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.

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.

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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.

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.

So, people are avoiding the United States because of Trump, right?

July 18, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

Concerns that people would avoid visiting the United States because of Donald Trump’s travel ban rhetoric are unfounded, according to a report.

Authorities in Southeast targeting speeders

July 18, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

The week-long “Operation Southern Shield,” a speed prevention and enforcement initiative, focuses on interstates, major highways and local roads in Georgia, Alabama, Florida, South Carolina and Tennessee.

Here are the worst cities in which to drive

July 12, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

Whether to rent a car while on vacation is always a big question.