Which train? What part of the city did he grow up in? It's a big city, and one person's nostalgia trip could be another's disorientation. That Chowhound thread is pretty old, you'd probably be better off asking this question at LTHforum.com. And include the L train / commuter line / part of the city your husband grew up in. AND have a great trip.
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