I spent 53 hours on Amtrak's longest train. These were the 6 best and 4 worst parts of the journey.

I took the 53-hour California Zephyr, Amtrak's longest train, from Chicago to California. The views and bedroom booking were some of the best parts.
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I spent 53 hours in a 50-square-foot Amtrak bedroom with a full bathroom. I'd gladly pay $2,200 for it again.

I traveled comfortably on Amtrak's California Zephyr in a private bedroom for $2,200. It was worth the splurge for the ...