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[QUOTE]Originally posted by sbalax: [QB] I believe that it whatever mode of transportation you choose there are going to be negatives and positives. What really helps improve the experience and minimizes the downside is being prepared. I'm always amazed by the number of people who arrive at the airport, train station or cruise terminal totally clueless. On my last trip through Nashville (BNA -- An interesting three letter code to research!) I noticed that they now have three lines for security. One is for "Handicapped and Families". The next is for "Air Travel Novices" and the third is for "Experienced Travelers". I don't know if this was done by the airport or by TSA but it really helps with the flow. I got in the "Experienced" line because I know about removing my shoes, emptying my pockets, taking my coat off, etc. Even with the stop for the routine check of my hip replacement I was on the other side of security in the "Reassembly Area" in under five minutes. For cruise travel we always check in on line, have our documents ready and are usually onboard in ten to fifteen minutes. (The lone exception was when we sailed from Ensenada and had to wait on a bus for almost an hour because the hotel where the check-in was being done didn't have the capacity to handle the crowd.) For train travel I always pick up my ticket(s) in advance (would that they could be printed online) and, for short trips, take my own water and snacks. For longer trips (I'll be doing one more to burn my AGR points) I follow the excellent advice I've found here not forgetting the duct tape! I also expect delays and hope for at least some level of professionalism from the crew. Just my two cent's worth on a gorgeous, sunny 4th in SBA. Frank [/QB][/QUOTE]
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