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Tips for Fantastic Summer Road Trips
Posted Friday, May 22, 2009 in National, Travel
NewsUSA
The summer road trip is an American tradition. Each year, families across the country pack up their belongings and brave the roads to visit relatives, explore national parks and snap family photos at popular tourist destinations. Before departing on this year’s family road trip, make sure that your vehicle is in proper working order by […]
1964 World’s Fair Lives on in the Magic Kingdom
Posted Thursday, May 7, 2009 in National, Travel
By Todd DeFeo
HarpBlaster.com News Wire
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – There are moments in history that are pivotal. For Walt Disney, the 1964 World’s Fair is one of those moments.
The fair came only nine years after Disney opened Disneyland, which changed the face of family theme parks for the better. But, in true Disney fashion, he […]
Japan’s Railroad History Doesn’t Begin with the Shinkansen
Posted Wednesday, May 6, 2009 in International, Travel, Japan
By Todd DeFeo
HarpBlaster.com News Wire
SAITAMA, Japan – The Shinkansen glides swiftly along the rails that crisscross Japan. The high-speed bullet trains that whisk travelers from one side of Japan to the other are an icon of the country and a model for high-speed rail.
While these trains are the symbol of the country today, they are […]
Get in Touch with Casey Jones and Jackson’s Railroad Past
Posted Thursday, April 30, 2009 in National, Railfanning, Travel
By Todd DeFeo
HarpBlaster.com News Wire
JACKSON, Tenn. – When Casey Jones’ locomotive crashed near Vaughn, Miss., he vaulted into history and American folklore.
The subject of songs and books, Jones, who died on April 30, 1900, has become a larger than life figure in American history in the 11 decades since his death.
But, finding the real Casey […]
How to Get Better Sleep While Traveling
Posted Wednesday, March 18, 2009 in Travel
Courtesy of ARAcontent
The comfort of your own bed is a precious thing. After a few days of traveling, most of us start missing our favorite pillow, sheets, mattress and even alarm clocks. Familiarity helps make it easier to relax. Even if you travel often and are used to staying in hotels and adjusting to new […]
Obama Effort to End Armed Pilots Program an Outrage, Says CCRKBA
Posted Wednesday, March 18, 2009 in Politics, National, Travel
PRNewswire-USNewswire
BELLEVUE, Wash., March 17 — A revelation by the Washington Times that President Barack Obama is trying to quietly end the armed pilot program, making air travel more vulnerable to terrorist attack, should outrage travelers, the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms said today.
“The Washington Times nailed it,” said CCRKBA Chairman […]
Travel for Less
Posted Tuesday, March 17, 2009 in National, Travel
Courtesy of ARAcontent
Despite today’s economic woes, people are still traveling; they are just doing so in a much more budget-minded manner. Scouring for deals and methods to cut costs while on vacation has never been more important. One budget-friendly trend has emerged as the solution for those who want to travel for less: vacation home […]
New National Museum to Honor the Infantry Soldier
Posted Monday, March 16, 2009 in Georgia, National, International, History, Travel
Courtesy of ARAcontent
As medics put him on a stretcher and rushed him to an evacuation helicopter, Sgt. Jeremy Feldbusch, a 23-year-old mortar gunman in the Army’s 3rd Battalion, 75th Regiment, recited the Ranger creed.
“Never shall I fail my comrades. I will always keep myself mentally alert, physically strong, and morally straight and I will shoulder […]
Georgia’s Presidential Legacies Live On
Posted Sunday, March 15, 2009 in Georgia, National, Travel
ATLANTA — With intimate ties to three U.S. presidents, Georgia fulfills the historically curious and excites those who appreciate the great men of our nation.
The state’s effect on the nation through these men has proven to be the stuff movies are made of. Visit the destinations that shaped these presidents’ lives, and discover the state’s […]
Travel Leaders Meet with President Obama
Posted Friday, March 13, 2009 in Politics, National, Travel
PRNewswire-USNewswire
WASHINGTON — Travel industry leaders met with President Obama to discuss the unique role that travel can play in strengthening the American economy. The meeting focused on two critical areas: the need to welcome more international visitors and the business community’s concerns about the dramatic nationwide downturn in meetings and events.
“We are pleased that President […]
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