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Amtrak's loyalty program, Guest Rewards, [126] is similar to the frequent-flyer programs of many airlines. Guest Rewards members accumulate points by riding Amtrak and through other activities, and can redeem these points for free Amtrak tickets and other rewards. [126]
The station has an Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge, which is accessible to Amtrak Guest Rewards Select Plus and Select Executive members, Acela Express first-class passengers, sleeping car passengers on overnight trains, and private railcar owners and lessees when the car is being hauled by Amtrak.
The Amtrak Standard Stations Program was an effort by Amtrak to create a standardized station design. The railroad launched the effort in 1978 to reduce costs, speed construction, and improve its corporate image. These stations became colloquially known as "Amshacks," a portmanteau of "Amtrak" and "shack," due to their small size and shape.
An Amtrak representative told Business Insider that first-class passengers "enjoy priority boarding, premium amenities, complimentary onboard food and beverage services, and privileged access to ...
(The Center Square) – As the Biden administration comes to a close, North Carolina received a $14 million federal grant to improve Amtrak passenger train service in the state. The funds will be ...
30th Street Station in Philadelphia Omaha station in Omaha, Nebraska, designed as part of the Amtrak Standard Stations Program This is a list of train stations and Amtrak Thruway stops used by Amtrak (the National Railroad Passenger Corporation in the United States). This list is in alphabetical order by station or stop name, which mostly corresponds to the city in which it is located. If an ...
Amtrak opened a Metropolitan Lounge at Union Station on September 23, 2013. [22] The lounge is open to Amtrak passengers traveling in sleeping car accommodations as well as some Amtrak Guest Rewards members (Select Plus and Select Executive levels only). [23]
The train crashed while traveling from Seattle to Portland, Oregon, carrying 80 passengers, three crew and two service personnel.