How to travel by train
It made me 
"There were several major problems, but I think it was a good experience. "
How I did it: I went back to Indiana (where I used to live. I now live in california) for a friend's wedding, and took the train home. I bought the tickets online and all. It was MUCH different from flying. I got quite bored and sleeping was difficult. They also lost my suitcase at one point, but I got it back later. It was worth it, though, because going through the mountains on the train was great.
Lessons & tips: Be careful with your bags, bring a neck pillow, and watch out for the food. Also, do your best to get the seat with the power outlet. You'll be going through areas with no cell phone signal, and that drains a phone battery really quickly.
Resources: The amtrak route maps were good.
