Train Travel

We look at travel on Amtrak, particularly the Coast Starlight route, as part of our vacation, not solely a means to getting to our destination (letter, Jan. 24). The longer it takes, the better! The scenery is superb, the food is terrific, and the service is great. There is such a feeling of leisure--you can walk around, talk with fellow passengers at meals, read and look out the window at mountains, ocean and small towns. You see places you could never see by car or plane. So if you’re in a hurry, take a plane, but if you want to relax, take the train.

FRED and MARY PURUCKER

Malibu