The California Zephyr takes you from downtown Chicago to the outskirts of San Francisco over 53 hours. Here's what a first-class ticket will get you.

I compared the roomette and bedroom accommodations on the California Zephyr, an overnight Amtrak train. The bedroom was twice ...

Luxury rail journeys have made a major comeback in recent years. Trains inspired by the original Orient Express promise ...

If one of your 2017 resolutions is to see all of the beauty and history that America has to offer on a dime, then you're going to love this supremely affordable travel idea. Thanks to a brilliant ...

If you're looking to take a step back in time with stunning scenery and a relaxing rail ride, check out this Amtrak favorite.

From the St. Louis Union Station Hotel to the Crawford Hotel in Denver, these 8 U.S. hotels are located in former train stations.

Hyde Park residents and advocates fear an Army Corps erosion plan to protect the lakefront could harm the rare natural refuge in Hyde Park.

Last winter around this time of year, I set out to see how much skiing I could do in Colorado traveling solely by train, with maybe a short van ride or two sprinkled in. Spoiler alert: not very much.

Two 'Chicago P.D.' stars recently adopted a dog together ...

Wildlife Prairie Park is launching the 2026 Prairie Zephyr train season on March 28-29 with free rides, coinciding with the volunteer fair and 13th annual Spring Bash disc golf championship.

Around the area this weekend, Trixie Mattel and Katya Zamolodchikova of “The Bald and the Beautiful” in a live show, Cardi B at the United Center and a lantern festival at Brookfield Zoo Chicago.

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