TELL YOUR AMTRAK STORY

Amtrak reports today they carried a record 31.6 million passengers in Fiscal Year 2013, marking the tenth ridership record in 11 years. To celebrate, starting today, passengers are encouraged to share their rail travel stories and pictures at AmtrakStories.com for a chance to win prizes. More details on the giveaway from Amtrak:

"While we handled the driving, you were busy snapping nearly 100,000 photos on Instagram. You captured the beauty of the American landscape, our unique stations and a few selfies along the way. We know you have more to say to your fellow 31 million passengers. We're ready to help you share your stories. Submit your #AmtrakStories at AmtrakStories.com, and we'll share the best ones here on our blog. Oh, did we mention, we'll also give away a $100 travel voucher everyday to the best Amtrak story? Plus, one grand-prize winner gets an Amtrak Vacation pack for two at the end of our 31-day celebration!"

We can say "All aboard" to that! -- Gerry and Pam