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Visit Disneyland Resort: MagicBand+

  Not too many people had  MagicBand+  at Disneyland Resort, from what I noticed, but that didn't stop us from getting them.   You can use the MagicBand+ to scan into the entry gates or scan your Lightning Lane passes.  No need to take out your phone and open up the Disneyland app or your photos app for a screenshot of your admission ticket or Lightning Lane pass.  It's easy to sync the MagicBand+ to everyone in your party through the Disneyland app. It's rechargeable, and one full charge is supposed to last 1-3 days, but we'd charge them at the end of each night. Another fun thing about the MagicBand+ is that it'll blink and flash in all sorts of colors depending on where you are, whether at certain rides or shows.  You can also use to link PhotoPass photos and other experiences. It's totally not a necessary thing to have, but it's a nice-to-have for the convenience.   One thing I did read prior to getting them is that they have a tende...

Amtrak to Offer Digital Newspapers

Amtrak business and first class passengers on all Northeast Corridor and eastern route trains will have free unlimited access to The New York Times and The Washington Post digital newspapers via the free on-board Wi-Fi, Amtrak Connect. Starting as a pilot program, this amenity is offered in addition to the spacious seating and complimentary nonalcoholic drinks, at affordable price. Whether traveling for business or pleasure, this free access will help you stay connected to the latest business and stock news, or catch up on sports and entertainment news.

This is just another reason rail travel is the green way to go.  In addition to contributing less per passenger mile to greenhouse gas emissions, the switch to digital newspapers can save over 103,740 newspaper copies on an annual basis. Assuming each newspaper weighs at least 8 ounces, Amtrak can save over 25 tons of newspaper in one year!

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