July 2017 - Sightseers' Delight

Proposal would increase fees on passengers at airports nationwide

July 31, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

A proposal currently under consideration would increase the Passenger Facilities Charge (PFC) at airports nationwide from $4.50 to $8.50 for departing flights, a move that would cost travelers millions annually.

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Judge wants FAA to regulate airline seat sizes

July 30, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

A federal judge has ordered the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to look at regulating the size of airline seats, according to various media reports.

Don’t even think about taking a dip in the Trevi Fountain

July 29, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

Retired police officers in Rome will start guarding the historic Trevi Fountain to protect the landmark against illicit tourist behavior.

Visiting Venice? Be sure to study up on the rules first

July 29, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

Anyone planning to visit Venice, Italy, should be sure to first brush up on the rules.

News

Officials tout success in ‘Operation Southern Shield’

July 28, 2017 Express Telegraph

Georgia officials say “Operation Southern Shield” was a big success in saving lives on Georgia highways and roads.

Southeastern Railway Museum on track to open new exhibit building this fall

July 27, 2017 Special to Express Telegraph

The Southeastern Railway Museum is on track to complete its largest expansion project since it moved to its current location roughly two decades ago. The museum, designated Georgia’s Transportation History Museum, is planning to open

TSA to roll out new security measures for larger electronic devices

July 26, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) could soon require travelers to remove any electronic devices larger than a cell phone from their bags before going through security checkpoints.

New E-ticket attraction planned for EPCOT

July 24, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

Walt Disney World officials are planning to add a new E-ticket attraction based on Guardians of the Galaxy to EPCOT.

Will nuke preparations hurt tourism in Hawaii?

July 21, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

As Hawaiian officials prepare for the possibility that North Korea launches an intercontinental ballistic missile toward the state, some officials worry the preparations will hurt tourism.

General

Mary Norwood retains lead in Atlanta mayoral race, poll finds

July 20, 2017 Express Telegraph

City Councilwoman Mary Norwood remains atop a crowded field of candidates running for mayor, according to a new poll.