Here’s this week’s round-up of travel news, tips and info that we found to be the most interesting and helpful. Don’t miss the article on how to find the most comfortable airline seat. If you are flying any time soon, you can definitely use this to your advantage. Also, feel free to use the comment section to let us know if we left out any articles that should have made it into this week’s roundup. Enjoy!
NTSB Asks To Monitor Pilots’ Talk In Cockpits
http://www.usatoday.com/travel/flights/2010-02-23-recorders_N.htm
Government investigators are looking into routinely recording pilots’ conversations in the cockpit to make sure they are focusing on their job. This has led to anger amongst pilot unions who think this is an invasion of privacy. Check out this article to learn more.
The World’s 18 Strangest Airports
http://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/transportation/4346192.html?page=1
When designing airports, engineers need to ensure the structure is as safe as can be for pilots and passengers alike. Sometimes, this requires extra creativity to make the best use of the space they have. Take a look at this article to see the world’s strangest airport designs.
How To Find The Most Comfortable Airline Seat
http://www.usatoday.com/travel/deals/inside/2010-02-25-airplane-seats_N.htm
Airline seats seem to be getting smaller and smaller as the years go by. However, there are ways to make sure you end up with one of the more comfortable seats on your next flight. This article gives you all the information you need to find one of these seats on your next flight.
Magazine Ranks Most Bike-Friendly Cities
http://intransit.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/02/23/magazine-ranks-most-bike-friendly-cities/
Do you like to bring your bike along with you when traveling, but aren’t sure which cities are the most bike friendly? Take a look at this article to learn about the most bike-friendly cities for visitors.
Leaving The Trash Behind
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/02/23/business/energy-environment/23recycle.html
Recycling is a large problem at airports and has the potential to create environmental problems. Even though most airports have recycling receptacles available, airport procedures often make it hard for travelers to use the system properly. However, the environmental group Green America has now begun a campaign to assess this problem.
Dos and Don’t In The Developing World
http://www.gadling.com/2010/02/22/dos-and-donts-in-the-developing-world/
Traveling to other countries can be a huge culture shock for many people. In order to make sure your next international trip goes as planned, plan ahead. Take a look at this article for some tips on what to do and not to do in the developing world.
