April 2013 - Page 2 of 2 - Sightseers' Delight

Plane without nose gear lands in Lexington

April 18, 2013 Todd DeFeo

LEXINGTON, Ky. — The plane appears to be a small prop plane.

Don’t raise taxes on fliers, airline group says

April 14, 2013 Todd DeFeo

A White House proposal to levy additional taxes on travelers has drawn the ire of the industry trade organization that represents U.S. airlines.

Texas city hopes house with historic ties draw tourists

April 13, 2013 Special to The Travel Trolley

On a quiet south Irving street, there is a home that blends in with those around it. With a past tied to tragedy, this house, steeped in history, has a story to tell. Now, the City of Irving is investing in its past—and its future.

Amtrak hopes more riders means more money

April 12, 2013 Todd DeFeo

Amtrak is hoping a continued growth in the number of riders translates into increased funding for the national railroad.

Picking baseball’s best teams: 19th century edition

April 2, 2013 Todd DeFeo

In honor of opening day, here is a brief look at five of the greatest teams to ever take the field. Before the turn of the 20th century, that is.