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Maybe this is the time for you to look into an Amtrak vacation, especially if it is not something you’ve done before. The national train network makes it possible to get around from most major cities. Getting there can be half the fun on some of the more scenic routes.

San Diego is one of the best-loved vacation targets in the country It is easy to take a train to the historic station and then use public transit for getting around locally. Compared to other parts of Southern California, San Diego is actually relatively close together. In fact, a lot of the attractions can be enjoyed by walking.

There is no shortage of fun places of interest in San Diego. Visiting all of the beaches, museums, historical attractions and other amusements could truly take weeks. So it is safe to assume that you can engage yourself in a week of both relaxation and activity in this harbor city. The weather in the summer is particularly appealing, with a moderate sea breeze cooling things off.

Perhaps you’re thinking about setting up an even more ambitious train travel event, in which case you can take the train up the coast. AmTrak runs from the downtown San Diego station to downtown Los Angeles Union Station with a few stops in between. This would make it possible to spend an easy week or two in Southern California without your car.

Don’t forget that a trip by train can add several days on to the total schedule compared to flying, but if you have the right mindset the traveling can be part of the overall enjoyment of the trip.