Fares are changing (HART & PSTA)

Post was created on 11/09/2023. If you use the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority &/or Hillsborough Transit Authority systems, you may already be aware that both agencies allow for contactless payment methods such as contactless debit & credit cards, as well as mobile wallet apps such as Google Pay, to be used to pay fares. TheContinue reading "Fares are changing (HART & PSTA)"

What’s New? – 10/31/2023

Hi everyone! I apologize for the period of downtime with the Global Transit Guidebook website. I had to work on getting some things in order so that I am able to provide new content & a stable website experience for all. With that being said, let's take a look at the improvements that I wasContinue reading "What’s New? – 10/31/2023"

GTG On The Move – Spring 2023

Volume 1 - Issue 1 Welcome to GTG On The Move, where I'll be highlighting some transit news & happenings from across the globe! I'm going to try & make these newsletter type posts every quarter as a way to cover things that I may not otherwise cover elsewhere through my normal blog posts orContinue reading "GTG On The Move – Spring 2023"

No New Funding Equals…​Severe Service Cuts & Brutal Fare Hikes

Post was created on 05/08/2023. The future of public transportation in the United States is very grim right now The Coronavirus pandemic of 2020 decimated transit ridership across the globe as mass lockdowns prompted most of the world's populace to hunker down at home. Public transportation was seen as an essential service during this timeContinue reading "No New Funding Equals…​Severe Service Cuts & Brutal Fare Hikes"

Getting Around Pinellas During Spring Break 2023

Avoid parking & traffic hassles, use transit this Spring Break! It's hard to believe that March is here (well, almost as of the publishing of this post)! And when we talk about March, we talk about the rush of college students & families from all across Pinellas County & beyond to enjoy the county's award-winningContinue reading "Getting Around Pinellas During Spring Break 2023"

Gasparilla 2023

Post created on 1/18/2023Updated on 1/27/2023 Yep, it’s that time again, for the annual Gasparilla Pirate Festival! The Parade of the Pirates brings in hundreds of revelers each year, & along with that…tons and tons of roadway closures. So here’s what you need to know if you plan on attending the parade on Saturday, January 28, 2023,Continue reading "Gasparilla 2023"

PSTA February, 2023 Service Changes

Post Created: 01/16/2023. The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) will be enacting scheduling changes on Sunday, February 5, 2023. While most of the changes will be limited to minor running time changes to help improve on-time performance, Route 9 will see the addition of a couple of new early AM runs during weekdays. Route 9Continue reading "PSTA February, 2023 Service Changes"

The Back to School 2022 Post

Always be aware of the school buses! It's time for students to return to school - & the school buses to hit the roads once again. Well folks! It's that time again! Time for many people to head back to school! & whether you're a college student attending one of the local colleges or universities,Continue reading "The Back to School 2022 Post"

Join the Global Transit Guidebook Virtual Community on Discord!

Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, I was heavily relying on Facebook to create a virtual community for fellow transit enthusiasts, riders, & advocates. As the height of the pandemic lockdowns plagued the globe, many were turning to the Discord platform - which was originally aimed at connecting online gamers with their respective audiences.With the attemptContinue reading "Join the Global Transit Guidebook Virtual Community on Discord!"