Toronto to Chicago: A High-Speed Dream?
So, you wanna zip from the Great White North to the Windy City faster than a poutine-fueled beaver? Well, hold your horses, or should I say, hold your maple syrup.
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The Great Canadian-American Train Debate
Let's talk trains, baby. Or should we say, let's talk about the lack of trains? Because right now, getting from Toronto to Chicago by rail is like trying to explain Canadian bacon to an American: it's possible, but it takes forever and it's not quite what you're expecting.
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Currently, the journey involves a scenic (if you're into that kind of thing) 15-hour odyssey on a regular old train. We're talking enough time to binge-watch every season of "Schitt's Creek" and still have time for a nap.
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But fear not, fellow traveler! There's a glimmer of hope on the horizon. Amtrak has thrown its hat in the ring with plans for a high-speed rail connecting the two cities. Imagine zooming past cornfields and Great Lakes in under 10 hours! It's like teleportation, but with seats.
QuickTip: Focus on what feels most relevant.
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High-Speed Dreams and Reality Checks
Now, before you start packing your toque and deep-dish pizza, let's be realistic. This is a long-term project. We're talking years, not months. And let's not forget the small matter of actually building the thing. That's a whole other can of worms, or should we say, a whole tunnel to dig?
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But hey, a girl can dream, right? And who knows, maybe one day we'll be sipping on a craft beer in Toronto in the morning and enjoying a Chicago hot dog for dinner. Until then, we'll just have to keep dreaming and hoping that those pesky engineers can figure it out.
How to...
- How to prepare for the current Toronto-Chicago train journey? Pack your patience, favorite binge-worthy shows, and snacks. Lots of snacks.
- How to stay updated on high-speed rail developments? Keep an eye on news from Amtrak and transportation authorities in both Canada and the US.
- How to cope with the lack of high-speed rail for now? Embrace the journey! Enjoy the scenery, read a book, or catch up on sleep.
- How to support the development of high-speed rail? Contact your elected officials and let them know you want this to happen!
- How to mentally prepare for the possibility of disappointment? Remember, good things come to those who wait... or at least that's what they say.
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