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.

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Could state authority take over Atlanta airport?

January 20, 2018 Sightseers’ Delight

A state lawmaker from the southernmost fringes of Atlanta’s exurbs wants a state authority to oversee Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, a new report suggests.

Delta rolls out new rule for service animals

January 19, 2018 Sightseers’ Delight

Fido may not be able to fly on Delta Air Lines soon.

TSA: Nine TV crew members arrested trying to carry suspicious item through security

January 19, 2018 Sightseers’ Delight

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) arrested nine members of a TV crew after they tried to carry a suspicious item in their carry-on through security at Newark Liberty International Airport.

Arizona to keep Grand Canyon open even if federal government shuts down

January 19, 2018 Sightseers’ Delight

The state of Arizona is prepared to provide resources to keep the Grand Canyon open even if the federal government shuts down, Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey today announced.

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.

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.

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.

Survey finds a foodie trend for 2018

January 1, 2018 Sightseers’ Delight

Four in 10 travelers (41 percent) plan to incorporate new food and drink destinations into their travel plans in 2018.