January 2018 - Page 2 of 3 - Sightseers' Delight

Why your travel guide is leading you astray

January 19, 2018 Todd DeFeo

Such publications often highlight the obvious. Many popular websites are even more egregious, offering nothing more than a handful of suggestions.

National Parks could remain open even if government shuts

January 18, 2018 Sightseers’ Delight

National parks will remain open even if the government shuts down starting tomorrow, published reports indicate.

Southeastern Railway Museum hosting Type-In on Jan. 20

January 16, 2018 Sightseers’ Delight

The Southeastern Railway Museum will host typewriter enthusiasts from across the region during the Southeastern Typewriter Type-In.

Outcome decided for some monuments in New York City

January 16, 2018 Sightseers’ Delight

Following a review, New York City Mayor de Blasio’s Mayoral Advisory Commission on City Art, Monuments and Markers decided the monument can stay.

Georgia lawmaker wants hands-free law

January 11, 2018 Express Telegraph

A state lawmaker has filed a bill to require all drivers to use a hands-free device while behind the wheel.

Why is this not a must-see attraction in New York City?

January 11, 2018 Todd DeFeo

The USS Intrepid, lovingly nicknamed The Fighting “I,” is an Essex-class aircraft carrier. This vessel remarkably served in both World War II and The Vietnam War.

Cold Landing in New York City

January 10, 2018 Ruth DeFeo

Metropolitan Museum of Art to start charging mandatory admission

January 5, 2018 Sightseers’ Delight

The mandatory admission for visitors from outside of New York will match those suggested prices: $25 for adults, $17 for seniors, and $12 for students.

Smyrna passes temporary hands-free ordinance

January 3, 2018 Express Telegraph

City leaders in this Atlanta suburb voted yesterday to prohibit drivers from using handheld mobile telephones or portable electronic devices while behind the wheel.

Survey: More planning to travel for leisure in 2018

January 2, 2018 Sightseers’ Delight

One in three (33 percent) of travelers surveyed said they plan to travel more for leisure in 2018.