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Replying to @gertie083 What was it like to take a solo trip on an overnight train across the US? And would I recommend it to other solo travelers? Let’s talk about it!! 🛤️🏜️ On this episode of the Solo Travel Diaries, I’m sharing what it was like to sleep, dine, and travel alone on the 52-hour long California Zephyr train - including how safe I felt, how I entertained myself, and what kind of solo traveler this trip might be best for! Check out my Amtrak travel vlog + FAQ video for more details! 🎫: $815 total for my train ticket and private roomette cabin, which includes 3 meals a day served in the dining car! 📅: Travel dates - Aug. 10-12 🗺️: I did the California Zephyr Eastbound route from Emeryville → Chicago. I started by flying to San Francisco and riding the train to Chicago. After, I transferred to the Amtrak from Chicago → Ann Arbor to get home. (56 hours total!!) Would you do this solo trip?! #californiazephyr #traintravel #amtraktravel #trainlife #traintravel | amtrak california zephyr solo trip on a sleeper train