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The Acela Guide

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Brazile is an avid Amtrak rider.
News & Politics

Acela Supercommuters Dish About Their Points and Perks

We talked to some of the train's most dedicated patrons.
Acela, Amtrak, Andrea Mitchell, Chris Coons
May 9, 2018
Photo-illustration by Andrew Archer.
News & Politics  |  Travel

Four Stations That Offer a Better Premium-Rider Experience Than DC

We have aging leather chairs and free drip coffee. Guess which station offers wine and cheese and private showers?
Acela, Amtrak, Chicago, Eurostar
May 9, 2018
A Brief History of Luxury Trains Between DC and NYC
News & Politics

A Brief History of Luxury Trains Between DC and NYC

And also Acela.
Acela, Amtrak, History, The Acela Guide
May 9, 2018
How to Not Get Yelled At in the Acela’s Quiet Car
News & Politics

How to Not Get Yelled At in the Acela’s Quiet Car

The first rule of Quiet Car is don't talk, obviously.
Acela, Al Franken, Alexandra Petri, Amtrak
May 9, 2018
Illustration by Andrew Archer.
News & Politics

The DC Insider’s Guide to the Acela

Acela, Amtrak, The Acela Guide
May 9, 2018
Is the Acela Really a High-Speed Train?
News & Politics

Is the Acela Really a High-Speed Train?

Technically, but not when you compare its 150-mph max with the world's other fast trains.
Acela, Amtrak, AVS 103, Barack Obama
May 9, 2018
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