Amtrak's new Mardi Gras line between New Orleans and Mobile is comfortable, easy, and enjoyable, with wonderful scenery. It's a win-win-win-win for almost everybody.

UPDATE 7:03 AM: Amtrak’s Mardi Gras line is on its way to New Orleans but not without some hiccups on the first day. The train started moving right on time at 6:30, but the cars barely cleared the ...