I took a first-class train trip on an Amtrak Acela for the ... expensive than a business-class ticket, but I didn't expect it to be more than double the price. The cost of upgrading to first ...

Amtrak's first-class car on the Acela train surprised me with a limited food menu, stiff seats, and a high price, but I appreciated the lounge access.

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