I took the Coast Starlight (with a room) Seattle to Los Angeles and back a few weeks ago. Quite enjoyable even if the crew made as if it is/was like flying UA. Superliner carriages in the west are said to be better than Viewliners in the east.
Originally Posted by
Mary2e
We have 2 little dogs and thought it might be easier to take them on the train before we put them on a plane to Hawaii. But we may simply fly and take a couple of days before flying again.
Unfortunately pets are only allowed on trips of up to 7-8 hours (not for the train but your trip).