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.

Cyclorama expected to attract more visitors to Atlanta History Center

August 12, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

The addition of the famed Cyclorama painting is expected to increase the number of people who visit the Atlanta History Center, the museum’s president told a business association this week.

Pekoske sworn in as seventh TSA administrator

August 11, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

David Pekoske has been sworn in as the seventh administrator of the Transportation Security Administration.

Clarksville officials looking to preserve Urban Wilderness land

August 8, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

City officials in Clarksville, Tenn., want to buy a unique tract of land in the heart of Clarksville and preserve it as an Urban Wilderness.

No agreement between Curaçao Tourist Board, Uber

August 8, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

Despite reports to the contrary, the Curaçao Tourist Board (CTB) has not entered into an agreement with Uber, according to a CTB press release.

Relations strained in Clarksville redevelopment project, report suggests

August 1, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

A downtown redevelopment project in Clarksville, Tenn., is straining relations among the many government and private parties involved, according to a news report.

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.

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

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.