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Sunday, April 3, 2011

Take the Train - the Auto Train!

Auto Train Provides Stress Free Travel To Florida.

Spring is the time many families begin planning trips to the Orlando area to visit the many theme parks, and other entertainment and shopping complexes. However, with the price of air travel going up and the potential airport security hassle, many families are looking at alternative ways to visit Florida.   Gaining in popularity is Amtrak's nonstop Auto Train service between Lorton, Virginia to Sanford, Florida (about 40 miles from Walt Disney World).  This is ideal for families who want to take their vehicle with them but avoid hours of stressful driving, traffic, plus meals and an overnight motel stay on the way.  In addition to the convenience, the Auto Train may often be a better deal than combination airfare and rental car.   There …

laura

10:55 pm on Friday, April 15, 2011

We took it in 2007 with the kids. It was painful and we'll not do it again. We had a family bedroom and it was cramped. The ride was very loud and bumpy, so don't expect to actually get any sleep and there was NO TV access, which did not please my husband. It is rather costly too.   more ›

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