Tagged With "administrative reform"
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Re: EU Parliament Ends Cell Phone Roaming Charges in 2017
Yes, it will apply to prepaid plans, which many Europeans as well as visitors use, but it's not as happily absolute as some of the celebrators make it sound. The final June 2017 step depends on a reform of the European wholesale roaming market in which carriers pay each other for roaming use, and is also subject to limits for those who roam "too much." Here's a quote from one of the Parliament members who was a leading proponent of the law (which also originally included provisions for net...
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FAA: Now you can use electronics gate-to-gate
Government safety rules are changing to let airline passengers use most electronic devices from gate-to-gate.Government safety rules are changing to let airline passengers use most electronic devices from gate-to-gate. The change will let...
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Good News For Musicians Traveling by Airplane
The U.S. Department of Transportation issued a final rule to implement section 403 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012. The rule requires that each U.S. airline allow passengers to carry into the cabin and stow a small musical instrument,...
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The Bathing House, Howick, Northumberland
Ian Cook shares a lovely and historic cottage with one of the finest views in Northumberland.
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Churches of Park Slope, Brooklyn
PHeymont explores the varied and mostly 19th-century churches in one of Brooklyn's premier neighborhoods, and explores the area's history.
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In crisis, Britain re-nationalizes rail
In a move that mixes the virus crisis with long-term dissatisfaction with Britain's rail system, the government has ordered a temporary takeover.
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Wiener Bonbons: Highlights of Vienna (Where Gumbo was #114)
This week’s puzzle started with a very puzzling picture—so puzzling it needed a second shot to clarify that it was in a tunnel. Even so, Jonathan L was sharp enough to jump to a correct conclusion, which he hinted to the crowd in a comment...
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The Whitney Museum, New York City
Jonathan L takes us along to one of his favorite smaller art museums in New York City, dedicated to modern and contemporary art by American artists.
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Rome may back out of quest for 2024 Olympics
Rome is a finalist for 2024, but the bid can't go ahead without the city government's support, and that may not be there.
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Barcelona gets serious about 'over-tourism'
Barcelona is enforcing rules on holiday rentals with fines on offending agencies. It's also banning Segways and groups in crowded spaces.
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British rail operators push for simpler fares
Britain's rail operators line up behind a plan to simplify fares and make it easier to take the train instead of flying or driving.
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FAA Says: A little less droid, a little more pilot
The Federal Aviation Administration is mandating a safety update already recommended by Boeing for 737s; it's designed to give pilots more warning when airspeed drops too low, especially in landings and approaches. Too much reliance on auto-throttle...
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TSA's Blog: Hidden guns, human skull and an exploding suitcase
The Transportation Safety Administration publishes a year-end list of what it's found in screening—helps justify the budget, yes? This year's list includes 1813 handguns, endless lists of black powder canisters, explosive "initiators," swords...
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More flights allowed over Grand Canyon: FAA
The Federal Aviation Administration is allowing several thousand more small-plane and helicopter flights in and over the Grand Canyon, with planes that are supposed to be "quieter," although many have questioned the quietness formula. This has been a...
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JetBlue's new pilot training plan: no experience needed
With a worldwide pilot shortage expected over the next decades, JetBlue is taking an unusual step: it plans to train would-be airliner pilots who come to it without prior training as military or private pilots. In recent years, as flying has expanded and the supply of ex-military pilots has shrunk, airlines worldwide have begun to feel the effects of a shortage. Commercial pilot licenses require 1500 hours of flying experience. JetBlue's plan, new to the U.S., but similar to plans used by...
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China to double investment in tourism by 2020
China hopes big increase in tourism investment over next few years will help overall economy.
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France's new regions get new names
France recently merged some of its regions, reducing 22 to 13. Some of them are just now getting permanent new names, and not everyone is happy.
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France to free workers from free-time emails
Among a number of new laws, France is giving workers the right to turn off, tune out and disconnect from work e-mails, texts and phone calls.
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Trouble on the tracks: French rail strike ahead
Four French rail unions, acting together for once, have called a 37-hour strike for next week over pay, staffing and working conditions.
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Protests hit 'Decline and Fall of Rome'
As the city's infrastructure suffers serious problems, protesters turn out to demand the city's 'reform' mayor take strong action.
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China cuts tourism admission fees
In a bid to attract more visitors from China and abroad, prices have been cut at nearly a thousand sites, including well-known favorites.
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Re: Air France returns to Tehran in April
I think potential European travelers to Iran now have to consider the likelihood of those traveling to Iran not being able to use the US's Visa Waiver Program when traveling to the States. The Reform Bill passed the House and the Administration supports it. It most likely will pass the Senate and be signed into law by the President. https://www.travelgumbo.com/blo...-free-travel-program
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Temple Beth Tefilloh, Brunswick, Georgia (Where Gumbo was #376)
Gumbo was visiting Temple Beth Tefilloh in Brunswick, Georgia
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Visit Former Prison: Hobart Hotel Accommodation Or Port Arthur Hotel
A rather unique place to spend a holiday -- a resort in an old prison (sponsored content)
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UK activists: Cut short-haul flights
Environmental groups call for an end to short-haul domestic flights just as a flight tax cut that favors them is proposed.
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Berlin Wall Exhibit, Rapid City, South Dakota
One of America’s largest Berlin Wall exhibits is located in Rapid City. Samantha shares some of the wall's history and how it was taken down.
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Seattle's MoHAI: Two museums in one
PHeymont sees Seattle's MoHAI as almost two museums in one space, and takes a long look at the 'history' side.
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The Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh
PHeymont visits the unusual new seat of Scotland's legislature and listens in on an old-fashioned debate
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Split Draws the Crowds
Split is the second-largest city in Croatia after the capital, Zagreb, and it shows.
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France: Baking up a fight over bread and hours
French law, French tradition and what some perceive as "modern times" are leading to a clash in France over laws mandating that artisan trades—and that includes the bread bakers—must close for at least one day a week.
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Who are we when we travel?
Gumbo's Picture of the Day for April 13th, above, is an image I made nearly 55 years ago, on my first trip to Paris: a man sleeping on the ground at a side entrance to the National Assembly building.
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LBJ Presidential Library: Considering the Legacy
On a visit to the Lyndon Johnson Library, Marilyn remembers the events and emotions of a controversial Presidency