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Don't give up on that vacation

There are still many ways to enjoy your yearly vacation. We all work 48 t0 50 weeks each year knowing we have 2, 3 or 4 weeks vacation coming. Knowing we have a handful of time to do what we dreamed of all year long.

It is just not right to have those weeks and dreams stomped on and erased without a second thought. Why must we suffer and cancel because of situations beyond our control. No reason for that, look at the alternatives.

Thats right, there are alternatives to high gas prices. Have you ever thought about taking a ride on a train? Hey, a hundred years ago it was the most popular, convenient and economical means of transportation.

And don't forget, you can pick up all your travel needs at our Travel Shop.

Think about it, Jessie James rode a train. (of course, he also robbed a few) Billy the Kid was known to ride a train as was Doc. Holliday and Wyat Earp. (they may have been running from someone or chasing someone, but they rode) You are in interesting company on a train.

Today Amtrak California has a lot of travel packages to offer. One can travel the coast lands or venture through the mountain regions for adventure and excitement with stops in any of the cities in the state. Arrange your Amtrak trip to match your own schedule with stops where you want.

There are bus and rental car connections available to make the trip complete. And of course, you can still find gas prices in every town you stop at by use of our gas finder.

The train doesn't just run through California, Amtrak in Oregon can also provide some scenic travel and a wonderful vacation. Leave the gas for the other guy to pay for and you take the Amtrak. All the conveniences are there for your comfort.

Amtrak also covers the rest of the states. Your vacation travels with Amtrak can take you anywhere you want to go at anytime you want it to.

You can find many travel ideas and plans through the Northwest Travel Magazine. Filled with ideas that just won't quit. Be sure to click on the vacation guide. It is a very interesting and interactive site.

There is also the possibility of touring the entire western states direct to your own destination in the comfort of the old grey dog, GREYHOUND. The Greyhound Bus Lines can cover your travel needs with speed, comfort and accuracy. Many a vacation trip has been successful by Greyhound Bus. Give it some thought. Check it out.

The travel possibilities are endless. Don't let high cost gas put a stop to your plans.

Remember, If life gives you Lemons, Make Lemonade..... and look for someone with VODKA.

Seeing the west coast or the mountains from a train is a vacation to remember.