Travelling across America is an experience that many people want to do at least once in their lives. The question that most consider though is how to go about seeing and experiencing as much of the country as possible, especially when they are limited for time or need to keep to a sensible budget.

By: Charles Self

As Amtrak’s Chicago train station, Chicago Union Station is an exciting place to begin or end a train trip. But if you plan to tour Chicago while you are in town, you have numerous hotel options. These lodging alternatives have their advantages and disadvantages depended on what it important to you.

Here are five ways to save money and have fun while staying near Chicago Union Station:

By: Wadzanai Nenzou

Do you need to plan a family vacation, but are uncertain where to start? Family vacations provide an excellent chance to enjoy some quality time with your loved ones. The key is to choose the right type of vacation for your particular needs. Here are some ideas to make your family getaways as special as possible:

By Allen Hiles

Recently more people have chosen to either fly or drive to their desired destination for family holiday traveling. However, if your schedule permits, traveling by train could be the perfect alternative for your family’s needs. Let’s take a look at some of the perks of traveling by train, whether you and your family are traveling for one of the major holidays or simply a quick getaway.

By: Zachary Scott

Plan your trip well and make the most of a journey that will take a minimum of 7 - 10 days or more depending on your stopovers in various cities and locations. It is very likely you will travel at least 5,500 kilometres, covering 5 different time zones.