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Gold Runner Route History

Route History In the very first Gold Runner trains, when the service was launched in March 1974  you had to write a letter to Amtrak’s Marketing Department if you wanted to “leave a review” about your train experience and there was definitely no Wi-Fi.   The original Gold Runner brochure included a logo to market

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Holiday History: Train Edition

Holiday History: Train Edition Whether it’s the old Hollywood movies or the romanticism of taking the scenic route, something about trains brings up nostalgia, especially around the holidays. Think holiday train rides with hot chocolate and visits from Santa. And from going to see elaborate train displays in shop windows to growing up with a

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Gold Runner Holiday Playlist!

Holiday Playlist! There’s nothing to get you in the holiday spirit like your favorite festive tunes! Whether you’re searching for the perfect gift, traveling with Gold Runner, or celebrating at home, we’ve put together a list of old favorites and fresh finds for the perfect backdrop to your holiday season.   Here are our picks

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Amtrak Veterans Day

HONORING OUR VETERANS Each November, America pauses to recognize the courageous men and women whose service and sacrifice have secured our freedom. No state in our union is home to more veterans than California, and every single day, veterans are moving about the Golden State on the Gold Runner. During World War II, some of

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