The Travels with Kev Podcast: Recent Episodes
Kevin Monteith
The Travels with Kev podcast compliments travelswithkev.com and is here for new travelers or those who may have traveled before but have gaps in their knowledge base. This podcast will cover Amtrak and other surface travel and air travel, plus the skills needed to start your journey as a traveler. Come along with me no matter where you are, and let's get out there! If I can travel, you can too! Safe Travels! Kev.
Welcome to “Travels with Kev,” the podcast where we uncover the joys of travel, with a particular focus on train journeys. In this episode, Kev explores the magic of autumn aboard Amtrak’s Fall Color trains. From the vibrant foliage of the Northeast to the stunning landscapes of the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest, Kev takes you on a journey through some of the best routes to experience fall’s splendor from the comfort of your train seat.
Tune in to discover which trains offer the most picturesque views, hear about Kev’s favorite scenic routes, and get tips for making the most of your autumn rail adventure. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or just looking for a unique way to enjoy the season, this episode is packed with inspiration and insights.
Don’t forget to check out the corresponding webpage for more details: Amtrak Fall Color Trains.
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This podcast covers the possibility of Greyhound moving to Chicago Union Station. For more details, you can read the full articles on Trains.com and Chicago Sun-Times.
The Carl Sandburg returns from Amtrak.
Gulf Coast Rail service restoration source:Trains News Wire
SunRail has a new stop; visit Trains.com and SunRail for more details.
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Closing music by Oleksii Holubiev from Pixabay
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This Travels with Kev news podcast covers the DOJ suing NS for priority dispatching. Sources: Trains.com and the Rail Passengers Association newsletter
Amtrak changes how they display coach fares on their website and app.
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The Travels with Kev podcast is coming back! This podcast is a teaser to get me back into the routine. Learn how this podcast will change in the future.
Learn how to support Travels with Kev to help keep the podcast and website running. You can also catch Mackenzie's first podcast for free on Patreon!
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Kev
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This podcast compliments my Capitol Limited blog post.
This page covers the basics and a little more, including where you can buy tickets if you have to print tickets, meals and food on the train, boarding instructions, and more.
If you want to help support Travels with Kev, there are a few ways to do that, including Patreon and Buy Me A Coffee.
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In this podcast, I chat about what happened to the TWK podcast, how I started traveling on Amtrak, and briefly how it led to Travels With Kev.
If you are interested in getting travel tips and keeping up with me, join my email list. And if you want extra TWK, such as photos from my trips, early podcast releases, and more, join me on Patreon. Other options are available for supporting TWK.
Happy Planning & Safe Travels!
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This podcast complements my article on the 21 most asked questions I received about Amtrak sleeping accommodations. Below are links to help you learn more about specific Amtrak accommodations.
Links from today's show!
- Amtrak Acela
- Pets on Amtrak
- Amtrak Lounges
- Tipping on Amtrak
- Contacting Amtrak about excellent service
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- Do you want to work with me?
- Questions or comments
- Patreon
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This podcast complements my article on the 21 most asked questions I received about Amtrak sleeping accommodations. Below are links to help you learn more about specific Amtrak accommodations.
Links from today's show!
- Overview of sleeping accommodations
- Viewliner Roomettes
- Superliner Roomettes
- Amtrak Bedrooms
- Tipping on Amtrak
- Contacting Amtrak about excellent service
- Join my email list
- Do you want to work with me?
- Questions or comments
- Patreon
Safe Travel,
Kev
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This podcast will update you on what is going on with TWK, great news for my family, and what you can expect coming up!
Links from today's show!
- Join my email list
- Do you want to work with me?
- Questions or comments
- My upcoming trip
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Kev
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Amtrak Coach Class can be a comfortable and affordable way to travel around the USA. Find out if coach class suits you; this podcast goes along with my blog post about Amtrak Coach Class.
- Overview of Amtrak stations
- Where you can check the status of your train
- Entertainment for train rides
- Amtrak's baggage policy
- Overview of Amtrak's food.
Want to contact me? If so, you can ask a question or leave a comment here, and if you found value in this show, visit here to see how you can help.
Safe Travel,
Kev
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This podcast talks about the trip I am planning for August 2022! The journey is an Amtrak mostly adventure; listen to find out more!
Here is some info I talked about
- Amtrak's Hiawatha
- Sturtevant Station
- Milwaukee Intermodal
- Cardinal
- Lake Shore Limited
- Amtrak lounges
- Flex Dining
- Amtrak Cafe Cars
Want to contact me? If so, you can ask a question or leave a comment here, and if you found value in this show, visit here to see how you can help.
Safe Travel,
Kev
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Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited is a relaxing way to travel from the Midwest to the Eastcoast. This podcast does go along with the Travels with Kev blog post on Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited.
- Entertainment for train rides
- Amtrak Wi-fi
- Amtrak's baggage policy
- Overview of Amtrak's food.
- Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited route guide
Want to contact me? If so, you can ask a question or leave a comment here, and if you found value in this show, visit here to see how you can help.
Safe Travel,
Kev
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Amtrak's California Zephyr is one of the most amazing train rides within the Amtrak system. Each day presents itself with a different style of scenery. This podcast does go along with the Travels with Kev blog post on Amtrak's California Zephyr.
- Amtrak's California Zephyr's Schedule
- Entertainment for train rides
- Amtrak's baggage policy
- Overview of Amtrak's food.
- The Califonria Zepyr route guide
Want to contact me? If so, you can ask a question or leave a comment here, and if you found value in this show, visit here to see how you can help.
Safe Travel,
Kev
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Listening to this podcast would be worth your time if you start traveling on Amtrak. Each Amtrak adventure begins and ends with a visit to a station, and there is more than one type of station on the Amtrak system.
- Amtrak station overview
- Unstaffed stations
- Platform stations
- Flag stops
- More on Amtrak travel
- Amtrak's baggage policy
Are they working on an Amtrak trip? Then, this page about schedules and route guides could help you out!
Want to contact me? If so, you can ask a question or leave a comment here, and if you found value in this show, visit here.
Safe Travel,
Kev
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Amtrak is starting to return many of its long-distance trains to daily trains and most of the regional trains. This podcast covers what you need to know and gives you a little perspective on Amtrak versus the rest of the transportation industry. Here is the article that goes with this podcast.
Are they working on an Amtrak trip? Then, this page about schedules and route guides could help you out!
Want to contact me? If so, you can ask a question or leave a comment here, and if you found value in this show, visit here.
Safe Travel,
Kev
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I based this podcast on my blog post on Entertainment on Amtrak.
If you want to track your train, this page is excellent.
If you are looking for card game ideas and rules, check out this page.
Want to contact me? If so, you can ask a question or leave a comment here, and if you found value in this show, visit here.
Safe Travel,
Kev
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Are you begging traveler or looking to up your travel game? This podcast can help you out! This podcast gives you several great tips to help you out.
Check out the blog post on Quick Travels Tips. I also talked about my article about Entertainment on Amtrak, and that topic is also a podcast.
Other podcasts that I talked about:
- Betty in the Sky
- Extra Pack of Peanuts
If you are wondering what you can and cannot bring on a plane, check out the TSA's rules.
If you found value in this podcast, please visit this page, and if you have questions or a travel tip, reach out to me here.
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Are you looking at booking an Amtrak trip and coming across trains with multiple route numbers? This podcast covers what that means, what to book, and more.
Check out the blogpost on Amtrak Trains With Multiple Route Numbers for more information.
If you found value in this podcast, please visit this page, and if you have questions or comments, reach out to me here.
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Tipping, while not necessary, is a great way to thank an Amtrak employee who made your trip better.
If you want more tipping on Amtrak, check out this article that compliments this podcast.
Do you want to tell Amtrak you had excellent service? Click this link to let them know.
If you found value from this podcast, please visit this page, and if you have questions or comments, reach out to me here.
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If you plan a trip on an Amtrak train, either regional or long-distance train, you may want to check out this podcast.
This podcast covers the basics of the cafe car, and if you want more information on them or want to see menus, check out the complimentary article. The article does include links to cafe car menus.
Check out this page if these podcasts give you value or want to hear the podcast early!
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This podcast covers the basics of Amtrak's Cardinal, and it has a corresponding blog post.
- For more information on these topics
- What you need to know about the Cardinal
- This page includes schedules and route guides
- Amtrak Cafe Car
- Amtrak Flex Dining
- Amtrak Wifi
- How to create a travel playlist
- What you need to know about the Cardinal
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If you are new to travel, you need to master is purchasing tickets. This podcast will give you a heads-up about buying tickets by giving you an overview of the process.
You can learn from my experience and my tips to make reservations.
The podcast is an overview for most transportation carriers, but I give you either Amtrak or flying points when needed.
If you found value in this information, check out this page so others can benefit too.
For more travel info on travel and Kev, visit my website.
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This podcast is a teaser episode to give you an idea of what to expect from the Travels with Kev Podcast! Future episodes will cover various topics for new or intermediate travelers, including traveling on Amtrak trains, surface travel, and flying.
The podcast is a complement to the Travels with Kev website.
If you would like to help grow this podcast, please visit me here.
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