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I know what you’re thinking… The thought of an overnight train can be daunting – cramped quarters, strangers hotels in key west florida a little too close for comfort, leg cramps, bad food… Overnight trains have a bad reputation but I am here to set the record straight! This form of transportation allows you to save on costly hotels in key west florida flights, a night or two in a hotel or hostel and the journey can be an experience in itself.
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It is important that you understand your rail product before you get on the train – different tickets have different overnight train rules. Do not be alarmed if the conductor collects your passport at the beginning of the trip. This is normal and your passport will be safely returned to you the next morning.
No matter hotels in key west florida how you choose to travel via overnight train, you are bound to see extraordinary scenery and will hopefully be able to simply relax and take it all in. Choose what you think is right for you and as long as you are prepared and follow our suggestions, you will have an enjoyable hotels in key west florida overnight journey.
Taking the train from one destination to the next is a unique hotels in key west florida and special way to travel. It can be peaceful, hotels in key west florida relaxing and the scenery never ends. It is important to get into the right mindset before embarking on a train ride. Prepare hotels in key west florida yourself mentally for the journey ahead and use these tips to help get organized.
Packing correctly can make all the difference for a long train ride. Bring an eye mask and set of ear plugs so you have the option to snooze even in the middle of the day. Bring snacks! Food is usually available hotels in key west florida for purchase on board, but bring some of your favorite snacks just in case you can’t find much you like. Bring books, music, crossword puzzles or whatever hotels in key west florida else you can think of to entertain hotels in key west florida yourself for those potentially boring hours. Pack an extra day’s set of clothing and some basic toiletries so you can freshen up on board before hotels in key west florida you reach your destination. Keep all valuables in a smaller bag that you will keep with you at all times. There is no checked hotels in key west florida baggage on trains so you won’t want to leave anything important in your luggage that could be sitting at the other end of the car unattended for hours.
Passing the time on a long train ride can be relaxing, productive or lots of fun! You can take a midday nap without feeling guilty. Read a book you have been carrying around for your whole trip but haven’t had a chance to start yet. You can whip out your laptop and organize your calendar, draft emails or blog posts or edit photos. You can take the time to plan the next leg of your journey using a guidebook. You can meet lots of interesting people and even get drinks on board! There is no lack of things to do while traveling by train so it is important to slow down, appreciate the time spend you spend on board and try and make the best of it.
Hopefully these tips and tricks have helped ease the pre-travel jitters and you feel prepared and excited for the journey ahead! You are about to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that you will never forget. Now just sit back, relax and enjoy the scenery!
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