travelling from chicago to san fran on the zephyr was the best way to travel across the US. the train staff were amazing, and way cheaper than flying. the scenery was amazing.
I grew up riding trains in Ukraine, ever since moving to the US I've always wanted to try trains but was put off by the fact that the trains here were 'coach' - not until I found out that there are sleeping cars, I got excited all over again. And the Zephyr is one train that is on my "to ride" list
Beats being anal searched in a airport terminal, to get on a cramped plane next to big cookie though.... Especially with prices for train cheaper for plane. And Train being more fuel efficient.