Jump On Amtrak to San Diego To Enjoy A Leisurely Family Vacation

An Amtrak vacation is something you might consider for your next vacation, particularly if that is something you’ve never tried before.  Many North American destination cities are easily accessible by train.  Getting there can be half the fun on some of the more scenic routes.

Of all the many great vacation destinations accessible by train, San Diego must be near the top of the list.  The train runs right into the middle of town, with easy local public transportation to get you to your hotel and most of the attractions.  San Diego is spread out over a smaller geographical area than other parts of SoCal, notably Los Angeles.  You can even get around to a lot of vacation attractions by walking if you enjoy that.

 

San Diego is really loaded with interesting places to visit.  Visiting all of the beaches, museums, historical attractions and other amusements could truly take weeks.  There certainly would be no problem filling a busy week of vacation in this beach-oriented city.  One of the major features that San Diego offers its guests and residents alike is its wonderful, moderate weather, especially in the summertime.

If you wanted to extend your vacation, it is possible to continue the train travel up to the Los Angeles area, and beyond that up the West Coast.  It is easy to take the train from San Diego all the way to Union Station in downtown Los Angeles, with maybe ten stops in between.  By doing any of the above, it would be reasonable to engage in a one- or two-week vacation without using a car.

Don’t forget that a trip by train can add several days on to the total schedule compared to flying, but if you have the right mindset the traveling can be part of the overall enjoyment of the trip.

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