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Post by mamabeargreen on Oct 25, 2016 8:30:52 GMT -8
Well, I've checked abother item off my bucket list. I traveled the entire length of Skyline and Blue Ridge pkwy. It took longer than anticipated, but the leaves were beautiful. I don't think I'll do it again though. I think I'd rather find a pretty area and hike it rather than drive around all week. It was a good trip though! We took the Auto Train to start at the northern tip of Skyline. I made a blog post about it. I'll write more about the parkway later when I find some time. It's not really a hiking post, but it's about how we got there. mamabeargreen.wordpress.com/2016/10/24/overnight-on-amtrak/ |
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Post by zeke on Oct 25, 2016 8:42:14 GMT -8
"People shouldn't take their squalling, squealing, or smiling kids on trains. It ruins the experience for others."
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Post by mamabeargreen on Oct 25, 2016 8:52:22 GMT -8
"People shouldn't take their squalling, squealing, or smiling kids on trains. It ruins the experience for others." Lol |
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Post by rebeccad on Oct 25, 2016 13:01:37 GMT -8
Zeke be evil.
I'd like to see those east coast fall colors sometime!
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Post by CompassRds on Oct 25, 2016 15:52:34 GMT -8
If you know what you are getting into, Amtrak can be a nice way to see the country. Looks like you and yours enjoyed your first family train foray.
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Post by VAN on Oct 26, 2016 10:16:04 GMT -8
Thanks for the report of the auto train! We're in Central FL also and have considered taking it to visit DC and then driving home. It would just be the hubster and I, our kids are almost 4 and 7 and though it would be cool for them, we could not afford the bigger space!
We are also considering a driving trip along the Blue Ridge but want to wait until the younger one is a more seasoned road trip traveler. We've done the Skyline drive (before kids) and part of the Blue Ridge. I would want to take a whole week.
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Post by mamabeargreen on Oct 26, 2016 20:25:49 GMT -8
I'm glad we did it, but I wouldn't do it again. It took too long and we didn't have enough time to hike much. Next time I'll just pick an area and stick to exploring on foot.
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Post by rwtb123 on Oct 27, 2016 1:38:31 GMT -8
Or,take a page from rpcv and do it on bike(and yes some people do tour with kids,dogs,etc.).As scenic as the parkway is, it does get old fast if you are not out hiking(or cycling,c/c skiing,etc.).
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