By Amy L. Gouger
Amtrak of U.S. origin is similar to the Canadian Rail Services of today. Several branches of
Canada Railway dip into major cities such as Albany,
New York,
Chicago, and a few other prominent American cities. The Canadian rail service, VIA Rail, also was the first in North America to provide wireless internet access. The Canadian Railroad is reported to be a primary factor in the growth of Canada.
The numbers
Rail Canada sends out 480 trains per week to cover the 8,699.20 miles of track, serving around 4 million passengers a year.
Stations
Hundreds of stations cover Canada. They include Abbotsford in British-Columbia, Brockville in Ontario and Pacific in British-Columbia.
Destinations
Rail Canada covers a sizable portion of the country. From the west coast to the east coast along the Canada/United States border and into the northern providences, the railway trucks along. Some of the lines head south in major U.S. cities.
Baggage
What baggage allowed on the train depends on several factors including type of baggage, type of train, and actual contents. Cameras, pets and oversized outdoor sports equipment are just a few items with restrictions. For example, cameras are considered carry-ons.
Magazine
The Canadian Railway industry possesses a magazine called VIA destinations, covering railway travel, destinations, books, and many other suitable topics.
About the Author:
Amy L. Gouger holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from East Stroudsburg University. Previously a technical agent, she now serves as a ghostwriter and contributor to various online publications.
