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Senators take aim at airline fees

April 15, 2010 The Travel Trolley

Democratic senators have introduced legislation aimed at stopping airlines from charging travelers for carry-on bags by closing what they call a “tax loophole” that allows airlines to avoid paying taxes on fees for non-essential services. The “Block Airlines’ Gratuitous (BAG) Fees Act” follows last week’s announcement from low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines that it plans to charge travelers up to $45 for carry-on bags to be stored in overhead bins. According to the senators, the legislation

Napolitano meets with African leaders to discuss global aviation security

April 13, 2010 The Travel Trolley

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano recently visited Nigeria to meet with top officials from across Africa and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) to discuss ways to bolster global aviation security.

Along the roadways of Georgia

April 11, 2010 The Travel Trolley

There is so much to see along Georgia’s roadways.

Airline fees continue to mount

April 10, 2010 The Travel Trolley

Checked bags. Carry-on bags. The bathroom? Where do airline fees end?

Happy Tax Freedom Day

April 10, 2010 Caboose Chronicle

ATLANTA – Congratulations taxpayers. Today marks Tax Freedom Day – a day later than last year. According to the Tax Foundation, the average American needs to work 99 days – until today – in order to pay this year’s federal, state and local taxes. But, this calculation doesn’t include deficit spending. “Today the average American has finally worked enough to pay off the tax collector, but it will be another thirty-eight days before Americans have

Airline to begin charging for carry-on bags

April 7, 2010 The Travel Trolley

Low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines, which serves the Atlanta area, announced it will charge travelers for their carry-on bags.

Who exactly enforces the hours?

April 7, 2010 The Travel Trolley

Just curious.

Mets announce additional enhancements to Citi Field for 2010 season

April 6, 2010 Special to The Travel Trolley

The New York Mets announced additional enhancements to Citi Field for the 2010 season that raises the profile of club history and elevates the fan experience at their new home.

Mets’ Hall of Fame & Museum opens in New York

April 5, 2010 The Travel Trolley

The New York Mets’ Hall of Fame & Museum, highlighting the team’s nearly five-decade history, officially opened today at Citi Field.

Ouch?

April 5, 2010 The Travel Trolley

Makes one wonder how the pedestrian fared.