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Holiday travel may cost more in time, trouble
Heavy holiday travel and heightened security across the country following the attempted terror attacks in Britain are producing some hassles for Americans flying on Independence Day getaways. (USA Today)
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A bad case of bad attitude
Nasty flight attendants, sullen gate agents, ticket agents who never once crack a smile — what’s going on here? Bad attitudes at the airport, that’s what. And no wonder: Airline employees have been kicked around a lot in recent years, and their morale is pretty much bankrupt. What’s the average traveler to do? (James Wysong)
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Airlines seek delays for private jets in New York
The leading U.S. airlines urged the Federal Aviation Administration Monday to impose delays on flights by corporate and private jets to help relieve the congestion at New York airports over the Fourth of July holiday. (AP)
Have pump prices peaked for the summer?
If all goes well, pump prices may have peaked for the summer. But with gasoline supplies tighter this month than they’ve been in years, traders and analysts say it won’t take much to send pump prices higher again. (MSNBC.com)
Amtrak to roll out luxury service this fall
Mahogany interiors, five-course meals and personal butler service will be available on several Amtrak routes starting this fall, as the national passenger railroad embarks on a new partnership with GrandLuxe Rail Journeys. (AP)
Beyond the beaches: hiking in Hawaii
A system of nearly 20 paths in the Koolau Mountains above Honolulu wind through the thick canopy of the rain forest and lead to some of the highest ridges that overlook deep vistas and lush valleys. Others take explorers to hidden waterfalls or introduce hikers to the variety of native plants and wildlife. (AP)
Architectureal Idols: Unveiling the new Wonders
Chosen from an original pool of nearly 200 candidates, the winners that will be revealed on Saturday night represent the icons of world culture, the insights of expert judges and the votes — via cell phone, text message and the Internet — of more than 70 million people. (MSNBC.com)
For caterers and casinos, a lucky No, 07-07-07
July 7, 2007 is definitely going to be a lucky day — if you’re in the wedding or gambling business, that is. Companies ranging from caterers to casinos are gearing up for an influx of business from those seeking to take advantage of what is thought to be an auspicious day. (MSNBC.com)
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Today’s Travel Blogs
Rail travel in Europe gets even better
Wow, is Europe kicking our butts. It was bad enough when each of its national rail networks could whip up on us on its own. Now they’re all joining up, and making high-speed European rail travel even faster and easier. (Vagabonding)
Shopping in SoCal: South Coast Plaza
When people ask for tips on things to do in the Southern California area, we can’t help but suggest places to shop. Living in the land of the materialistic, it’s kind of hard not to shop here. Also, there are a lot of malls and shopping centers here in SoCal. Way more than in Jersey. Or so it seems. (Jaunted)
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