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While large markets like Europe and North America are showing declines in newspaper circulation and revenue, Latin America’s newspapers are growing. In 2013 Latin American newspapers grew by 2.56% in circulation, according to a study from the World Association of Newspapers and News Publishers (WAN-IFRA). In comparison, in 2013 newspaper circulation went down by 5.29% in North America, by nearly 10% in Australia and by 5%…

With the recent explosion in cycling popularity, the United States is experiencing record growth in the sport of cycling. This is a particularly encouraging development in a country which has largely associated cyclists with automotive target practice using projectiles like Gatorade bottles and 7-11 Big Gulps. Each day a new cyclist dons his or her two wheeled steed for the first time is a day where more people learn to tolerate the sport. However, if you go out on the road and look…

Upon reviewing our error rate, I became curious about what error rates and on time performance (OTP) rates were in the transportation industry. I searched on line for about an hour and came up with little data. I was able to find U.S. Airline ratings and Washington DC area bus and rail data, however found no posted error rates or OTP rates for the chauffeured transportation industry. Airline Industry Virgin America , the best in the U.S. airline industry reported 82% on time…

The intercity Brightline service is privately funded, built and operated—and may be pointing the way to the future.

Today is a Good Day to Practice Patience! Travel can be a stressful experience – if you let it be. There is so much out of your control, especially if you experience inclement weather, long lines, mechanical delays or other unexpected events. Prepare yourself from the very beginning of your journey to be patient and ready for unexpected things to happen. Download movies or podcasts to your mobile device. Bring an extra book to read. Tuck your journal into your backpack, ad do…

Everything you need to know about coverage for TNCs Q: What is ride-sharing and why is it getting so much attention from insurance companies? A: Ride-sharing companies provide taxi-like services by connecting passengers to drivers via a smart phone app. Rides can be arranged in advance or on short notice. The official name for a ride-sharing business is a Transportation Network Company (TNC). TNCs contract with…

Everything green, from transportation to daily living Transportation Going Green Limousine Premiere green car service in Chicago for airport transportation, point to point transfers, and charter services Categories: Posted by: Rebecca @ 8:10 pm Child car seats are important for your childâs safety, and there are strict rules governing the use of them in private cars and commuter vehicles. So, are child car seats required in…

With the increase in internet connectivity in cars, planes, and trains, the question has been raised now and then about how “hackable” these systems are now that they are connected to the internet at large. There have been a couple of stories in the media, including someone that had claimed to have hacked into a commercial airplane through the on-board wi-fi, and a story in Wired where a Jeep was hacked remotely through its internet connectivity features and full control of many of…

In this guest blog, Rohit Talwar, the CEO of Fast Future provides an expert view surrounding Travel Future. Rohit, an award-winning speaker and global futurist, believes that there are many possibilities available for the world of travel with the evolving development of technology. Below he paints a picture of what he envisages the future to look like. Travel and tourism are undergoing a silent and invisible…

Nearly two-thirds of the world's 26,000 passenger planes are ground, meaning your flights could be canceled if they’re not already. Most airlines are offering travel credits with extended windows for use, but you might be able to get your money back if you don't want to fly. "Obviously, travel is a no-go situation right now," Fred Kerner, with travel agency Grandview Travel, said. It's no secret to anyone.