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Analysis: Billions goes to ‘low priority’ airport projects

October 10, 2009 The Travel Trolley

More than 3,100 airport construction and rehabilitation projects received nearly $2 billion in funding between 2005 and 2009, even though they didn’t meet the Federal Aviation Administration’s criteria, according to Subsidyscope, an initiative of the Pew Economic Policy Group.

House passes ‘Travel Promotion Act’

October 7, 2009 The Travel Trolley

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed legislation that would create a public-private partnership aimed at promoting the United States as a top international travel destination.

Who should I call?

October 6, 2009 The Travel Trolley

A rarity along the highways of America these days!

‘Christmas Carol’ train rolls into ATL

October 5, 2009 The Travel Trolley

Disney’s “A Christmas Carol Train Tour” is rolling into Atlanta tomorrow, stopping at the Southeastern Railway Museum in Duluth.

Meriwether Lewis’ life to be honored in Tenn.

October 5, 2009 Special to The Travel Trolley

On Oct. 7, Meriwether Lewis, the leader of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, will be honored for the first time with a national memorial service.

Three Lion Cubs Born at Columbus Zoo

October 5, 2009 Special to The Travel Trolley

Three African lion cubs were born at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium on Sept. 22.

What a fantastic walk

October 4, 2009 The Travel Trolley

What a fantastic walk. I’m glad I participated!