Delta to offer first class service on shuttle flights
In a move to match US Airways Shuttle’s offering, Delta will offer first class service on its shuttle flights between New York and Washington and New York and Boston beginning December 1. The MD88s will now have 14 First class seats and 128 economy seats.
Want to travel in NYC by mass transit? Google maps can help
The next time you find yourself in New York City and the surrounding areas and you don’t want to drive or take a taxi, Google maps can help.
9/11 memorials dedicated in Boston and at the Pentagon
Seven years after 9/11/2001 major memorials are finally being dedicated to the passengers and crew over this past year. Two new memorials were unveiled at Logan Airport, Boston, and at the Pentagon, just outside of Washington, DC. More are planned. Never forget.
Governor Spitzer, just one follow-up question …
There he was: Crossing the street at Central Park South and Fifth. In a suit, carrying a briefcase. With the same toothy look as always. Eliot Spitzer.
In New York City, cabs go cash-optional
What’s the greatest invention in travel since sliced bread? (Okay, maybe not quite.) The swipe-your-credit-card machine in a New York City taxi.
Gelato banned from the Spanish Steps, no picnics at St. Mark’s
Airlines are raising prices of on-board snacks. Passengers already can’t bring their own liquids from home and tighter enforcement of carry-on rules may make bringing food on the plane more difficult. Now Rome is banning snacks on the Spanish Steps. What’s next?
Bored of the hotel gym treadmill? Run it off
If you like running but get bored of using the treadmill, The Westin in New York’s Times Square may have a solution for you.
The coming dogfight over New York’s airspace
The battle over airspace and airport slots in the New York area has been escalating over the past week. The government is proposing a cap on take-offs and landings at the area’s airports, and has asserted ownership over the landing slots.
BoltBus emulates Southwest
BoltBus, a joint-venture between Greyhound Lines Inc. and Peter Pan Bus Lines, debuts tomorrow as a low-cost alternative for travel between New York and Boston.
Airlines resist LaGuardia plan
Federal officials are proposing to cut flights and to auction rights for new flights at New York’s LaGuardia Airport.