US Airways begins returning delayed planes to the gate as it practices for new government rule

US Airways starts tarmac delay response early

TEMPE, Ariz. – US Airways is getting an early start in dealing with new rules requiring airlines to let passengers off the plane after a three-hour delay.
The new rule starting April 29 means airlines risk big fines if they keep passengers on the tarmac more than three hours. To … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : US Airways begins returning delayed planes to the gate as it practices for new government rule.

Charlotte-Douglas airport security bottleneck tightens, checkpoint closed to install screeners

Security upgrades mean delays at Charlotte airport

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Airline travelers in the Carolinas should expect longer waits as security is upgraded at Charlotte-Douglas International Airport.
Multiple media outlets report that officials plan to close a security checkpoint Monday through the end of April to install full-body scanners.
Charlotte is one of a new wave of airports …. Source  : Charlotte-Douglas airport security bottleneck tightens, checkpoint closed to install screeners.

Tourists back at Machu Picchu after 2 month closure

Tourists back at Machu Picchu
MACHU PICCHU, Peru – Tourists are back at Machu Picchu, which reopened after a two-month closure due to floods that washed out the rail link to the mountaintop ruins.

But officials say the entire route is not expected to reopen until June. Until then, tourists can travel by bus from Cuzco to …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Tourists back at Machu Picchu after 2 month closure.

Aspen Mountain extends ski season for 2 more weekends in April

Aspen Mountain extends ski season by 2 weekends

ASPEN, Colo. – Aspen Skiing Co. says there’s been enough snow and cold temperatures to extend the ski season at Aspen Mountain for two more weekends.
Aspen Mountain planned to close April 11, but resort officials said Tuesday that lifts also would run for the weekends of April 17-18 … Original article on : Aspen Mountain extends ski season for 2 more weekends in April.

NC Museum of Art previews new, light-filled building that will house nearly 750 pieces

Light-filled building opens at NC Museum of Art

RALEIGH, N.C. – The North Carolina Museum of Art’s new building marries light and white in a way that designers say shows off the works to their best advantage, leaving nothing to color visitors’ view of the art.
The 127,000-square-foot expansion opens to the public April 24, but reporters … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : NC Museum of Art previews new, light-filled building that will house nearly 750 pieces.

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Online Booking

TIRUMALA, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — Tirumala Tirupati is a famous Hindu shrine, situated at Andhra Pradesh. Devotees from different parts of the country visit this holy place each year. Tirupati Tirumala Devasthanam (TTD) is an online ticket service provider that assist pilgrims with e-ticket for their visit to one of the most sacred religious place …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Online Booking.

How to avoid headaches when flying with kids? Beware of upgrades, embrace technology

Avoid headaches _ and fees _ when flying with kids

NEW YORK – Flying with small children is an expensive and exhausting endeavor. Today’s fuller flights, tighter security and abundance of fees can amplify that. Here are some tips to simplify your trip with little ones – from checking in to landing at your destination.
CHECKING IN
When …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : How to avoid headaches when flying with kids? Beware of upgrades, embrace technology.

As traffic picks up, Southwest sweetens frequent-flier offer to lure more travelers

Southwest sweetens offer to lure travelers

DALLAS – Traffic on the nation’s airlines has been picking up, but carriers are still offering fare sales and other inducements to keep the fragile recovery in travel moving ahead.
The latest example is Southwest Airlines Co., which said Wednesday it would give members of its frequent-flier program free travel after … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : As traffic picks up, Southwest sweetens frequent-flier offer to lure more travelers.

Outdoor, weekend tours start at Frank Lloyd Wright’s estate in Spring Green

Weekend tours start at Taliesin
SPRING GREEN, Wis. – Frank Lloyd Wright’s estate, Taliesin, has started its preseason tours in south central Wisconsin.

The famous architect used the property in Spring Green as a laboratory of sorts, changing and expanding it until he died in 1959.
The National Park Service declared Taliesin a National Historic Landmark in 1976.
Wright … Original source on Gaea Times at : Outdoor, weekend tours start at Frank Lloyd Wright’s estate in Spring Green.

‘Erotic’ painting disowned by Picasso expected to have US debut in major exhibit at NYC museum

Disowned Picasso painting to have US debut in NYC

NEW YORK – A painting disowned by Pablo Picasso is expected to have its U.S. debut in a major exhibit of his work at New York City’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, though it’s unlikely to be a highlight of the show.
Questions have been raised about the authenticity …. Original article  : ‘Erotic’ painting disowned by Picasso expected to have US debut in major exhibit at NYC museum.

Smithsonian teams with QVC to create new jewelry line based on museum’s gem collections

Smithsonian announces new jewelry line with QVC

WASHINGTON – The Smithsonian Institution has agreed to license its renowned gem and jewelry collection for a line of products with the TV shopping network QVC.
The deal announced Thursday will produce a jewelry line this fall. It will be based on the National Gem and Mineral Collection at the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Smithsonian teams with QVC to create new jewelry line based on museum’s gem collections.

At Sept. 11 museum, candle-filled shrines and World Trade Center steel portray post-9/11 NYC

9/11 museum exhibits show NY vigils, WTC cleanup

NEW YORK – The shrines of candles and flowers and the broken pieces of steel standing at ground zero became iconic images of post-Sept. 11 New York in the weeks after the terrorist attack.
Visitors to the planned memorial museum will see re-creations of the vigils and makeshift memorials …. Source  : At Sept. 11 museum, candle-filled shrines and World Trade Center steel portray post-9/11 NYC.

Michelle Obama, on cover of Conde Nast Traveler magazine, lists favorite DC-area destinations

Michelle Obama on cover of Conde Nast Traveler mag
NEW YORK – Michelle Obama says the Newseum and historic attractions like Monticello are among her daughters’ favorite places to visit in Washington and the surrounding area, according to a cover story in the May issue of Conde Nast Traveler magazine called “Mrs. …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Oxirail Railway India: Online Ticket Booking

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — Oxirail is a reputed platform for e-ticket booking. OxiRail is very helpful for the railway enquirers who can get various information like the availability of different classes along with fare, Reservation choice berth, Delete option in Advance Ticket Order and Print ticket with/without Oxirail receipt.

Oxigen was started in July 2004 …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

India opens nearly 100 Himalayan peaks for foreign climbers in Kashmir, says official

India opens Himalayan peaks to foreigners
SRINAGAR, India – Foreigners will be allowed to climb nearly 100 high-altitude Himalayan peaks for the first time on the Indian side of Kashmir, an official said Friday.

The move by the Indian government to allow foreign climbers follows a significant decline in violence by insurgent groups in the region since … Read more : India opens nearly 100 Himalayan peaks for foreign climbers in Kashmir, says official.