May 2014 - Page 2 of 2 - Sightseers' Delight

Feds propose rule requiring airlines to disclose fees

May 22, 2014 The Travel Trolley

A new proposal from the U.S. Department of Transportation would require airlines to disclosure of fees for “certain basic airline services,” including checked baggage.

Atlanta Braves president says new stadium will be more accessible than Turner Field

May 22, 2014 Todd DeFeo

Atlanta Braves President John Schuerholz played up regionalism and downplayed concerns about traffic in discussing the Braves’ surprising decision to relocate the team’s stadium outside of the city limits.

Bartow residents vote in favor of alcohol by the drink sales

May 21, 2014 Express Telegraph

Voters in unincorporated Bartow County on Tuesday voted in favor of allowing restaurants to sell alcohol by the drink, The Daily Tribune News reported.

Deal, GDOT announce 285/400 interchange funding plan

May 15, 2014 Express Telegraph

Gov. Nathan Deal has announced a state commitment to fully fund improvements to the I-285/Ga. 400 interchange, a project of statewide significance.

French request Chinese police help patrol popular Paris attractions

May 15, 2014 Todd DeFeo

Chinese police will start patrolling popular tourist destinations in Paris this summer in a bid to safeguard Chinese tourists visiting the French capital city. The French government apparently invited Chinese authorities to patrol the city, an ever-increasing destination for Chinese citizens, following increased reports of attacks targeting the country’s citizens.

London Tube union workers suspend strike over ticket automation efforts

May 5, 2014 Todd DeFeo

A 72-hour Tube strike was set to commence Monday evening, a week after workers walked out over a plan to shutter ticket booths.

Southern Museum to Commemorate Sesquicentennial of Atlanta Campaign, Sherman’s March

May 1, 2014 Special to The Travel Trolley

The Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History will commemorate the sesquicentennial of the Atlanta Campaign and the final full year of the Civil War with a special exhibit.