Datelines & Destinations Archives - Page 13 of 19

Do you need anything besides wine, cheese and history from a destination?

November 15, 2021 Todd DeFeo

Over the years, I have written frequently about what makes a destination worth exploring. And, if we’re truly honest, the trio of Wine, Cheese and History pretty much sums it up. If you can find a destination with all three, you should stay there.

TSA increases penalties on travelers who violate the federal mask mandate

September 10, 2021 Sightseers’ Delight

Mask up or pay up! The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will increase penalties on travelers who violate the federal mask mandate at airports and on public transportation, commercial aircraft, passenger railroads and intercity buses.

Survey: Leisure travelers plan to reduce travel plans amid rising COVID cases

September 7, 2021 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

U.S. leisure travelers plan to significantly pare back travel plans amid rising COVID-19 cases, according to a new national survey conducted by Morning Consult on behalf of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA).

Southern Spirits returns to Southern Museum on Sept. 17

August 18, 2021 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

The Kennesaw Museum Foundation and the Southern Museum will host their second Southern Spirits on September 17.

Literally, the buck stopped here

August 18, 2021 Todd DeFeo

One of the fascinating places to visit in Key West is the Truman Little White House.

A walk through the quiet streets of Atlanta

August 17, 2021 Todd DeFeo

I almost forgot how much I enjoy looking up at architecture, especially in the debacle that is 2020 and 2021.

Be patient when traveling this summer, travel group says

June 28, 2021 Sightseers’ Delight

Air travelers to be patient and prepared more Americans are planning to travel this summer, AAA says.

A view of the sign for The Metuchen Inn, a popular eatery in Metuchen, N.J., in October 2017.

New Jersey Assembly backs plan to spend $25 million in federal funds on tourism

June 25, 2021 Todd DeFeo

The New Jersey Assembly signed off on a measure to spend $25 million in federal funds to promote travel and tourism in the Garden State.

Finding the quirky gems

June 15, 2021 Karen Gershowitz

Ferreting out authentic local experiences and out-of-the-way quirky places is one of the great joys of traveling.

Are more people using their phones while behind the wheel?

June 2, 2021 Todd DeFeo

At first glance, it seems as though more people may be glued to their phones while driving. Dangerous, no doubt, but is it true? Has law enforcement stopped enforcing the hands-free law?