I love travel. I believe you do, too, and that’s why you are a reader of Global Traveler. Recently, I’ve been doing a lot of local train travel, and I have found myself wishing I could travel more by train. Last week, I took Amtrak to Philadelphia, and this week I’ve been back and forth on MetroNorth almost every day to White Plains, NY. MetroNorth is certainly not a luxury train, but I get to go in and out of Grand Central Station, which is a treat for any commuter. Long haul, I would never turn down a premium ticket on an air carrier, but trains can be so convenient. I would love to see more investment in our railroads. It would be great to have trains like the Acela, or even faster trains, to transport Americans around the country. Trains leave no carbon footprint, and I also find myself being productive and efficient while on trains. My favorite part is being able to pull into the center of the city I’m traveling to and walk (usually) to my final destination, rather than hopping in a cab. Most airports don’t deposit you into the center of the city, within walking destination of your final stop. Bottom line — planes, trains or automobiles, I’m a happy traveler. However, it’s certainly nice to mix things up from time to time. — Alex Young, vice president and associate publisher