April 2024 – Page 3 – Sightseers' Delight

Lawsuit seeks to end smoking on floors of Atlantic City casinos

April 9, 2024 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

A Superior Court lawsuit filed in Mercer County, New Jersey, seeks to eliminate a loophole that has allowed smoking to continue on the floors of Atlantic City casinos.

Why you should consider a trip to Amelia Island, Florida

April 9, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Perched in northeastern Florida on the Florida-Georgia line, Amelia Island is the perfect destination for sun and sport, relaxation or just stepping away from the daily grind.

A different view of the eclipse

April 8, 2024 Todd DeFeo

You don’t need to be in the path of totality to find a good photo op!

U.S. Airlines’ fuel cost per gallon up 4.8% in February

April 8, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

New airline fuel cost and consumption numbers from the Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation Statistics for February suggest airlines used more fuel than a month earlier.

Should Georgia jurisdictions fund and operate museums?

April 8, 2024 Todd DeFeo

Many local jurisdictions operate museums, pulling money from various sources of public funds to operate them, which raises the question of whether it is a core function of local governments.

A look at the start of Windsor Castle

April 8, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

The 13-acre Windsor Castle is one of England’s most popular tourist attractions and has been used by the reigning monarch since Henry I’s reign between 1100 and 1135, making it the longest-occupied palace in Europe.

Mets Hall of Famer Jerry Grote passed away

April 7, 2024 Official News Releases

Mets Hall of Fame catcher Jerry Grote passed away at the Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute in Austin, TX. He was 81.

Could Georgia’s proposed foreign ownership land ban pass judicial review?

April 4, 2024 Todd DeFeo

Georgia lawmakers have passed legislation that ostensibly bans “foreign adversaries” from owning agricultural land or property near a military base or airport, but one expert said it’s not clear the measure can stand up to judicial scrutiny.

DeSantis signs bill that eases acquisition of land for conservation purposes

April 4, 2024 The Center Square

Legislation signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday will make it easier for the state to purchase land for conservation purposes.

New Attractions and Experiences in Store for Guests Visiting Walt Disney World Resort in 2024

April 3, 2024 Walt Disney World

With a host of recently opened attractions and experiences – and more on the horizon – 2024 is sure to be a year like no other at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. “New” extends to practically every corner of the world with new and returning nighttime spectaculars, stage shows and character appearances, resort expansions, seasonal festivals and special events.