It is way, way too early to make any commitments as to where. I cannot at this point put in for days off from my job as it's too far in advance. As for the "when", we usually aim for the MLK weekend, and you can assume it will be then unless something changes before then. It very well could.
Anyone is free to make advance Amtrak reservations, but be mindful of the refund and voucher policies just in case a change is necessary. Same goes for hotel rooms, usually easier to cancel than Amtrak. I appreciate the excitement over future Fests, but please understand that I cannot be definite about anything this soon. Nor can I be definite about when I can make any final decisions.
Thanks Kevin. I just went ahead and booked WPK to PHL for 1/16/14. I tried ORl-PHL, but could not get a low bucket, but saved $80 by leaving from WPK. I will certainly know at least 15 days prior to the trip whether I need to cancel or change.
BTW, it is never too early for me to jump the gun and make train reservations.
FYI, it is raining outside and I will not be walking to the tracks to wave to 92 tonight, so don't hold your breath waiting for my text message.