It’s that time again, that time where we all gather with our families for Thanksgiving. Now, this year is going to be a bit different with some retail stores being open on Thanksgiving Day. However, most transit districts will be keeping in the tradition of running limited weekend-level services on Thursday, November 28, 2013, withContinueContinue reading “Thanksgiving Weekend 2013 Holiday Services”
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HART’s November 17, 2013 service changes
Last week, Hillsborough Area Regional Transit unveiled updated schedules for its November, 2013 service change/markup cycle. This round of changes will become effective on Sunday, November 17, 2013, and will affect routes 2, 4, 5, 6, 12, 14, 30, 37, 47LX, and 57. Among the biggest changes; the addition of OWL service to several routesContinueContinue reading “HART’s November 17, 2013 service changes”
Please help those in need in the Philippines!
As many of you know, the Philippines (which is my home country) was struck by a powerful Category 5 hurricane (typhoon) this past weekend (making landfall on Saturday, November 9). The storm, named Haiyan (though its known in the Philippines as Yolanda) caused catastrophic damage throughout the provincial islands of Samar and Leyte. The overall deathContinueContinue reading “Please help those in need in the Philippines!”
Veterans Day Salute 2013
Yes, Veterans Day here in the US is here! In this post, I want to take a few moments to thank all of those who are currently serving in our nation’s military, as well as those who have served in the past! I personally know many people, friends and family, who have served at oneContinueContinue reading “Veterans Day Salute 2013”
Veterans Day Holiday Transit Schedule
Veterans Day will be on Monday, November 11, 2013. Unlike most Federal holidays, where transit services are typically limited to weekend-level services, most transit districts tend to operate on a typical weekday schedule on Veterans Day, with some districts operating weekday services with modifications. One exception is HART, which typically runs Saturday-level local bus services onContinueContinue reading “Veterans Day Holiday Transit Schedule”
Proposed revisions to HART Route 46
Post Updated on November 11, 2013. HART’s Route 46 has undergone many changes throughout the years. Back when it was first implemented, the route only served the Port of Tampa/Hookers Point and Davis Island (comprising of two loops on either end). As more service towards Brandon was needed, Route 46 began to extend along CausewayContinueContinue reading “Proposed revisions to HART Route 46”
A CALL TO ACTION! The Florida Department of Transportation is proposing WHAT?
Disclaimer: While this posting may have political themes to it, this post is NOT meant to be political. All I am doing is conveying my views on the matter. Therefore, I ask that you please be considerate about what you post. This blog is moderated, and all comments must be approved by the administrator before they’reContinueContinue reading “A CALL TO ACTION! The Florida Department of Transportation is proposing WHAT?”
A co-branded livery hits the Paris Metro – Part 3
In my 3rd installment covering the MF 2001 subway railcars in Paris, I am very delighted to report that four of these railcars are now in revenue service operation on Line 9 of Paris Metro! For the past few weeks, the RATP has been finishing up final preparations to allow the use of the MFContinueContinue reading “A co-branded livery hits the Paris Metro – Part 3”
WEBSITE MILESTONE: Surpassing the 100 (daily) views mark!
Happy Wednesday everyone! For the first time since my website’s inception, the number of daily website visits has surpassed the 100 views mark! And not only that, but my website broke this record TWICE in two days straight! On Monday, October 14, 2013, my site had a total of 103 views! On Tuesday, October, 15, 2013, my siteContinueContinue reading “WEBSITE MILESTONE: Surpassing the 100 (daily) views mark!”
CTA Red Line South Reconstruction comes to a close
The Chicago Transit Authority (or CTA) in Chicago, IL has an extensive elevated rail system that runs from the heart of downtown to points south, west, and north. One of the system’s busiest “El” lines is the Red Line, which carries thousands of commuters to and from the downtown core each day. Red Line serviceContinueContinue reading “CTA Red Line South Reconstruction comes to a close”
The Global Transit Guidebook 