That is right, the Mashburn family is heading out to visit the big apple.
We will be departing Thursday, June 25th and returning July 4th.
Of course, we again will be using our favorite transport to get us there, Amtrak.
We hope you will enjoy sharing a bit of our journey with us as I will be updating this blog as we travel. If you would like to receive an e-mail whenever a new post is made, put in your e-mail address on the right hand column and press the SEND button.
We are very excited and can’t wait to get started. Here is an overview of our itinerary…
Thursday, June 25th
Leave Amarillo and drive to Lamy, New Mexico
Depart Lamy on Amtrak #4 train, the Southwest Chief
Friday, June 26th
Arrive Chicago
Depart Chicago on Amtrak #48 train, the Lakeshore Limited
Saturday, June 27th
Arrive New York City
Sunday, June 28th through Wednesday, July 1st
Take in the NYC sites
Thursday, July 2nd
Depart New York City on Amtrak #141 Northeast Regional
Arrive Washington DC
Depart Washington DC on Amtrak #29, the Capitol Limited
Friday, July 3rd
Arrive Chicago
Depart Chicago on Amtrak #3, the Southwest Chief
Saturday, July 4th
Arrive Lamy
Drive back to Amarillo
I am going to attempt to add some video clips this year, especially of the train trip since I will have plenty of time on the train to edit them.
Hope you enjoy!
Craig,
Sounds like another great trip. Ya’ll have fun and I’m looking forward to reading your blog as you go.
May God keep you and your family safe as you travel,
Love ya,
Harriett
can’t wait to hear all about it! we’re still thinking of doing a train trip at some point … guess who we’ll be calling for the expert advice 🙂 all you males be extra nice to Vicky!!
Craig,
How cool that your family chooses to travel by rail. I’ve done Amtrak from Memphis-Chicago-Kalamazoo and then San Diego-Simi Valley. Really want to do a cross country trip though.
Glad Ram mentioned this on FB
Bon voyage!! You all have a great trip. I will be following all the way as you go. Love to all!