"One of the main private rail operators serving the route, offering stylish, cozy train options with different classes and configurations, including trains with open‑air balconies and panoramic observatory cars. These services are convenient and scenic, but seats and specialty cars can sell out quickly, so advance booking is advised." - Amanda Ogle Amanda Ogle Amanda Ogle is a writer and editor who specializes in travel, food and drink, sustainability, and general lifestyle topics. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, National Geographic, Condé Nast Traveler, Texas Highways, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines