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Marriott CEO: Congress needs ‘to reach a balanced deal now’

December 31, 2012 Todd DeFeo

The so-called “fiscal cliff” facing the nation “was created by politicians of both parties” who could not previously reach a deal and leaders “need to reach a balanced deal now,” Arne Sorenson, president and CEO of Marriott International, said in a statement.

IG: Amtrak could save money if ‘conventional’ fleet improved to Acela level

December 31, 2012 Todd DeFeo

Amtrak could improve its service and save money “if the availability of the conventional fleets were improved to the level of the Acela equipment,” the railroad’s inspector general told Congress recently.

Will the fiscal cliff impact travel?

December 30, 2012 Todd DeFeo

With so much discussion about the so-called fiscal cliff and its impact on the country, one overlooked question is its meaning for travelers.

Will the federal government add black boxes to all cars?

December 8, 2012 Todd DeFeo

The federal government wants to add event data recorders (EDR) — better known as “black boxes” — to all light passenger vehicles starting Sept. 1, 2014.

Herschel Walker opening new restaurant in Athens

December 1, 2012 Todd DeFeo

Legendary University of Georgia running back Herschel Walker is opening a new restaurant in Athens, Georgia, the Athens Banner-Herald reported.

E15 can damage vehicles, should not be sold, AAA says

December 1, 2012 Todd DeFeo

The sale of E15 fuel should be suspended because consumers are not knowledgeable about the fuel, AAA said Friday.

Secondhand smoke dangerous to travelers, study finds

November 20, 2012 Todd DeFeo

Secondhand smoke inside airports is risking the well-being of travelers and airport employees, a new study from the Centers for Disease Control found.

TSA violates American’s Constitutional rights, says petition

November 14, 2012 Todd DeFeo

The TSA strips Americans of their rights guaranteed under the Constitution’s Fourth Amendment and should be abolished, according to a petition on The White House’s home page.

The last train to Clarksville

November 13, 2012 Todd DeFeo

Study: More lost bags in December and January; regional carriers worse

November 12, 2012 Todd DeFeo

As the level of travel increases with the start of the holiday, the number of lost bags will also rise, a new study suggests.