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Benefits of Traveling by Train
There are several good means of moving from place to place and they
all have their advantages and disadvantages. Train travel is one of the
most ancient and most traditional. This article covers some of the major
benefits of traveling by train.
It's very comfortable. We all know the amount of cabin space trains
have. This space provides a lot of comfort for passengers who wish to
stretch themselves while in transit. Some trains have sleeper cabins,
restaurants, lots of room cabin as well as other useful cabins. The seats
are more spacious and comfortable than the ones on other transporta-
tions. You are less likely to feel turbulence in a train, neither will you feel
sick or cramps as experienced in airplanes, ships and cars respectively.
It's very safe. Trains are safer now than they were in the past.
Technological advancements played an important role in this. We can
now be assured that trains no longer clash with other trains while in tran-
sit neither do they pull off the rail. They are also guarded by security
agents which gives a more personal touch to your safety.
It's environmentally friendly. Yes! Traveling by train means you won't
be releasing carbon into the atmosphere and if you're an ecologically
conscious person you'd agree that there is nothing better than this. Train
travel is known to impact the environment positively. Also, you will never
be caught in a traffic jam while you are traveling by train.
Train prices are fair. This one is quite obvious. Train tickets are way less expensive than airline tickets or even cabs.
Considering the fact that you won't even stop for gas or face any form of road traffic or delay. With trains, you just have to make
a one-time ticket payment and that's it, you just sit down (or stand if you please) and enjoy the journey.
It’s a fun way to travel (Lots of sightseeing). When you're traveling to and from a city, trains usually stop at several main
landmarks on their way. You can easily alight when you find a place of interest as a tourist. So long as you've paid your ticket
fare, this is only achievable with trains. Spontaneous travelers can benefit greatly from this.
Lots of things to do with your pass-time. While on a train, there are lots of opportunities to make friends and mingle with
people. You get to interact with other travelers from different cultures as you relax and enjoy the ride. Of course, this is due to
the fact that you're not restricted to one place unlike in a plane or in a car. You can also do the normal passing time rituals of
reading a magazine, listening to music, seeing a movie or even taking a nap. When it comes to trains, the choice is yours.
It’s very family friendly. If you have a large family or extended family then train travel is definitely the best way to get around
together as one. You can easily care for and watch your children while still having the freedom to move around and be able to
reach everyone easily.
Without a doubt, there are lots of great benefits when it comes to train travel. Do not hesitate to buy a ticket and
experience the charms of traveling by train.
Article by Marie Leon/Article Biz
Train Trips
1. Research your rail passes.
2. Buy your tickets in advance, call for info.
3. Sleep on it: coach, roomettes & bedrooms.
4. Book time up on the Dome car if available.
5. Cocktails? Check the hours its available.
6. Eat alone or share a table.
6. When boarding have your bags checked.
11. Use the lounges
12. Depending on the train and where you are,
you can sometimes stand inbetween cars and take
great pictures. Enjoy...train travel is a great way
to see the countryside you normally cannot see!!