I went on a 16-hour Amtrak ride in a roomette. Here are 4 things I regret not packing and 7 I'm glad I brought.

Molly AllenOct 3, 2022, 00:33 IST

I'm happy with the items I packed for my 16-hour Amtrak trip but I wish I had brought a few more things.Molly Allen

When I took a 16-hour Amtrak from Portland to Sacramento, I packed two bags of items for the trip.
I was thankful I packed plenty of snacks, water, and essential oils to make me feel more at home.

I brought two bags on the train.

My smaller bag fit several items I wanted with me in the roomette.Molly Allen

I packed some crackers, nuts, pretzels, and chocolate.Molly Allen

I wiped down the areas in my roomette.Molly Allen

Since I had my own bottle, I was glad I didn't have to ask the attendant for water.Molly Allen

My makeup-remover wipes made getting ready for bed a breeze.Molly Allen

I had two different blankets in my roomette.Molly Allen

Between talking to others and entertaining myself, the 16-hour trip went by fast.Molly Allen

CBD and essential oils can have calming effects.Molly Allen

After I arrived at my destination, I realized I had motion sickness.Molly Allen

I had a hard time sleeping through the night.Molly Allen

I couldn't lock my door from the outside.Molly Allen

I didn't know I could bring alcohol in my sleeper car before boarding.Molly Allen