner I roomettes also have a toilet in the compartment.)

  • @michaelberger8137
    @michaelberger8137 10 месяцев назад

    Not to sound like one of those nit-picky know-it-alls, but I believe the Moffat Tunnel is the third longest train tunnel in the US. The longest and second longest are the Cascade Tunnel and Flathead Tunnel, respectively, both on the Empire Builder. The Moffat is indeed the highest in the US though. Happy travels, love the video!!! :-)

  • @linseycranefield1751
    @linseycranefield1751 11 месяцев назад

    Should come to New Zealand and do the trains here ❤

  • @gregorysims3697
    @gregorysims3697 10 месяцев назад

    Great video. You should try VIA from Toronto to Vancouver.

  • @corybourrier9722
    @corybourrier9722 Месяц назад

    Via Rail from Vancouver to Toronto, or vice versa! Then Via Rail from Winnipeg to Churchill !! See some polar bears 💪

  • @debjean9303
    @debjean9303 9 месяцев назад

    Love your video and the music. Beautiful trip. Oh, do you fly back?

  • @alphadavid1640
    @alphadavid1640 11 месяцев назад

    thanks a lot!🤩🤩🤩

  • @tigerian4860
    @tigerian4860 10 месяцев назад

    lovely content video love from India🇮🇳 🤗

  • @topthrilldragster20
    @topthrilldragster20 11 месяцев назад +1

    I plan on taking the southwest chief soon. I took it from L.A. to Chicago back in 1989. But it was all in coach. Wife and I plan to take it round trip. won't be in coach this time.

    • @CountingCountries
      @CountingCountries  11 месяцев назад +1

      Definitely book a room! Makes the time go by fast

  • @cthulhuismychild
    @cthulhuismychild 11 месяцев назад

    It’s not another country, yet you should try the Empire Builder from Chicago to Seattle. I’ve done it 4 times and also some beautiful scenery especially the second day when you get to glacier national park and the cascades

  • @EA00000
    @EA00000 11 месяцев назад +1

    I did travel from NY to Montreal it was fun ! Train is the best way to travel if you like to see the country ! I love train! You can save water and have shower together with your neighbour 😂😂😂

  • @Alejandro-lv9bs
    @Alejandro-lv9bs 3 месяца назад

    Amazon video, I’m gonna make this journey soon. I like the necklace and bracelets you’re wearing. Would you mind sharing the link on how to purchase them. Thanks man.😊

  • @ucukaoma4551
    @ucukaoma4551 2 месяца назад

    Like, comment, subscribe, and share this video to support the Channel 👏🏾👏🏾

  • @ExploreDiscover-tr1np
    @ExploreDiscover-tr1np Месяц назад

    I enjoyed your video. The only con is that you didn't finish it off with still traveling on the train to California.

  • @Zetharion1
    @Zetharion1 10 месяцев назад

    Oh damn, you missed Donner Pass by missing that last train. Its the area that would compete the most with EU countries you mentioned. The Sierra Nevadas are freakin gorgeous.

  • @jefeking2117
    @jefeking2117 Месяц назад

    I would love to do this

  • @mgrizz2386
    @mgrizz2386 11 месяцев назад

    You could come back to canada and do the Jasper to Prince Rupert train then a ferry back to vancouver, or Winnipeg to Churchill train to see polar bears. The Alaska train looks like fun. Go to Stettler, Alberta and take your wife and son on a historic steam train complete with train robbers on horse back and a home cooked meal - a full day and a lot of fun.

  • @OHANA-Beach-Suites-CDO
    @OHANA-Beach-Suites-CDO 11 месяцев назад

    Awesome! LETS GO USA!!!

  • @KyleMills1
    @KyleMills1 10 месяцев назад

    @11:50 The Canadian DEFINITELY does not run through the USA. It goes north around the Great Lakes across the provinces. You MUST give it a try, specifically from Toronto to Vancouver. Your route showed The Empire Builder which runs from Chicago over to Washington/Oregon.

  • @chandanisamaraweera7827
    @chandanisamaraweera7827 10 месяцев назад

    Your videos are suoer nice.

  • @parasbhatiarealestate155
    @parasbhatiarealestate155 3 месяца назад

    Can’t wait to see you explore india 🇮🇳 on train some ultra luxury trains are available to visit India !

  • @davidlacroix6769
    @davidlacroix6769 11 месяцев назад +1

    A good friend of mine lives in Naperville. Small world.

  • @eduardoguajardo250
    @eduardoguajardo250 11 месяцев назад

    In mexico. They have one called El Chepe Express

  • @delibakerytravel
    @delibakerytravel 11 месяцев назад

    First, As I Have Said Before Your Channel Is Fabulous. I Have Been Lucky Enough To Been On All Of The Amtrak And Via Rail Long Distant Trains. I Love Trains, Sadly Some Of The Staff With Amtrak Can Be Very Rude. And The USA Government Signs There Checks.🙄 Happy Travels!!

    • @CountingCountries
      @CountingCountries  11 месяцев назад

      Thank you so much! Yes there were some very friendly employees and others.. not as much. I still enjoyed my ride however

  • @alisachamoy225
    @alisachamoy225 11 месяцев назад

    If you like Banana Pudding, you should try the banana pudding from the Little Cupcake Bakeshop on prince street. I think theirs is better than Magnolia. Thanks for another great video!

    • @CountingCountries
      @CountingCountries  11 месяцев назад +1

      Ooh definitely need to try

    • @ronclark9724
      @ronclark9724 4 месяца назад

      Elvis Presley's favorite desert was the banana pudding his mom made...

  • @adamguymon7096
    @adamguymon7096 2 месяца назад

    Can you make a video where you live solely on "trains" on AmTrak where you crisscross the US for a total of 30 days? You can not fly or drive or even use any buses even if AmTrak would put you on a train? You would have to find a way to go to all of the different cities on only train routes, would you be up for the challenge?

  • @saifdheensaifdheensyed4694
    @saifdheensaifdheensyed4694 9 месяцев назад

    👍👍👍

  • @kevinyates6194
    @kevinyates6194 11 месяцев назад

    You could do the Indian Pacific
    Sydney to Perth

  • @Gabriel-xe6jo
    @Gabriel-xe6jo 7 месяцев назад

    Great Video Dude! Random question, I dig the necklace and the whole half matte half shiny aspect? Where'd you get it?? Thanks!

  • @MegaINSELAFFE
    @MegaINSELAFFE 11 месяцев назад +1

    The Employee should of been reported and Fired. Orient express? London U.K. to Venice, Italy.

    • @ronclark9724
      @ronclark9724 4 месяца назад

      He messed with the CONDUCTOR'S paperwork and coffee cup apparently. He is lucky he wasn't booted off the train. Never, ever mess with anyone's stuff in America, it is very poor manners...

  • @peterbowd5181
    @peterbowd5181 11 месяцев назад

    Indian Pacific Australia....Sydney to Perth.

  • @81phoebe
    @81phoebe 11 месяцев назад

    I didn't know erither, can travel to different states in U.S. . If I have a chance to go U.S. I definitely give it a try. I like sightseeing.

  • @solaphoto7995
    @solaphoto7995 4 месяца назад

    May I ask how much did the whole trip cost?

  • @rachitsaini8137
    @rachitsaini8137 11 месяцев назад

    You should try Indian trains. They are not known for being punctual but I can tell you by my experience the beauty and diversity of the landscape will remain with you throughout your life, and of course then there are people who will make the journey more interesting.

    • @CountingCountries
      @CountingCountries  11 месяцев назад

      It’s definitely high on my list. I want to ride the Maharajas express!

  • @scottmorris4914
    @scottmorris4914 8 месяцев назад

    How was the WiFi in the train trip?

  • @jimmywalters3071
    @jimmywalters3071 10 месяцев назад

    Great video. How much $ $. does this cost you ? ... I would love to do it someday. I say Albany, All bany .. not sure if this is how you say it , LOL.

  • @mummy5490
    @mummy5490 10 месяцев назад

    Off topic..but can you visit Andaman nd nicobar islands of India..It has world best beaches nd completely raw...it's cheap nd you will love it 200%...I hope you visit andaman islands

  • @AlexBeckleysRVs
    @AlexBeckleysRVs 10 месяцев назад

    could you please share what microphone system you use..
    Your videos are awesome and the audio quality is great

    • @FromtheWindowSeat
      @FromtheWindowSeat 10 месяцев назад +1

      He’s using a RODE Wireless Go (I have the same mic so recognise it).

    • @AlexBeckleysRVs
      @AlexBeckleysRVs 10 месяцев назад +1

      @@FromtheWindowSeat THANK YOU

  • @FlyWithVeiga
    @FlyWithVeiga 11 месяцев назад

    Love the channel!
    If you’re ever in the Boston area, drinks on me! 🍻

  • @njo1982
    @njo1982 11 месяцев назад

    Travel India by train! That would make for some excellent content!!

  • @Robe_Hernandez
    @Robe_Hernandez 9 месяцев назад +1

    How much to ride coach? $

  • @donburks4464
    @donburks4464 6 часов назад

    you need do Switzerland express and there is norway one the norway you travel by boat then by train

  • @sammy7068
    @sammy7068 11 месяцев назад

    wow gonig on that train soon in a sleeper peace out

  • @EA00000
    @EA00000 11 месяцев назад

    Actually if you like to see most world scenic train ride ? I do recommend train from Beograd to Montenegro ! That will blow your mind ! The train is not the best but going via the highest mountains better than Switzerland and Austria !

  • @mccod035
    @mccod035 4 месяца назад

    canada!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @kubsang
    @kubsang 2 месяца назад

    How much you pay for Chicago to California?

  • @derekdestep40
    @derekdestep40 10 месяцев назад

    Please do do a train ride from coach

  • @deaventuraconkikomas4281
    @deaventuraconkikomas4281 10 месяцев назад

    Most of Amtrak employees are very rough, at least on all the trains I have taken from Eastside to Westside to Northside, there are a few with good customer service skills, but unfortunately they are a lot of employees very rude and I don't understand why, because their work is customer service oriented.

    • @ronclark9724
      @ronclark9724 4 месяца назад

      Yet he messed with the CONDUCTOR'S table at the diner/cafe car... He was lucky he wasn't booted off the train! Every cent the train spends has to be accounted for in their books... I don't know how the British conductor rule their trains, but in America never ever shift anyone's stuff anywhere on a train... Its just very poor manners!

  • @FuckYuhFeelinz
    @FuckYuhFeelinz 10 месяцев назад

    I just got a short about this train derailing and watched this video

  • @gossettcd
    @gossettcd 11 месяцев назад

    What are the name of the routes you are taking???

    • @ronclark9724
      @ronclark9724 4 месяца назад

      He rode the Lakeshore Limited to Chicago from New York City, and then rode the California Zephyr to Emeryville (San Francisco/Oakland) from Chicago...

  • @joehitz5613
    @joehitz5613 11 месяцев назад

    Fellow napervillian

  • @MegaChallanger
    @MegaChallanger 2 месяца назад

    Now do the canadian!

  • @MoonPrismPurrr
    @MoonPrismPurrr 9 месяцев назад

    hubba hubba

  • @noorsafi4070
    @noorsafi4070 3 месяца назад

    Do it in india or Canada 🇨🇦

  • @mreppen1
    @mreppen1 11 месяцев назад

    Oh Canada is calling you.

    • @CountingCountries
      @CountingCountries  11 месяцев назад

      Yes it is!! 😂❤️ need to get on the Canadian ASAP

  • @semottosen5248
    @semottosen5248 11 месяцев назад

    arew you in greenland

  • @mbm_23sep
    @mbm_23sep 4 месяца назад

    do it in iran , that will be fun

  • @viper102661
    @viper102661 7 месяцев назад

    train across Australia, if you haven't done it already

  • @jacquihughes6172
    @jacquihughes6172 11 месяцев назад +1

    Do Australia

  • @breadguyhd9228
    @breadguyhd9228 11 месяцев назад

    Food on Amtrak is always better than airline food

  • @soulinspiration1
    @soulinspiration1 5 месяцев назад +1

    Amtrak employees get mixed reviews. I have experienced exceptional employees and rude uncaring employees.

    • @ronclark9724
      @ronclark9724 4 месяца назад

      It is the same with every government operated service, whether the Drivers License office or the Post Office...

  • @sagetheseer87
    @sagetheseer87 5 месяцев назад

    Wow he’s handsome

  • @MeMe-os7cx
    @MeMe-os7cx 10 месяцев назад

    Do Canada!

  • @youdontknowme2915
    @youdontknowme2915 10 месяцев назад

    The longest train Journey is the Texas Eagle…
    You do get a lot of facts wrong…

    • @ronclark9724
      @ronclark9724 4 месяца назад

      Give him a break, he isn't American... Only two cars of the Texas Eagle shunt to the back of the Sunset Limited... West of San Antonio that train is more Sunset Limited than Texas Eagle...

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    @FreedomOfSpeech0000 10 месяцев назад

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