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The Borealis Gets A Schedule Update

On Monday, March 3, 2025, the Borealis implemented a revised schedule, adding a 12-minute buffer time in the westbound direction and 7 minutes in the eastbound direction.

While Amtrak has not provided an official reason, I would guess that the update improves the train’s movement in and out of Chicago. The train shares tracks with Metra between Union Station and Rondout. Having traveled through this busy corridor on the Hiawatha, I’ve often experienced delays due to Metra traffic.

This change could also coordinate with CPKC (Canadian Pacific Kansas City) to alleviate congestion or assist all three railroads in maintaining a better operations schedule.

​Take a look at the Borealis schedule!​

Take a trip on the Alaska Railroad Aurora Winter Train: A Scenic Alaskan Escape.

Are you looking for a winter adventure? Want to take me with?

The Aurora Winter Train journeys through Alaska’s snow-covered landscapes between Anchorage and Fairbanks, providing stunning views of the Alaska Range, frozen rivers, and even Denali on clear days. Weekday departures in March provide you with more opportunities to explore.

Onboard Comfort & Views​
Unwind in Adventure Class seating and enjoy the views through spacious picture windows. Savor a hot meal or drink in the dining car, and look out for moose, bald eagles, and other wildlife along the journey.

A Perfect Winter Weekend in Talkeetna​
Take the Aurora Winter Train from Anchorage to Talkeetna on Saturday morning for a quick getaway. Spend the day snowshoeing, enjoying a sled dog tour, or even going flightseeing. On Sunday, savor a relaxing morning before boarding the train for a scenic ride back to Anchorage.

Are you ready for a winter getaway? Reserve your Aurora Winter Train experience today!

Amtrak & Daylight Saving Time: What You Need to Know

Reminder: Daylight Saving Time starts this Sunday! ⏰

If you're traveling on Amtrak overnight, you might wonder how the time change affects your trip. This post explains what happens when clocks spring forward or fall back, so you’re prepared.

Spoiler: The trains keep rolling, but schedules adjust! 🚆

​Read more here!​

What has Kev been up to?

On Monday, I decided to take a trip to Chicago to enjoy a train ride—because honestly, isn’t that a great reason? I hopped on the Metra District Milwaukee North Central Line from Fox Lake, a route I’ve taken many times before, though it had been a while.

Sometimes, the best trips are the spontaneous ones. Once second-guessing kicks in, you’re either already committed or too far along to turn back. While Metra isn’t the most luxurious railroad, it’s a solid commuter line that scratches that train travel itch. Plus, that railroad offers an affordable way to get some rail time and break out of the house.

I wanted to address the occasional typos in these newsletters. TWK is a one-person show, and I use a few programs to assist with editing. However, they sometimes seem to have a mind of their own—occasionally doing more harm than good. I try to catch any mistakes during my final scan, but sometimes something slips through or doesn’t save correctly. Technology is great—when it works for you! So, I apologize for that. I hope you understand.

On another note, I recently sent postcards to my Patreon members. If you’d like to support TWK, this is a great way to do it!

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Thanks for reading this newsletter and for contacting me! I also want to thank those who support my work, ensuring it will be available when you and others need it.

To help keep this going, visit my support page or use the green button at the bottom of the newsletter.

Together, we’re inspiring more people to explore the world—one train trip at a time! 🚆✨

Until Next Week…

Happy planning and safe travels,
Kev Monteith