Downeaster Train

My Grandson 'John' said this was the greatest thing he has ever done. For some reason he absolutely loved the train. We all did, but I think he enjoyed it the most. We were one car away from the "Cafe Car" which had everything everyone wanted. Plus nice big tables to sit at while you eat or you could bring it back to you seat which had tray tables. The train was very comfortable. Large reclining seats, electric outlets if you wanted to plug in a laptop. Nice clean restrooms and they were large, not like the little thing you may remember. The train was very quiet also and the old 'lurch' to start was replaced by a smooth gliding motion. Sound proofed and warm, you did not hear the 'click clack' unless you went through the doors from car to car. On the way down there was a 'Train Host' who gave you maps and answered any questions about the trip you might have. We all enjoyed it very much.

Our trip included the train and the subways of course plus the MIT Museum, Prudential Skywalk Tower, Copley Plaza Hotel, The Cheesecake Factory and some displays in the Boston Common were the major items. I am sorry to report we did not have time to get over to the South Station but we all had fun and it will go down as a great memory!