The Travels with Kev Podcast
Embark on an exciting journey with the Travels with Kev podcast, an extension of travelswithkev.com. This podcast covers Amtrak and other train travel and the essential skills you need to kick-start your journey, which is perfect for new travelers and anyone looking to delve deeper into specific topics. Join me in exploring from anywhere! If I can travel, so can you! Safe travels! - Kev
Episodes
In this episode of Travel with Kev, we explore the often-overlooked question of how you lock your Amtrak sleeping car door!
From practical tips to safety considerations, Kev shares expert advice to help you make the most of your journey. Whether you're a seasoned rail traveler or taking your first overnight trip, this episode will leave you feeling informed and confident. Tune in and get ready to travel smarter!
In this episode of the Travel with Kev podcast, Kev will guide listeners through the process of choosing an ideal Amtrak destination. He will highlight the beauty of train travel, from scenic landscapes to the diversity of experiences across different routes. The episode will focus on defining travel goals, researching potential destinations, and considering important factors like timing and accommodations. Kev will also share pers...
Welcome to “Travels with Kev,” the podcast where we uncover the joys of travel, with a particular focus on train journeys. In this episode, Kev explores the magic of autumn aboard Amtrak’s Fall Color trains. From the vibrant foliage of the Northeast to the stunning landscapes of the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest, Kev takes you on a journey through some of the best routes to experience fall’s splendor from the comfort of your tr...
This podcast covers the possibility of Greyhound moving to Chicago Union Station. For more details, you can read the full articles on Trains.com and Chicago Sun-Times.
The Carl Sandburg returns from Amtrak.
Gulf Coast Rail service restoration source: Trains News Wire
SunRail has a new stop; visit Trains.com and SunRail for more details.
Opening music by Fabien Roch from Pixabay
Clos...
This Travels with Kev news podcast covers the DOJ suing NS for priority dispatching. Sources: Trains.com and the Rail Passengers Association newsletter
Amtrak changes how they display coach fares on their website and app.
Join the Travels with Kev Newsletter! I also invite you to join me on Patreon or, if you are inclined, help support my work to keep this podcast and website on track.
The Travels with Kev podcast is coming back! This podcast is a teaser to get me back into the routine. Learn how this podcast will change in the future.
Learn how to support Travels with Kev to help keep the podcast and website running. You can also catch Mackenzie's first podcast for free on Patreon!
The music is from Pixabay!
Thanks for listening!
Kev
Travelswithkev.com
This podcast compliments my Capitol Limited blog post. This podcast and page cover the basics and a little more, including where you can buy tickets if you have to print tickets, meals, food on the train, boarding instructions, and more. In addition, check out the Capitol Limited schedule.
If you want to help support Travels with Kev, there are a few ways to do that, including Patreon and Buy Me A Coffee.
If you ...
This podcast complements my article on the 21 most asked questions I received about Amtrak sleeping accommodations. Below are links to help you learn more about specific Amtrak accommodations.
Links from today's show!
- Amtrak Acela
- Pets on Amtrak
- Amtrak Lounges
- Tipping on Amtrak
- Contacting Amtrak about excellent service
- Join my email list
- Do you want to work with me?
- Questions or comments
- Patreon
Safe Travel,
Kev
This podcast complements my article on the 21 most asked questions I received about Amtrak sleeping accommodations. Below are links to help you learn more about specific Amtrak accommodations.
Links from today's show!
This podcast will update you on what is going on with TWK, great news for my family, and what you can expect coming up!
Links from today's show!
Safe Travel,
Kev
Music is Hungaria by Latche Swing from the Free Music Archives.
Amtrak Coach Class can be a comfortable and affordable way to travel around the USA. Find out if coach class suits you; this podcast goes along with my blog post about Amtrak Coach Class.
- Overview of Amtrak stations
- Where you can check the status of your train
- Entertainment for train rides
- Amtrak's baggage policy
- Overview of Amtrak's food.
Want to contact me? If so, you can ask a question or leave a comment here, and...
This podcast talks about the trip I am planning for August 2022! The journey is an Amtrak mostly adventure; listen to find out more!
Here is some info I talked about
- Amtrak's Hiawatha
- Sturtevant Station
- Milwaukee Intermodal
- Cardinal
- Lake Shore Limited
- Amtrak lounges
- Flex Dining
- Amtrak Cafe Cars
Want to contact me? If so, you can ask a question or leave a comment here, and if you found value in this show, visit...
Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited is a relaxing way to travel from the Midwest to the Eastcoast. This podcast goes along with the Travels with Kev blog post on Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited.
- Entertainment for train rides
- Amtrak Wi-fi
- Amtrak's baggage policy
- Overview of Amtrak's food.
- Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited route guide
Want to contact me? If so, you can ask a question or leave a comment here, and if y...
Amtrak's California Zephyr is one of the most fantastic train rides within the Amtrak system. Each day presents itself with a different style of scenery. This podcast accompanies the Travels with Kev blog post on Amtrak's California Zephyr.
Listening to this podcast would be worth your time if you start traveling on Amtrak. Each Amtrak adventure begins and ends with a visit to a station, and there is more than one type of station on the Amtrak system.
- Amtrak station overview
- Unstaffed stations
- Platform stations
- Flag stops
- More on Amtrak travel
- Amtrak's baggage policy
Are they working on an Amtrak trip? Then, this page about schedules and route guides c...
Amtrak is starting to return many of its long-distance trains to daily trains and most regional trains. This podcast covers what you need to know and gives you a little perspective on Amtrak versus the rest of the transportation industry. Here is the article that goes with this podcast.
Are they working on an Amtrak trip? Then, this page about schedules and route guides could help you out!
Want to contact me? I...
I based this podcast on my blog post on Entertainment on Amtrak.
If you want to track your train, this page is excellent.
If you are looking for card game ideas and rules, check out this page.
Want to contact me? If so, you can ask a question or leave a comment here, and if you found value in this show, visit here.
Safe Travel,
Kev
Music is Hungaria by Latche Swing from the Free Music Arch...
Are you begging traveler or looking to up your travel game? This podcast can help you out! This podcast gives you several great tips to help you out.
Check out the blog post on Quick Travels Tips. I also talked about my article about Entertainment on Amtrak, and that topic is also a podcast.
Other podcasts that I talked about:
Are you looking to book an Amtrak trip and come across trains with multiple route numbers? This podcast covers what that means, what to book, and more.
Check out the Amtrak Trains With Multiple Route Numbers blog post for more information.
If you found value in this podcast, please visit this page, and if you have questions or comments, reach out to me here.
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Tipping, while not necessary, is a great way to thank an Amtrak employee who made your trip better.
If you want more tipping on Amtrak, check out this article that compliments this podcast.
Do you want to tell Amtrak you had excellent service? Click this link to let them know.
If you found value in this podcast, please visit this page, and if you have questions or comments, reach out to me here.
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