I took my first long train ride when I was 18, heading upstate from New York City. I can still remember the view of the gold, rust, and deep-red leaves out the window. I grew up in Hawaii, where there ...

For a limited time until Jan. 20, the pass is being sold for $299, down from its regular price of $499. According to Amtrak's website, travelers with the pass receive 10 rides (a.k.a segments) in ...