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…
Beautiful Sights for Fall Foliage in the Northeast
It’s no secret that the fall is a very special time for the northeastern states. Apple cider doughnuts, pumpkins, Halloween costumes, and Thanksgiving feasts are some of the season’s most beloved traditions, but what really makes the fall such a unique time of the year is the changing color of the leaves. People travel
Fuel Prices and the Future of Intercity Buses in the United States
Times have been challenging for the intercity bus market in the United States. Between lower fuel prices tempting more potential passengers to drive their cars, and cheaper rates from airplanes, many bus providers have lost revenue over the past year. During the first half of 2017, intercity bus traffic is estimated to have
Peter Pan Ends 19 Year Partnership with Greyhound
For nearly twenty years, Greyhound buses partnered with Peter Pan throughout the east coast, allowing customers to purchase tickets for either operator from the same gate. However, Peter Pan has announced on its website that as of September 27
Travel at the Speed of Sleep with Bus Hotels
With nearly 400 miles between Los Angeles and San Francisco, traveling between these two famous California cities can be quite a hassle. Whether you’re a tourist with a limited amount of time, or are a working professional who regularly does business in both cities, finding an easier and more efficient way to make this journey would
Connecting Rural America to Public Transportation
Between the large urban centers, like New York, Chicago and Los Angeles, are countless rural communities that are often cut off from major bus routes. For people in small towns and villages, driving by car is often the only way to get from place to place, however this isn’t always an option. The elderly, disabled, and people
The Benefits of Ecological Tourism
Being mindful of the environment is just as important when traveling as it is in our day-to-day lives back home. The tourism sector has an environmental, cultural and economic impact that can be felt around the world. The goal of ecological tourism is to minimize the negative effects traveling can have
#Canada150: Discover Canada’s most beautiful cities by bus
This year marks the 150th anniversary of Canada – or to be more precise: of the Canadian Confederation. Although the biggest celebrations were held on Canada Day, the country will basically celebrate until the end of 2017 and there’s a lot to discover. If you’re into nature, for instance, Canadian national parks
Visit Frank Lloyd Wright’s most famous buildings
This year marks the 150th birthday of Frank Lloyd Wright, the presumably most famous American architect. While many of his early buildings are predominantly located in the Chicago area, some of his more famous edifices can be found all over the US. Wright’s design, which is commonly referred to as organic architecture
Hydrogen buses to debut at Tokyo 2020
Toyota decided to bet on hydrogen as an alternative fuel some years ago. As the next big step in its strategy, the Japanese company will introduce a fleet of 100 fuel cell transportation vehicles in time for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The new buses, which are expected to become part of the City, were already launched earlier this year, with the aim of acclimatizing Tokyoites to their use.