Oh boy, a mine field thread!

I just can't wait to drive through with a tank!

It's great that our original poster enjoyed their trip

I am a very generous tipper. First, I will tip the custodian at the station $10 if I see them and the restrooms are clean. When we board the train, if I am traveling with my wife, I will ask for ice and extra pillows and give a $20 bill when the attendant delivers them. I will tip when any other extra services are performed, but typically make my own beds. I give a $50 tip when I alight, especially if the common areas are well-kept, even if I am traveling alone and do not receive any service at all.

(On the last day of a train's journey, the attendant will change the sheets in all the beds, and this is a good opportunity to give a tip instead of expressing any displeasure about being temporarily displaced from one's room).

I recently did a one-night trip in coach, and tipped the attendant $20.

In the dining car, I give $3 for breakfast, $5 for lunch, and $10 for dinner. In the cafe, I always leave a couple bucks.

I have not traveled in First Class on Acela since 2006, but I gave the attendant $20 when my wife and I rode Boston to Washington.