By the time January rolls around, it’s normal for people to feel the post-holiday blues, and the cold and dreary weather does little to help. Escaping to a warm and sunny location is often the perfect boost to make it through the rest of the cold season, and keep those spirits up. That’s why this month’s CheckMyBus connection is
National Parks Promote Eco-Tourism with Electric Buses
In response to increased yearly traffic, Yosemite National Park has recently decided to incorporate two electric buses into its fleet. The buses, produced by Proterra Catalyst, are battery electric and produce zero emissions in contrast to Yosemite’s current fleet of diesel-electric hybrid shuttles. The new electric buses could have the potential to
Megabus Comes to the Rescue after American Airlines Scheduling Mishap
The holiday season can be a very stressful time, with organizing family gatherings and rushing to get shopping done in time. Needless to say, traveling can be especially stressful during this time with the high density of people trying to be home for Christmas. Unfortunately, due to a glitch in the
Robot Buses and Flying Cars: What Does the Future Hold?
Technological Innovations seem to know no bound, and popular staples of science fiction, such as self-driving buses and flying cars might make a stop in reality sooner than we think. The transport sector is constantly evolving with innovations, such as electric buses, which are becoming more and more
Bustling Cities, Ancient Temples and Wild Jungles: Choose your Path through Southeast Asia
Filled to the brim with exquisite mountain views, bustling urban centers, and fascinating history, Southeast Asia offers more than you can possibly cram into a two-week vacation. Unfortunately, it’s simply impossible to see it all in one go. Prioritizing and compromising the sights at the top of your list is essential to
European Bus Provider heads for America’s highways: FlixBus expands to the US in 2018
“Next stop: Hollywood!” This could be the next announcement from one of Germany’s leading bus providers, Flixbus, as it plans to expand beyond Europe’s borders for the first time. A small team is already based in Los Angeles, California to probe the situation. The proposed expansion will be
Arizona: One of America’s Best Value Travel Destinations
From painted deserts to petrified forests, and of course the world famous Grand Canyon, Arizona has been named one of the best values in travel by Lonely Planet. The south western state’s consistently dry and warm climate makes it an ideal travel destination for people looking to escape the chilly winter months while offering
Passports Required for Domestic US Flights
Up until now, Americans have been able to freely fly from state to state using only their state issued IDs, such as a driver’s license. However, new regulations administered by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will change this for certain states, requiring citizens to carry a passport, or similar documentation, when
Baidu’s Self-Driving Bus of the Future
Imagine getting on a bus that drives itself. It sounds like something out of a science fiction novel, but could easily become a reality within the next couple years. The chief executive of the Chinese internet company, Baidu recently announced in an interview at Wall Street Journal’s D Live Conference that the company is planning to
Peter Pan and Greyhound Bolster Services After Splitting Up
Last month, Peter Pan ended its 19-year partnership with Greyhound to operate independently again. Peter Pan’s decision to break away was mostly grounded in the belief the operator could better provide optimal service with its own autonomy. Since the separation, both companies have prepared for competition with one another, hiringmore staff and investing in more routes throughout the Northeast corridor. Consequently, passengers can look forward to added benefits from both providers, such as paperless boarding, a larger selection of routes, increased frequency for existing routes, and competitive fares. Peter Pan Blazes Ahead Peter Pan’s CEO, Peter Picknelly has expressed the bus operator’s commitment to the Northeast corridor, its routes, and…