These Historic Railcars Take You to Any Amtrak Destination in America—Here's How to Book | Condé Nast Traveler

"Time aboard this 1955-built Union Pacific railcar feels like a mid-century cocktail party on rails, with space for up to 28 passengers and a dramatic upper-deck glass-domed observation area outfitted with swiveling leather armchairs and sofas for 18 people to settle in and take in the views. The main level centers on a spacious bar and lounge where attendants can mix cocktails or pour wine, and an open viewing platform at the rear of the car ensures that you are fully immersed in the passing landscapes instead of just watching them through a small window. Dining takes place in a mahogany-paneled room where up to 12 guests can enjoy full-service gourmet meals as the scenery glides by, with an executive chef crafting seasonal menus that highlight North America’s finest ingredients, from smoked king salmon to Black Angus filet mignon. Because the car does not have sleeping rooms or berths, it is especially well suited to large groups planning lavish sightseeing day trips, but on longer journeys it is often paired with its sister railcar, the glamorous sleeper Evelyn Henry, which adds five bedrooms including a generous queen-bed suite for true overnight comfort." - Jessica Puckett