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Obama, Romney steer clear of auto bailout, transportation funding in debate
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President Barack Obama and Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney largely avoided talk of the 2008 and 2009 bailouts of the U.S. auto industry, which have played a central role in their contentious campaign, in their first debate in Denver.
Obama has repeatedly used Romney's opposition to the $80 billion that was loaned to General Motors and Chrysler in 2008 and 2009 to paint the former Massachusetts governor as out of touch with working class voters.
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The Saucon TDS Enterprise System allows you to easily and effectively monitor your fleet remotely including vehicle location, fuel levels, engine diagnostics, tire pressure and more. Offered by ABC Companies, Saucon TDS is a leading mobile resource management system. Learn more about Saucon TDS and view all ABC parts specials.
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National Archives marks anniversaries with new exhibits
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The 150th Anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation will be commemorated by the National Archives in Washington, D.C., with a free special display of the original document from Dec. 30 to Jan. 1.
Marking the 50th anniversary of the Cuban Missile Crisis, a new exhibition, "To the Brink: JFK and the Cuban Missile Crisis," will open in D.C. on Oct. 12 and will run through Feb. 3. It then travels to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston from April 12 to Nov. 11, 2013.
Annual ADA reports due from all motorcoach operators by Oct. 29
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Under ADA regulations, over-the-road bus companies must submit three types of reports annually by the last Monday of every October, including an Annual Summary Report of Accessible Service Requests, Annual Lift Use Summary and an annual report of OTRBs purchased/leased and overall fleet data.
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Fairfield is conveniently situated between San Francisco and Sacramento just outside Napa Valley making it an ideal location to visit countless historic, world famous destinations and attractions without having to pack up and move every night! Come enjoy and explore Fairfield, California! more
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AB 45, consumption of alcoholic beverages on charter buses, signed into law by California governor on Sept. 23
Chauvel News
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The law amends various sections of the California Public Utilities Code and Vehicle Code to better control and delegate responsibility for consumption of alcoholic beverages in charter and party buses.
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Katrina victims take on hurricane tour operators
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About 9 million people visit New Orleans each year, mostly to see its stately homes along oak-lined avenues, dine at its renowned restaurants and take in the jazz and ribaldry of Bourbon Street. But Katrina's devastation in August 2005 unleashed an unexpected cottage tourism industry, drawing a daily parade of rubbernecking tourists for a close-up look at the city's hard-hit Lower Ninth Ward. Now some New Orleans residents and city officials are pushing back against tour operators.
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Fire experts convene in Chicago
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Vehicle fire experts from around the world met in Chicago Sept. 27-28 for a symposium on the causes of
and solutions for fires in vehicles. The Second International Fire in Vehicles Conference was attended by
165 experts from industry and government agencies.
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Your guests can satisfy their curiosities about life behind bars and discover art, culture, festivals, events, wineries, farms and the beauty of nature. MORE
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Motorcoach industry celebrates life of Jack Pharr
Dignity Memorial
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Jack Pharr of Mint Hill passed away Sept. 16. He was 94 years old. He was born in Belmont, Miss., Oct. 23, 1917, one of 11 children. During his life he was part of the CCC program until finding work in North Carolina as a bus driver.
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Older travelers become a potential profit center for travel and hospitality industry
Gaebler.com
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The population of people age 65 and older is at an all-time high, creating opportunities for hotel chains to profit from a new influx of older travelers crisscrossing the nation's highways and byways. Citing U.S. Census data, Stan Turkel reports that there are currently more Americans ages 65 and older than at any other time in history.
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After a slack period, hotels are sprucing up
The New York Times
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Hotel owners in the United States are increasing their spending on improvements to their properties this year, upgrading guest rooms, restaurants, technology and other amenities. A new survey of owners estimated that spending would reach $5 billion this year, the most since 2008 and up from $3.75 billion last year. Capital expenditures fell to $3.3 billion in 2009 in the depths of the recession and dropped further to $2.7 billion in 2010.
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The Cultural Plaza will thrill visitors with the wonder of Florida’s natural beginnings at the Florida Museum and the treasures of the New Asian Wing at the Harn Museum, one of the largest university art museums. Have lunch and then see a show at the Phillips Center.
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While the beach is the destination of choice for most, a lot of visitors want to trade sand for trails, and Panama City Beach lets them do just that. Whether it’s hiking and biking or kayaking and fishing, we have the parks and waters to satisfy any outdoor enthusiast.
Get outside at visitpanamacitybeach.com
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For a group setting that truly inspires, come to the Pocono Mountains. With 2400 square miles of natural beauty, charming towns and unique attractions to explore, there's something for everyone. Victorian Villages and Outdoor Adventure nestled in northeastern Pennsylvania only 90 minutes from NYC and Philadelphia. Resorts, Hotels and Country Inns offering genuine hospitality in a mountain setting
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Northwest Motorcoach Association convention and 'Roadeo' competition a success
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The Northwest Motorcoach Association, which serves motorcoach companies in Washington, Oregon and Idaho, recently concluded its 13th annual convention and "Roadeo" in Richland, Wash.
Meeting Oct. 2-4, the group discussed the state of the group travel industry in the Pacific Northwest; conducted association business, including the appointments of new board members; and celebrated their annual Driver Roadeo.
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Scott Williams named Newseum vice president of marketing
Newseum
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Scott Williams, former vice president of marketing and media for Elvis Presley Enterprises Inc., has been named vice president of marketing for the Newseum.
Williams's appointment was announced by James C. Duff, president and CEO of the Freedom Forum and CEO of the Newseum. The Freedom Forum, which operates the Newseum, champions the First Amendment as a cornerstone of democracy.
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ABA webinar on niche markets and attracting LGBT travelers set for Oct. 16
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In this dynamic, informative and fun session presented by Ed Salvato you will learn about what makes the LGBT traveler segment, which spends over $70 billion domestically each year on travel, a dream market. Register here.
ABA Foundation raises more than $10,000 on Cape Cod
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The American Bus Association Foundation raised more than $10,000 to support research and scholarships during the ABA's recent board of directors meeting the week of Sept. 17 on Cape Cod.
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ABA seeks nominations for Lifetime Achievement Award
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The ABA Lifetime Achievement Award seeks to recognize individuals who have demonstrated significant dedication to the motorcoach, travel and tourism industry.
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Travel and associate members: Renew today for 2013
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As the 2012 membership year draws to a close for ABA's travel and associate members, ABA remains committed to providing you with the information, services and programs you need to keep your business strong. Renewing your 2013 membership with ABA, North America's leading motorcoach, tour and travel industry association, helps us preserve and promote a healthy environment for group travel in which your business can thrive.
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Reduce costs with an ABA Fuel Card
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Your ABA membership just got even more valuable. We're proud to partner with Fleet One to bring you the ABA Fuel Card. Whether your drivers take your clients across town or across the country, ABA and Fleet One can save you money, time and stress.
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ABA welcomes new members
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October 8, 2012 — new members
Help ABA give a warm welcome to these new members who recently joined the association. Be sure to print and add these companies to your 2012 ABA Motorcoach Marketer.
October edition of Motorcoach Travel News coming Oct. 15
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Oct. 29 is an important date for the American's with Disabilities Act. The law goes fully into effect and ABA will explain what it means to motorcoach companies.
For years in Washington, D.C., Greyhound has been headquartered at the First street, N.E. terminal. But in late September, Greyhound moves to historic Union Station where the huge facility will now truly be an intermodal transportation center, with Washington DC Metro, Motorcoaches, Amtrak, VRE and MARC rail all headquartered there. We'll have a report.
MTN will announce it will have a new sponsor and one minute regular feature. MCI joins the show with a regular report on the environmental benefits of riding on a motorcoach. This is now a monthly sponsored feature beginning in November. Welcome MCI.
ABA President and CEO Peter Pantuso will join us with the latest on Marketplace 2013 and some other big announcements. Pantuso also will discuss his recent testimony to Congress about Amtrak subsidies.
Marketplace means business and the author of a study on the business of Marketplace's economics explains why the show is so important.
The ABA is joining with the National Transportation Safety Board to hold a one-day seminar Jan. 10 in Charlotte, N.C. ABA will tell you why it's important to sign up and be a part of this great safety event.
Legendary singer Andy Williams who helped build the Branson, Mo., brand is remembered fondly.
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