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Journeying in Comfort from Red Wing to Chicago

Leaving Red Wing on the morning train headed east to Chicago.

Mary and Tori waiting for the train just outside the historic Red Wing train station.  A very nice cool breeze off the river made the short wait very pleasant.

Arriving on Track 1, The Empire Builder to Chicago.  The evening train stops in Red Wing westbound for Seattle.

Mary in our private berth.  This is a very comfortable and relaxing way to travel.  It is more expensive and takes longer than air travel, BUT, we have a personal porter, James, who delivers our food and makes sure we are comfortable.

Our morning omelette and coffee. No peanuts on this trip!!

We have our private bathroom and shower.  Also the compartment is large and Tori can relax. 

Following the Mississippi River south to Winona, Minnesota, then to the east.

Above and below:  Views of Chicago skyscrapers from inside Union Station.  The skyscraper was invented in Chicago.