Articles by Sightseers’ Delight

About Sightseers’ Delight

Sightseers’ Delight started publishing in June 2016. The site, published by The DeFeo Groupe, collects and curates content about places where historical events large and small happened. The site builds off the legacy of The Travel Trolley, which launched in June 2009. The site aimed to be a virtual version of the trolley tours offered in so many cities.

Ohio governor signs bill adopting the 1905 Wright Flyer III as Ohio’s official state airplane

June 13, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

While visiting Carillon Historical Park in Dayton, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine held a ceremonial bill signing to designate the 1905 Wright Flyer III as the official state airplane.

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Delta pauses Tel Aviv flights, El Al suspends all flights

June 13, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

Delta Air Lines has paused flights to Tel Aviv from New York-JFK through Aug. 31 in response to the current conflict in the region.

Scandinavian Airlines, Vietnam Airlines enter codeshare partnership

June 13, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

Scandinavian Airlines and Vietnam Airlines announced a new codeshare agreement that will connect Scandinavia and Vietnam more closely than ever before.

SAS, WestJet plan to launch transatlantic codeshare this summer

June 12, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

Scandinavian Airlines and WestJet have forged a new partnership, which the airlines say will significantly strengthen connectivity between Canada and Scandinavia.

London-bound Air India plane crashes after taking off

June 12, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

A London-bound Air India plane crashed shortly after it took off from Ahmedabad.

Feds end Quiet Skies Program, saying it was costly and failed to stop a single terrorist attack

June 11, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

The Department of Homeland Security has ended the Quiet Skies Program, which officials said has failed to stop a single terrorist attack while costing US taxpayers $200 million a year.

What are the best cities for a staycation?

June 9, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

A new report from the personal finance website WalletHub has found the best cities for a staycation.

A 2022 view of the recreated Fort Nashborough in Nashville, Tennessee.

Nashville wasn’t always Music City; it was once a fort along the river

June 6, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

Long before it was known as Music City, Nashville was Fort Nashborough.

Georgia lawmaker derides Athens for its homeless policy, sanctuary city policy

June 6, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

A Georgia state representative derided Athens’ burgeoning homeless population and its sanctuary city policy, saying “these issues are not addressed, this city will continue its downfall.”

A flower in Queens Park in Invercargill, New Zealand.

Why a botanical garden should be on your next vacation itinerary

June 4, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

Most travelers think of museums, restaurants, and scenic landmarks when planning a getaway. However, botanical gardens are often overlooked on any escapade.