2009 – Page 11 – Sightseers' Delight

Survey: Family vacations worth the money

September 2, 2009 The Travel Trolley

More than nine out of 10 Americans agree that “family vacations are worth the money” – even during tough times.

Orbitz integrates Google Street View into site

September 1, 2009 The Travel Trolley

Orbitz has integrated Google Street View into its mapping functionality, allowing travelers to check out a hotel’s neighborhood before making a reservation.

AAA: Number of Labor Day travelers decline

August 30, 2009 The Travel Trolley

Fewer people will be traveling this Labor Day, according to AAA.

Alton Brown celebrates 10 years of ‘Good Eats’

August 29, 2009 The Travel Trolley

Alton Brown took to the stage tonight to celebrate 10 years of his popular “Good Eats” show on the Food Network.

A rooftop view of Atlanta

August 28, 2009 The Travel Trolley

AirTran looking to add a trio of popular destinations

August 26, 2009 The Travel Trolley

AirTran Airways is looking to add three popular destinations to its lineup – Nassau, Bahamas; Montego Bay, Jamaica; and Aruba.

Attendance at national parks on the rise

August 23, 2009 The Travel Trolley

During the first half of 2009, national parks saw an increase of roughly 4.5 million visits when compared to the same time period in 2008.

Historic organization helping raise money to save Athens landmark

August 20, 2009 The Travel Trolley

The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation is teaming up with the Georgia Theatre to raise money to rebuild the historic structure, which was gutted in a June 19 fire.

To travel is to…

August 19, 2009 Todd DeFeo

I’m mulling my recent escapades, trying to put everything into perspective — there were some unique, some historic and some downright weird attractions.

When in Folkston, take time to tour the town – Part III

August 19, 2009 Todd DeFeo

When in Folkston, it’s worth taking a few minutes away from the train watching platform and taking a walking tour of the historic downtown.