I upgraded to first class on Amtrak. Here are 12 things that surprised me about the $273 trip.

Amtrak's first-class car on the Acela train surprised me with a limited food menu, stiff seats, and a high price, but I appreciated the lounge access.

I gave Amtrak first class another shot on a new train fleet. It was better in every way — but still not worth the price.

I booked first-class tickets on Amtrak Acela trains three years apart. Neither was worth the price, but my experience on the NextGen fleet was better.
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Amtrak's First Class on the Acela Line Just Got a Big Upgrade—What to Know

"These elevated touches will add to the experience on board and improve expectations for what to expect on Amtrak and Acela First Class," Amtrak said in a statement, adding "they reflect a larger ...
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Amtrak Enhances Acela First Class With Elevated Dining and Service Upgrades

Amtrak is raising the bar for travelers on its Acela service by rolling out a series of upgrades designed to enhance its First Class experience. Starting last month, passengers in First Class have ...
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I booked a first-class ride on the Amtrak Acela train. It wasn't worth the $450 price tag.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. I spent $450 to ride in first class from Washington, DC, to NYC on the Amtrak NextGen Acela train. The Amtrak NextGen Acela is the ...
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Why you should think twice before traveling Amtrak first class

I rode Amtrak’s Acela First Class all the way from Washington D.C. to Boston — a journey of nearly 7 hours. With large solo ...
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I traveled first class on Amtrak for the first time. The most luxurious perk wasn't even on the train.

The Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge came with many perks including free snacks and comfy seating. I also enjoyed a complimentary meal and personalized service from a first-class attendant. I've never flown ...
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Amtrak Launches Elevated First-Class Dining on Acela

Amtrak has reimagined its dining experience for premium travel on the Northeast Corridor. A range of new offerings on Acela trains includes small plate concepts along with warm breakfast pastries and ...
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Amtrak is turning heads with its bold new approach to first class dining on the Acela

Amtrak is pushing to make rail travel feel more like premium hospitality, and its latest move proves it. Just months after refreshing its onboard offerings on the Northeast Regional, the company has ...

I paid $180 to sit in business class on a 9-hour Amtrak ride from Rochester to NYC. Next time, I'll stick to coach.

I rode business class and coach on an Amtrak train between New York City and Rochester. The perks in business class weren't ...
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Amtrak Coach vs Business Class: Is the Upgrade Worth it?

What is the difference between business vs. coach on Amtrak? The benefits and cost-effectiveness of the two fare classes can be confusing to sort out. In general, riding Amtrak can feel less stressful ...
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Amtrak Announces Bold New Approach To First Class Dining On The Acela

Amtrak is pushing to make rail travel feel more like premium hospitality, and its latest move proves it. Just months after refreshing its onboard offerings on the Northeast Regional, the company has ...