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Beyond the Runways: The Story of Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport
The Atlanta Airport Atrium serves as a gateway to other areas and a gathering place for travelers . The world’s busiest airport is located on what in the Eighteenth Century was part of Creek Indian Territory . Over one 150 years later, the Atlanta Speedway opened on that site in 1909. However, the track failed to attract consistent crowds after its opening, which resulted in significant debt for its majority shareholder, business tycoon Asa Candler, Sr., founder of the Coca-

G. Rhodes
4 days ago5 min read


A Visit to California's Capital City
The CA state capital lies in the Central Valley at the junction of the American and Sacramento Rivers. When business called me to Sacramento a number of years ago, I was delighted as it was one of our American cities that I had not yet had the pleasure of visiting. It proved to be a great locale for a weekend meeting and I was fortunate in having some free time to explore. Sacramento’s an historic city and it began with John Sutter's establishment of Sutter's Fort in 1839 , w

G. Rhodes
Nov 15 min read


Flight Attendants Through the Years
In the early years, those wishing to fly put up with uncomfortable seats and no real safety equipment. At the dawn of commercial aviation, flying was an exclusive experience, reserved for the wealthy and adventurous. Passengers traveled in small, unpressurized cabins, and flying was considered more of a novelty than a necessity. Among the many changes that have shaped the airline industry, one of the most fascinating transformations has been the evolution of the role we now c

G. Rhodes
Oct 255 min read


To Helsinki - Pearl of the Baltic
Helsinki embodies the best of Scandinavia with its balance of urban development and green space. When I received news some years ago that a business trip to Helsinki was in the cards for me, I was justifiably anxious to begin my travels. Personally, the nations and cities of Scandinavia always held great allure. Their enormous popularity may be attributed to the region’s high quality of life, social and economic stability, stunning natural landscapes, and a reputation for saf

G. Rhodes
Oct 186 min read


New Arrival and Departure Initiatives
The new initiative will save time and reshape how international travelers move through US airports. The US Transportation Security...

G. Rhodes
Oct 115 min read


Captivating Barcelona
Nestled within mountains along the Mediterranean coast, Barcelona emerges as a vibrant metropolis. I’d heard for years about how...

G. Rhodes
Oct 45 min read


The Exceptional Jet Engine
Today's modern turbofan jet engines generate great thrust by moving a large mass of air rearward. If you’ve ever taken a moment to look...

G. Rhodes
Sep 274 min read


Our Journey Along the Bourbon Trail
American White Oak Bourbon barrels are charred inside to impart flavor and color during aging. After a good night’s sleep at...

G. Rhodes
Sep 206 min read


What Happened to the Flight Engineer?
Flight engineers were system experts, ensuring the aircraft operated safely and efficiently during flight. Today, aircraft typically...

G. Rhodes
Sep 135 min read


Jetting Off to Bluegrass Country
There are 162 seats in the main cabin of the B737-900ER, each of which is further back.. Visiting Kentucky’s renowned Bourbon Trail has...

G. Rhodes
Sep 65 min read


Why Denver Built a New Airport
DEN is adjacent to the snow-capped Rockies and is located on the western edge of the Great Plains. Although Denver International Airport...

G. Rhodes
Aug 305 min read


Airliners International at Atlanta
Presented by the World Airline Historical Society, Atlanta was the group's 49th annual meeting. Several years ago, I discovered an...

G. Rhodes
Aug 236 min read


A History of Commercial Flight
Only a dream for thousands of years, flying is now considered to be routine in all parts of the world. Flying has become the transport of...

G. Rhodes
Aug 165 min read


Home from Alaska
Once in Seward, Silversea docks at the Dale R. Lindsey Alaska Railroad Intermodal Facility . Our journey home from Alaska started with...

G. Rhodes
Aug 96 min read


The Most Luxurious Sleeper Trains
Travel by rail is a great way to go, with vast and easy-to-use train networks all over the world. Long distance train travel comes with...

G. Rhodes
Aug 26 min read


Cruising Aboard the Silver Nova
This is a sight we were not privileged to witness on our brown bear excursion in Icy Straight Point, AK. We were still cruising when we...

G. Rhodes
Jul 265 min read


Diversions and Maine's Bangor Airport
Bangor excels in handling diverted aircraft quickly, with its efficient customs processing and refueling. The word 'international' in the...

G. Rhodes
Jul 205 min read


Cruising to Alaska
Medallion Suites are spacious, with separate living and sleeping areas and many luxurious amenities. Shortly after arriving at Suite...

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Jul 125 min read


All the Reasons Why
Airlines follow specific procedures primarily for the safety of passengers, crew, and the aircraft itself. How much do you really know...

G. Rhodes
Jul 55 min read


Our Brief Stay in Vancouver
The hotel lobby welcomed visitors with a calming color palette featuring warm bronze and dark oak. The contemporary feel of the JW...

G. Rhodes
Jun 285 min read
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