EXPLORE AMERICA BY RAIL ON AMTRAK’S COAST STARLIGHT: The Essential Rail Travel Guide & Route Map to Explore Los Angeles to Seattle: UPDATED & EXPANDED SECOND EDITION (American Rail Guides)

AMTRAK COAST STARLIGHT: USA TRAIN TRAVEL GUIDE BOOK The fully updated and expanded Second Edition of this popular Amtrak travel guidefor enjoying one of America’s most popular scenic routes has been updated withnew and expanded descriptions, more images, and fresh insights into the key places and historical themes along the route. Why Be Bored? Turn your hours aboard one of Amtrak's most spectacular long-distance routes into an unforgettable adventure with this engaging and affordable series of USA train travel guides by seasoned international train traveler Thomas Baker. It's like having a lively, knowledgeable tour guide right beside you explaining the scenery, sharing captivating stories, and making the miles fly by. You will be amazed by the hidden gems and surprises that you would have missed without this expertly crafted USA by rail guidebook. Be Amazed by What's Outside Your Window An explanation of hundreds of captivating points of interest, this thoroughly researched USA Amtrak travel guide brings the West Coast vividly to life. From sun-soaked beaches and vineyard-covered hills to volcanic peaks and misty coastal forests, discover the natural wonders and exciting history that shaped this unique stretch of America. Discover America by Rail As you turn the pages of this USA by rail guide, you'll be transported into vivid stories and engaging anecdotes about station stops, towering mountain ranges, dense forests, alpine valleys, sweeping deserts, vast prairies, historic wagon trains, and resilient small towns, all unfolding along the journey of the Coast Starlight. Along the way, Baker brings to life the tales of Spanish missions, Gold Rush boomtowns, Hollywood legends, wagon train pioneers, Indigenous cultures, railroad visionaries, and offbeat local vibes, from the glamour of Hollywood to the mystique of the Cascades volcanic peaks. He shines a light on inspiring local people and often-overlooked rural towns, sprinkling in humor with quirky local facts and legends to keep you entertained as the miles roll by. The Ultimate Train Journey Companion Whether you're a first-time rail traveler or a seasoned Amtrak fan, this book with route maps turns passive sightseeing into active discovery. Packed with little-known facts, hidden gems, and local legends, it’s like having a personal tour guide with you for the entire Pacific Coast route. Perfect for curious travelers, this rail travel guide shows: Amtrak train route maps What makes each place special Historical events Fun facts and offbeat trivia Notable people from each stop Tips for sightseeing the USA by rail USA train travel vs. Europe by rail Amtrak route maps featuring station stops Don't Miss a Thing! Whether you're onboard "Coast Starlight" or enjoying the ride from your favorite reading chair at home, this detailed Amtrak route guide with maps will transform your trip, or your daydream, into a vivid experience through the heart and history of the American West. ++++++++++ The American Rail Guides are thoroughly researched, USA train travel guides with route maps, focusing on Amtrak's long-distance train routes that traverse some of America's most scenic and spectacular landscapes. View Less