Nobody understands the magic of Amtrak's California Zephyr train quite like Brad Swartzwelter, better known to passengers as Conductor Brad. During Swartzwelter's 30-year career as a conductor, he ...

Consider going on a snowy train ride across the US or Europe this winter. Many operators provide discounts for children. Amtrak's California Zephyr and the Glacier Express in Europe are among BI's ...

You can take Amtrak’s Zephyr train from San Francisco to Chicago, which passes through the heart of the Rockies and the snow-capped Sierra Nevadas in just two days. L.A. Times audience engagement ...

Scenic route takes Amtrak train from Bay Area to Reno The journey east on Amtrak’s California Zephyr train is as good as the destination. Riding the rails from the San Francisco Bay area to Reno, Nev.

EMERYVILLE, Calif. — The journey east on Amtrak’s California Zephyr train is as good as the destination. Riding the rails from the San Francisco Bay area to Reno, Nev., offers beautiful views and a ...

All aboard! Look no further if you’re seeking a winter adventure to take you across America’s best backcountry winter wonderlands. Here are four enchanting rail lines to take this winter, whether ...

Once chilly conditions set in during the winter months, it's completely relatable to turn to the comfort of your home instead of venturing outdoors. The beauty of freshly fallen snow across wooded ...

Winter landscapes can be truly gorgeous, especially when snow is cascading down and the icy ground shimmers in the light. But let’s be honest, it’s a lot easier to enjoy these scenic landscapes when ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Tickets for the Amtrak Winter Park Express “ski train” from Denver’s Union Station to the Winter Park base area, which begins service Jan. 13, are now on ...