I took a 5-hour Amtrak ride with just a backpack and carry-on. There are 5 things I'm glad I packed and 3 I wish I had.

I brought some of my favorite things on my long Amtrak train ride. Amanda Shammas I packed lots of essentials for my five-hour Amtrak ride , but I didn't think of everything I needed. My Kindle, tripod, and headphones came in handy for keeping me entertained on my journey. However, I wish I had…