Originally Posted by
narvik
I find the train MUCH less stressful, and much more reliable. Came on with two large suitcases, no problem. I did travel Business Class though, which is GREAT and even has a lounge you can use at Hongqiao
-is the train food more edible (or at least better smelling) these days? One thing I miss about the old school trains is the fact that they have actual kitchens that crank out decent grub
-how did it work with the two large suitcases? I've often wondered about the process because I've never traveled on those trains with more than a backpack and small wheelie (so I could self carry even among the massive crowds)