Travel
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What Pandemic? Holiday Philly Air Travel Nearly Hits Pre-Pandemic Levels
Passenger volume at Philadelphia International Airport over the Christmas and New Year’s holiday was up, reaching 80 percent of pre-pandemic levels in the same time period, writes Laura Smythe for Philadelphia Business Journal. PHL is forecasting 925,699 passengers from Dec. 22 to Jan. 4, down only 20 percent from the 1.5 million that flew over…
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‘No Soap’ Says TSA to Chester Traveler’s Concealed Gun Story
A Chester man tried to bring a gun and bullets onto a plane “artfully” taped and wrapped in an Ace bandage hidden in a hollowed-out bar of soap, writes Jerry DeMarco for dailyvoice.com. The man was stopped by TSA officers at Newark Airport. The traveler told the officers the gun was “given to him by…
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Airline’s Ready to ‘Spirit’ You Away on 7 New Nonstop Routes Out of Philly
Spirit Airlines has seven new nonstop routes across the US and the Caribbean flying out of Philadelphia International Airport, writes Laura Smythe for Philadelphia Business Journal. The Florida-based carrier brings daily service to New Orleans on Feb. 16. It will launch four flights per week to Aguadilla, Puerto Rico while increasing service to Cancun starting…
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American Airlines to Up European Travel Routes to Meet Pent Up Demand
It’s looking a lot rosier in 2022 for American Airlines’ Philadelphia hub when it comes to European travel. In fact, the airline projects the summer of 2022 will look a lot like the pre-pandemic days of summer 2019, writes Catherine Dunn for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “Everybody who didn’t go to Rome in 2020, in 2021,…
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Philly Airport Gets Back International Passengers as Restrictions Lift
Philadelphia International Airport will see more international passengers now that the U.S. reopened its borders to fully vaccinated travelers overseas, but flight routes to other countries cancelled from the restrictions won’t be back until 2022, writes Mike D’Onofrio for Axios. United States borders have now been reopened to international passengers from more than 30 countries.…
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Disneyland May Claim the Happiest Place on Earth, But Philadelphia Is Pretty Joyful, Too, Says USA Today
The Philadelphia metropolitan area is among the 50 happiest U.S. cities, according to residents. Hristina Byrnes reported our overall community glee for USA Today. To determine the nation’s upbeat cities, 24/7 Tempo reviewed the happiness score of all 383 nationwide metro areas, using digital health company Sharecare’s Community Well-Being Index. The index measures residents’ sentiments…
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Holy Cow! Escapee Bull Runs with the Traffic on Route 113 in Hilltown Township
Although bulls run the streets in Pamplona, Spain, each July, nobody expects one in the middle of a Bucks County highway in September. But an escapee bull is exactly what trotted along with afternoon commuters on Wednesday. Michael Tanenbaum corralled the details for PhillyVoice. A malfunctioning door and perhaps the bull’s sense of doom contributed…
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Wagging Dog Brigade Soothes Passenger Anxiety at Philadelphia Airport
The Wagging Dog Brigade is patrolling the Philadelphia International Airport on a mission to calm anxious passengers, writes Hannah Kanik for PhillyVoice. “Our employees love seeing them too,” Leah Douglas, Director of Guest Experience. “Everyone walks away happy and with a smile on their face.” The Wagging Dog Brigade has been in the airport since…
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If You’re Driving While Reading This, You’re Part of Why Bucks County’s Distracted Driving Issue Is So Bad
Bucks County ranks among the top ten counties with the most distracted driving citations in Pennsylvania, according to a new report from www.pacourts.us. In-county distracted-driving citations show motorists behind the wheel using headphones, making cell calls, glancing at GPS directions, and, of course, texting. Over the past five years, Bucks County drivers received a total…
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Delco Dad Ensures That Every Day He’s at the Beach Is a Banner Day
People have discovered that beach flags are a terrific way to express themselves, writes Jason Nark for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Take Ed Panco’s flag at the Wildwood beach, for example. His custom-made flag “Pancadise” — a portmanteau based on his last name — refers to the backyard renovation Panco undertook for his kids in Ridley,…
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Bensalem Couple, Married Nearly 40 Years, First Connected Over Rock and Roll, Freedom, and Wanderlust
Two twentysomethings met in 1976 by happenstance. Bensalem provided them with a home base, but only as a jumping-off point for their eventual global exploration. Kellie Patrick Gates corralled them long enough to get their story for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Marianne and Joe Trovato introduced themselves to each other at a church dance. The event…
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Hotel Concierges Are Fonts of ‘Hidden Gem’ Knowledge; This One from New Hope Is No Exception
Ah, the hotel concierge, that font of expertise on everything from theater seats to signature cocktails. Matthew Hoffer, at River House at Odette’s, carries in his brain an encyclopedia of New Hope best-ofs. His vast knowledge is only a guest question away, writes Barry Hoy for Passport Magazine. When asked about the best nook for cocktails, Hoffer cites an in-house destination: Roof, the members-only lounge…
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Traveling the Country in a Refurbished Bus, Unionville Grad Takes Work-from-Home Concept to the Next Level
Chadds Ford native Michael Burlotos, a Unionville High School and West Chester University graduate, redefined the work-from-home concept during the pandemic. He stayed away from his office. But he didn’t exactly shelter in place, either, reports Jason Nark for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Burlotos spent the pandemic lockdown traveling the country in a refurbished school bus.…
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May 28 Is Warrington Walking Day… But You’ll Have a Heck of a Commute If You Want to Attend
May 28 is Warrington Walking Day, a local holiday when roads are closed to traffic so that church congregations can stroll together. To participate, you’ll need appropriate foot ware, perhaps some sunscreen — and a passport and international airline ticket. Warrington Walking Day is held in Warrington, UK, more than 3,300 miles from Bucks County’s Warrington. There are, in fact, at least…
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BucksCo ESCAPE: Relaxing in Luxury at ICONA Avalon Resort is a True Summer Goal
Welcome to the next feature in my series of ESCAPE travel articles. This time, we are going to the beach! So many of my travel stories begin and end with food, with a soft bed and great sights in between. This feature is going to stay along that similar vein, as when you travel to…
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BUCKSCO Escape: Nine Glorious Reasons to Vacation on Sanibel Island
As we roll into summer, it’s time to plan out a vacation that is well worth your money and that will ensure everyone has a fabulous time. Do you need a family resort? A romantic getaway? A place to chill with your girlfriends for amusing GNOs? Think about Sanibel Island, Florida. It’s on the Southwest…
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