I rode Amtrak's new Cascades Airo train. For all its high-tech upgrades, I'm surprised it lacked one rider must-have.
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Amtrak's new Airo train is a modern upgrade from its other passenger trains. But it lacked one key traveling element I expected to see.
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I rode the new Amtrak Cascades Airo train. For all its new technology, I'm surprised it didn't have this traveler must-have.Hoffman/Business InsiderAmtrak rolled out its newest fleet of trains in late September, called Airo.The new fleet launched in the Pacific Northwest, and 83 trainsets will roll out nationwide.I rode Airo in coach and loved the cleanliness and new luxuries, but it missed one rider must-have.I've been a regular Amtrak passenger for about four years now, and often ride in the Pacific Northwest where the tracks run past green pastures, blue rivers, and no shortage of trees.But as much as I love the scenery, the old Amtrak trains that travel it have always left me wanting more.So when Amtrak announced it would release a new line of trainsets in late September, I booked a ticket immediately to experience the high-end difference it promises.The new fleet, called Airo, is replacing Amtrak's existing Cascades trains. Amtrak plans to roll out 83 Airo trainsets nationwide,…
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