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Military Access, Mobility & Safety Improvement Program Updates for Week of June 2, 2024

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Colorado Springs —­­­­ The Colorado Department of Transportation will temporarily close north- and southbound Interstate 25 between Santa Fe Avenue and Mesa Ridge Parkway, as part of the MAMSIP project to improve the I-25 roadway with a new asphalt surface. Crews will mill the roadway surface of northbound I-25 from Mile Point 127.75 to MP 128.34 on Monday night, June 3, and place new asphalt during nighttime hours on Tuesday, June 4 through Friday, June 7. Also, crews will mill the roadway surface of southbound I-25 from MP 128.34 to MP 127.75 to prepare for placement of new asphalt during nighttime hours on Tuesday, June 4 through Friday, June 7. These closures are necessary for the safety of the traveling public.

Temporary full closures of northbound I-25

• Monday, June 3 through Thursday, June 6, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.
• Friday, June 7, 8 p.m. to 10 a.m.

Temporary full closures of southbound I-25:

• Tuesday, June 4 through Thursday, June 6, 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Detours will be in place:

• Northbound I-25 traffic will exit at Santa Fe Avenue, turn north onto the CanAm Highway (US 85/87), travel to Mesa Ridge Parkway, turn west and re-enter I-25.
• Southbound I-25 traffic will exit at Mesa Ridge Parkway (exit 132A), travel to the CanAm Highway (US 85/87), turn south and continue to Santa Fe Avenue to re-enter I-25 (MP 128).

The speed limit in this area has been reduced to 60 MPH. Traffic delays of 10 to 15 minutes are expected and motorists are urged to use extra caution while traveling in the area. Fines will be doubled through the construction zone.

On Monday, June 3, 7 p.m. to 5 a.m., there will be a nighttime northbound I-25 right lane closure at South Academy Boulevard for work on the bridge abutment walls.

El Paso County – MAMSIP – South Academy Boulevard Widening Project

Northbound South Academy Boulevard will be temporarily closed between US 85/87 and Bradley Road on Friday, June 7 at 7 p.m. until Monday, June 10 at 6 a.m. to allow crews to install drainage pipes across the roadway. A detour will be in place:

• Northbound South Academy Boulevard traffic will exit to US 85/87, travel south and turn left onto Fontaine Boulevard, travel east and turn left onto Grinnell Boulevard, travel north and turn left onto Bradley Road, travel west and turn right onto the on-ramp to northbound South Academy Boulevard.

A shift to a temporary on-ramp for drivers entering northbound South Academy Boulevard from US 85/87 is ongoing as crews will perform work on roadway, drainage and utilities in the area. The ramp lane width will be reduced to 12 feet and speeds will be reduced to 30 MPH. This closure will be in effect approximately until Fall.

Motorists are advised to use caution at all entrance ramps as merge lengths have been shortened. In particular, motorists should be prepared to stop on the US 85/87 on-ramp to eastbound South Academy  and the Bradley Road on-ramp to eastbound South Academy since merge area is greatly reduced.

All lanes of Bradley Road under South Academy Boulevard are shifted to the center of the roadway ongoing to allow crews to perform work on new bridge piers.

A left lane closure is ongoing for northbound and southbound South Academy Boulevard over Bradley Road to allow crews to perform bridge work.

These closures are weather dependent and subject to change.

Traffic Impacts

I-25 between US 85/Fountain (MP 127) and South Academy Boulevard (MP 135)

• Monday, June 3 through Thursday, June 6, 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.
• Monday, June 3, 7 p.m. to 5 a.m.

South Academy Boulevard Widening Project

• Temporary full closure of northbound South Academy Boulevard between US 85/87 and Bradley Road. Use detour route.
• Ongoing full closure of existing northbound South Academy Boulevard on-ramp from US 85/87 and shift to temporary on-ramp, in place for approx. 5 to 6 months
• Ongoing northbound and southbound left lane closure at South Academy Boulevard over Bradley Road
• Ongoing shift of all lanes on Bradley Road under South Academy Boulevard bridge

Project Overview

Interstate-25 – Safety and Efficiency Improvements

The improvements to I-25 addressed in this project are located along an approximately 7.5-mile segment of south I-25 beginning at South Academy Boulevard and extending to the Santa Fe Avenue (U.S. 85/87) exit at Fountain (MP 128), which exits to Gate 19 of Fort Carson. The project includes:

• Replacement of two bridges crossing over South Academy Boulevard
• Widening of both inside and outside shoulders and installing safety improvements
• Concrete surface treatment overlay to provide an improved riding surface
• Installation of median barrier
• Rehab and widening work on four bridges
• Installation of an I-25 southbound deceleration lane at the interchange with CO 16

The improvements to South Academy Boulevard in this project are located on South Academy Boulevard at the southern mile and a half of this arterial road from the I-25 interchange, crossing U.S. Highway 85/87, and continuing to the road’s approach to Milton Proby Parkway (which connects to Powers Boulevard/CO 21). Construction focuses on widening an approximately 1.5-mile section of South Academy Boulevard from two lanes to three in each direction to alleviate recurring congestion. The project includes improved drainage facilities, lighting, striping, and expanded shoulders, modified merge lanes, sound walls and bridgework. The project is expected to be complete by early 2026. This project is managed by El Paso County.

Safety Benefits

CDOT conducted a safety assessment for the corridor to evaluate the magnitude and nature of safety problems and analyze the causes of crashes. These transportation improvements are mitigation measures to reduce crashes, improve infrastructure, and address physical deficiencies that contribute to crashes in the corridor. Over the next 20 years, the project is estimated to result in fewer deaths, injuries and crashes on the four MAMSIP corridors.

Project Contact Information

• Website: codot.gov/projects/militaryaccesssafetyimprovements
• Email: [email protected]
• Hotline: 719-800-2162
• Register for Alerts: Text MAMSIP to 888-970-9665

About the Military Access, Mobility & Safety Improvement Program Build Grant

Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has initiated a program to deliver more efficient and safer mobility along I-25, Colorado Highway 94, South Academy Boulevard, and Charter Oak Ranch Road, enabling economic stability and development. The Military Access, Mobility & Safety Improvement Program is partially funded through an $18 million BUILD grant award from the US Department of Transportation. The delivery of these improvements will strengthen and enhance the redundancy of strategic movement between the nationally significant El Paso County military installations of Fort Carson, Peterson Space Force Base, Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station, and Schriever Space Force Base.

Know Before You Go

Travelers are urged to “know before you go.” Gather information about weather forecasts and anticipated travel impacts and current road conditions prior to hitting the road. CDOT resources include:

• Road conditions and travel information: COtrip.org
• Download the COtrip Planner app: bit.ly/COtripapp
• Sign up for project or travel alerts: bit.ly/COnewsalerts
• See scheduled construction lane closures: bit.ly/laneclosures
• Connect with @ColoradoDOT on social media: Twitter , Facebook , Instagram and YouTube

Remember: Slow For The Cone Zone

The following tips are to help you stay safe while traveling through maintenance and construction work zones.

• Do not speed in work zones. Obey the posted speed limits.
• Stay Alert! Expect the unexpected.
• Watch for workers. Drive with caution.
• Don't change lanes unnecessarily.
• Avoid using mobile devices such as phones while driving in work zones.
• Turn on headlights so that workers and other drivers can see you.
• Be especially alert at night while driving in work zones.
• Expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
• Allow ample space between you and the car in front of you.
• Anticipate lane shifts and merge when directed to do so.
• Be patient!

Download the COtrip App!

The new free COtrip Planner mobile app was designed to meet the growing trend of information on mobile and tablet devices for the traveling public. The COtrip Planner app provides statewide, real-time traffic information, and works on mobile devices that operate on the iOS and Android platforms. Visit the Google Play Store (Android devices) or the Apple Store (iOS devices) to download!

Nothing will eat you: What you should know before visiting Tasmania

• Tasmania is an island off the southern coast of Australia.
• The island is known for its pristine wilderness, rugged coastlines and captivating wildlife.
• American travelers will find themselves instantly at ease in Tasmania, but don't be fooled – the island's allure lies in its ability to surprise and inspire with breathtaking sights.

The U.S. is teeming with beautiful landscapes, but there's something to be said about experiencing the power of nature halfway across the world.

Embarking on a journey to Tasmania, Australia, is like stepping into a realm where the familiar meets the extraordinary. For first-time visitors looking to start ticking bucket list destinations, Tasmania offers a unique blend of comfort and adventure – with a welcoming g'day. Nestled off the southern coast of the mainland, Tasmania boasts pristine wilderness, rugged coastlines and captivating wildlife.

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With English as the primary language and a culture of warmth and hospitality, American travelers will find themselves instantly at ease. But don't be fooled, the island's allure lies in its breathtaking sights.

From exploring ancient rainforests to indulging in culinary surprises, Tasmania promises an unforgettable escape. I visited the island for the first time in May, the start of Australia's winter, and my jaw was on the floor most of the time there. Here's what you need to know before planning your own trip to Tassie.

1. The flights are exactly what you'd expect

There are no direct flights from the U.S. to Tasmania. You'll have to connect through Sydney or Melbourne to Launceston or Hobart. I went from Washington, D.C., to San Francisco to Melbourne to Launceston. It was terrible, I'm not going to lie. Next time I go, I'll spend a day on the West Coast before taking the U.S.-Australia 14-hour flight.

My recommendation is to take a red-eye flight to Australia and use it to sleep and switch over time zones.

Flight availability from the U.S. to Melbourne and Sydney (to transfer to Tasmania) is plentiful, with several major airlines offering regular routes. Travelers can choose from direct flights departing from major U.S. cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, Houston, Dallas and even New York (with direct service to Auckland). Airlines such as United, American, Delta, Hawaiian, Qantas and Air New Zealand provide nonstop services.

(New direct service from Dallas to Brisbane via American Airlines is expected to launch in October, and from Los Angeles to Brisbane via Delta in December.)

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2. Americans need a visa to enter the country

American travelers should be aware of the visa requirements before heading down under.

U.S. citizens need an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) or an eVisitor visa, which can be easily obtained online before departure.

The process is straightforward, typically requiring basic personal information and a valid passport. Once approved, the visa allows for multiple entries into Australia for up to 90 days at a time over a 12-month period. I downloaded the Australian ETA app ( iOS and Android ), filled out a quick application, and my visa was granted in less than an hour.

3. Don't fret about the time zone difference

There's a 14-hour time difference from the U.S. East Coast. It sounds complicated but just embrace it.

The unique advantage of Tasmania’s 14-hour time difference is that you can truly disconnect and savor your vacation. The time zones down under can offer the perfect balance of relaxation and connectivity. Travelers can immerse themselves in the serene landscapes and vibrant culture during the day while still having a few hours in the morning and evening to connect with loved ones back home. It’s the ideal scenario for those seeking to unwind without completely losing touch.

4. Connection with nature

Travelers can immerse themselves in Tasmania's breathtaking nature through a variety of experiences.

At Cradle Mountain in Lake St. Clair National Park, visitors can hike rugged trails and take in stunning alpine views. If you visit at night, you can enjoy a view of cute wildlife with McDermotts Coaches .

But it's OK if you don't enjoy hiking. For a unique adventure, truffle hunting with The Truffle Farm in Deloraine offers another way to explore the island's culinary practices. Wine enthusiasts can savor the flavors of Tasmania at the Clover Hill winery in Lebrina, known for its exquisite sparkling wines and picturesque vineyards.

Whether it's trekking through pristine landscapes, foraging for gourmet treats, or indulging in fine wines, Tasmania offers something for every nature lover.

5. Nothing is likely to kill you

We've all seen social media videos of Australians battling snakes or large spiders, but you can relax.

Fear of wildlife often looms large for travelers, but Tasmania is free of large predators, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. Here, you can explore lush forests and pristine coastlines without the fear of being eaten.

Tasmania’s unique ecosystem is home to creatures like Tasmanian devils (which are incredibly rare to spot – I also didn't), puggles, platypuses, pademelons, wombats and wallabies, ensuring a safe and enriching experience for all visitors.

There are three kinds of snakes in Tasmania and while two of them can be dangerous to humans, it is extremely rare to encounter them, according to Tourism Australia.

6. The food scene has something for everyone

You will not go hungry in Tasmania. Far from it.

Tasmania's food scene is a vibrant tapestry of flavors, reflecting the island's culinary influences. From fresh seafood caught in pristine waters to farm-to-table produce, there's something for every palate. Influences from British, Mediterranean, and Asian cuisines converge, creating a unique gastronomic experience. Visitors can savor everything from gourmet dining in Hobart’s top restaurants to artisanal cheese and local wine in countryside eateries.

The coffee scene deserves a special mention. The great people of Melbourne will claim they have the best coffee in the world, but Tasmania is right there with them.

Make a stop at Tatler Lane by Sweetbrew in Launceston for a perfect cup, delicious food and a great ambiance.

7. Easy access to a different side of the world

Once in Australia, travelers can take advantage of affordable flights to explore the continent and beyond.

Budget airlines offer frequent, low-cost flights to other Australian cities. This opens up opportunities for reasonably priced trips to exciting neighboring destinations such as Bali, Japan, Fiji or New Zealand. These nearby countries are just a few hours away by plane, so you can expand your adventure without breaking the bank.

Embrace the chance to explore more of the Asia-Pacific region with convenient and cost-effective travel options.

The reporter on this story received access to this event from Tourism Australia. USA TODAY maintains editorial control of content.  

The Key Points at the top of this article were created with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and reviewed by a journalist before publication. No other parts of the article were generated using AI. Learn more .

Trains, planes and automobiles bring two fans across the globe to see Simone Biles at U.S. Gymnastics Championships

Not even more than 30 hours of travel could keep gymnastics fans Courtney Wright and Zara Stanes, both of whom live in Australia, from seeing gymnastics superstar Simone Biles and the 2024 U.S. Gymnastics Championships live in Ft. Worth, Texas.

The duo began their more than 10,000 miles of travel from Perth on Wednesday afternoon, flying first to Singapore, a five-and-a-half hour flight, then to Los Angeles, adding another 15 hours in the air.

Weather delayed them there the following morning, turning a planned two-and-a-half trip to Ft. Worth into "an eight hour ordeal."

They were, then, turned away at the rental car agency and forced to Uber to their hotel.

But the trip has been in the works for much longer.

"The journey really began when Simone came back last year, and I went, 'This is it. We've got I feel like one more opportunity to see her compete in person.'" Wright told Olympics.com Friday (31 May), having slept just three hours. "I messaged Zara because she's always willing to go along with my crazy ideas, and I said, 'Let's go to nationals next year.'"

They booked their travel last September with dreams of seeing one particular piece of gymmnastics from Biles: "The Yurchenko double pike," they both say.

Wright and Stanes have both followed Biles since her international debut in 2013.

"I have really been following her from the very beginning," said Wright. "So, it's really, really cool to be able to watch her in person today."

And nothing - not delays or lack of sleep or stormy weather - can dull the excitement.

"We made it, and that's what matters," said Wright.

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Travelers cope with crowds and high prices on the busiest day of Memorial Day weekend

Highways and airports are likely to be jammed the next few days as Americans head out for Memorial Day weekend getaways and then return home.

Airports around the country are bracing for the travel rush as Americans head out for Memorial Day weekend. AAA predicts 43.8 million people expected to travel between Thursday and Monday. (AP Video: Tassanee Vejpongsa)

Highways and airports are likely to be jammed this weekend, as Americans head out on Memorial Day weekend getaways. AAA says this will be the busiest start-of-summer weekend in nearly 20 years.

Travelers on Florida’s Turnpike are experiencing relatively light traffic at the start of the Memorial Day weekend, with no major congestion reported, allowing them to focus on their wallets instead of their anxiety about traffic. (AP video by Cody Jackson)

Travelers walk through Salt Lake City International Airport Friday, May 24, 2024, in Salt Lake City. A record number of Americans are expected to travel over the 2024 Memorial Day holiday. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)

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Travelers move through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport ahead of Memorial Day, Friday, May 24, 2024, in Atlanta.(AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

Michelle Winters plays the violin as passengers stand in line at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport ahead of Memorial Day, Friday, May 24, 2024, in Atlanta.(AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

Cars drive through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport ahead of Memorial Day, Friday, May 24, 2024, in Atlanta.(AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

Gasoline prices are displayed on a sign outside a service station as the Memorial Day holiday travel period kicks off Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Greenwood Village, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Traffic slowly moves along Interstate 405 on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in the Bel Air section of Los Angeles. Highways and airports are likely to be jammed in the coming days as Americans head out on and home from Memorial Day weekend getaways. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Travelers contended with big crowds and flight delays Friday, which was expected to be the busiest day of the Memorial Day weekend.

More than 6,000 U.S. flights were delayed by early evening on the East Coast, continuing a trend that has tested the patience of travelers all week. Cancellations were more modest, at slightly more than 200, according to tracking data from FlightAware.

There were delays on the highways, too.

Along Florida’s Turnpike, Wallis Tinnie said a traffic accident and road work slowed her drive to an African American history commemoration in the Florida Panhandle, the site in 1816 of the first battle of the Seminole Wars.

“But we’re comfortable with it,” the Miami woman said during a stop at Port Saint Lucie. “We left early, and our event is tomorrow. So hopefully — God willing, creek don’t rise — we’ll be there in plenty of time.”

The Transportation Security Administration predicted that Friday would be the busiest day of the holiday weekend for air travel, with nearly 3 million people expected to pass through airport checkpoints . TSA screened just under 2.9 million people Thursday, coming within about 11,000 of breaking the record set on the Sunday after Thanksgiving last year.

Pasha Pidlubniak waits for a domestic flight at Miami International Airport, Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Miami. A record number of Americans are expected to travel over the 2024 Memorial Day holiday. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

“Airports are going to be more packed than we have seen in 20 years,” AAA spokesperson Aixa Diaz said.

Highways also are likely to be jammed as motorists head out of town and then return home. AAA predicted this will be the busiest start-of-summer weekend in nearly 20 years, with 43.8 million people expected to roam at least 50 miles from home between Thursday and Monday — 38 million of them taking vehicles.

The annual expression of wanderlust that accompanies the start of the summer travel season is happening at a time when Americans tell pollsters they are worried about the economy and the direction of the country.

“Memorial Day is a holiday weekend. I get to hang with family and friends, so I’d say that’s priceless, right?” Nene Efebo said during a two-hour wait for a delayed flight at Denver International Airport. “Anything to hang out with family and friends.”

Victoria Ramos Valdes of Miami was taking a driving vacation with her husband, Blake, and their children, ages 3 and 4 months old.

“We said, hey, we’re going to go for a $300 budget, and the hotel is around $150,” she said, but it has a water slide, providing plenty of entertainment. “We’re taking a nice family trip and doing our best to have the best Memorial Day weekend possible.”

Some travelers reported experiencing sticker shock when they booked their trips. Upon arriving at Philadelphia International Airport, Ciarra Marsh said the city “was not our original destination, but we chose here because it was cheaper.”

At Chicago’s O’Hare Airport, Larisa Latimer of New Lenox, Illinois, said her airfare was reasonable but other expenses for a getaway to New Orleans were not.

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“I just have to make the accommodation,” she said. “The rental car is up ... this year, the hotel accommodations were very unusually expensive.”

Kathy Larko of Fort Myers, Florida, used frequent-flyer miles — and some flexible scheduling — to pay for her trip to Chicago.

Travelers wait at a TSA checkpoint at the Los Angeles International Airport, Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Los Angeles. A record number of Americans are expected to travel over the 2024 Memorial Day holiday. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

“I’m really conscious of looking at the cost of the entire trip. We’re staying a little farther out than we normally would” to get a lower hotel rate, she said. “We’re also flying back a day later, because we could get cheaper miles.”

The weekend’s highway traffic and crowded airports could be a sample of what is to come for several more weeks. U.S. airlines expect to carry a record number of passengers this summer. Their trade group estimates that 271 million travelers will fly between June 1 and August 31, breaking the record of 255 million set – you guessed it – last summer .

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Cody Jackson in Port Saint Lucie, Florida, Melissa Perez Winder in Chicago and Shelley Adler in Washington contributed to this report.

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World War II veterans travel to France to commemorate 80th anniversary of D-Day

Updated on: June 1, 2024 / 9:10 PM EDT / CBS/AP

More than 60 veterans of World War II took off Friday from Dallas to France, where they will take part in ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

The group ranges from 96 to 107 years old, according to American Airlines, which is flying them first to Paris. The flight is one of several that are taking veterans to France for the commemoration.

The group will take part in a wreath-laying ceremony at Suresnes American Cemetery, visit the Eiffel Tower and join in a daily ceremony known as le Ravivage de la Flamme, which honors fallen French service members at the Arc de triomphe.

They then head to the Normandy region for events that include wreath-laying ceremonies on Omaha and Utah Beaches, two of the landing sites for the Allied forces.

Almost 160,000 Allied troops, 73,000 from the United States, landed at Normandy on June 6, 1944, in a massive amphibious operation designed to break through heavily fortified German defenses and begin the liberation of Western Europe.

A total of 4,415 Allied troops were killed on D-Day itself, according to the Necrology Project , including about 2,500 Americans. More than 5,000 were wounded.

The group traveling from Dallas includes six Medal of Honor recipients from wars in Iraq, Afghanistan and Vietnam who wish to honor the World War II veterans.

There are also two Rosie the Riveters, representing women who worked in factories and shipyards during the war.

Hundreds of thousands of military women from Allied nations also worked in crucial noncombat roles such as codebreakers, ship plotters, radar operators and cartographers.

There are various ceremonies to commemorate the day in France and to thank veterans, some of whom will make the long trans-Atlantic journey despite advanced age, fatigue and physical difficulties.

"We will never forget. And we have to tell them," Philippe Étienne, chairman of commemoration organizer Liberation Mission, told The Associated Press.

Meanwhile, with only approximately 100,000 American World War II veterans still alive, the National World War II Museum in New Orleans is working to preserve their memories.

To reach new generations, the museum sends course programs to schools across the country, and has immersive exhibits like one about the Pacific War.  

"I think that story is vital for them in the future," Michael Arvites, a teacher at Holy Cross High School in New Orleans, told CBS News. "In a world that is ever changing, that has threats that are new, and some threats that are old."  

Steve Ellis served on an invasion landing craft in the Pacific during World War II, and recently shared his stories with seniors from Holy Cross High.

"That first time in combat, do you remember being nervous, or do you feel like your training had prepared you for that moment, or what were your feelings going into that?" one student asked.

"For me, and I think most of my contemporaries, when we're in combat, no — not nervous at all, just doing our jobs," Ellis responded.

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BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. (WLS) -- Everyone loves a parade, and everyone was invited to the Sixth Annual Buffalo Grove Pride Parade on Sunday morning.

Onlookers gathered to watch the colorful parade entries. Many sported the rainbow flag, a symbol of the LGBTQ+ community.

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The Pinta family started the parade six years ago.

"We thought it would be us and our family and tree groups walking down the street, looking at trees," Bob Pinta said.

Instead, it has grown to more than 100 units with plenty of music and a family-friendly atmosphere for the several thousand people lining the streets.

"Who doesn't love a parade that celebrates love, inclusivity and free candy?" said parade-goer Barry Stark.

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Molly Pinta and her mother first started the Gay-Straight Alliance in their school, and it led to this Pride festival and parade.

"There are plenty of people in the community, at my school who don't get that support, and that's who this parade is for," Molly said.

In this election year, there are also lots of politicians, including President Joe Biden, or at least, his likeness.

"We did see that. I asked where Jill was. She was not in the car!" said parade-goer Lori Blum.

Many in the LGBTQ+ community are concerned the political gains they have made in recent years could be in jeopardy, and they are focused on getting out the vote.

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"It's important to show that everyone's voice matters," said parade-goer Yusuf Tewolde.

"It is dire that we get out the vote," said parade organizer Carolyn Pinta.

Many of these folks will be celebrating Pride for all of June, including at the Chicago Pride Parade at the end of the month.

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Date of experience : November 02, 2022

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Ben Harris Thank you for sharing your experience with us and providing us with the details of your reservation. One of our agents will review your case and contact you to provide all the information to the email indicated during the purchase process. Best regards

ABSOLUTELY AWFUL

If I could chose a star rating lower than one I would. I have been waiting over a year for them to refund a flight. They just keep saying they will get back to me when they have more information. Their customer service has been abysmal. Has anyone else been offered a refund and then never got it?

Date of experience : September 01, 2022

Dear customer, Thank you for sharing your experience with us and providing your booking details. One of our agents is going to have a look at your case and come back to you with further details. Thanks

Hi i didnt recieve tha E ticket

Hi i didnt recieve tha E ticket . Already email the details and yet didnt got any response from that. Kindly pls check my booking num is N703L8 Update : already got the details tq

Date of experience : August 12, 2022

Many thanks for your feedback Helmi Loh! We are glad to know that you have had a good experience with our services. Regards.

Bought a ticket w bagages included

Bought a ticket w bagages included, and got an email confirmation thats says they arent included. My booking number is 21741404. Please email or contact me for clarifications.

Date of experience : August 30, 2022

Dear Customer, Thank you for the review. In reply to your request, we would like to inform you that your booking is confirmed and we have sent you the confirmation email with all the details of your trip, we have higlighted the bagagge allowance. If you haven’t received it, please check your “spam” folder or contact us again by replying to this review. Kind regards

Denied refund by travel2be for missing trip due to covid19 of passengers (Air Serbia asks your contact for explanation denied refund) - booking ref. 21033716

Serbia airlines sent to me e-mail in which the event of passengers missing a flight due to covid 19, the company will proceed with the refund, because this is the company’s policy. Travel2be denied this, stating the opposite. Serbia airlines declares that having purchased tickets through travel2be, they are the ones who have to proceed with the refund; air Serbia doesn't understand your behavior. e-mail of serbia airlines follows: Dear passenger, Thank You for contacting Air Serbia Call Center. Tickets can only be cancelled and refunded by the issuing ticketing office. Therefore, kindly contact the agencyweb site where the purchase was made for further information. If necessary, Your agent will contact the authorized department of Air Serbia. We are unable to assist directly, since the payment was not made to Air Serbia, but to a third party. Please contact us by dialing 381 11 311 21 23 should You require any additional support.

Date of experience : November 20, 2022

Dear customer, we are sorry that your experience was not as you hoped. Satisfying our customers is our main goal, so we will review your case and get back to you as soon as possible. Regards

Long process

I paid for baggage when I purchased tickets, yet I was asked to pay it again before my flights both ways. TAP Portugal was not aware of the payment and did not accept my proof of payment. There is no way to contact travel2be to have this reimbursed. There are no contacts with the agency, so no communication is possible. Update October 24, 2022 I received an email message on October 12, that I would be refunded the amount corresponding to the service and receive the amount paid for my luggage in the same payment method I used to make the booking. So far I did not get any refunds. I do not understand why money goes so fast only one way... Very disappointed. On October 13, 2022 I was informed that repayment is in process and will be made in the next 15 days using the same payment method used to make the purchase. This time period time has passed. Today is November 3, no reimbursement... Today is November 28. Still no progress. Travel2be takes your money for nothing and never gives them back.

Date of experience : September 04, 2022

Dear customer, We have been informed that our colleagues have contacted you about your query. All the information has been sent by e-mail to the same address you indicated in the purchase process. We kindly ask you to follow up your query with them through the e-mail thread 5636474 BOOKING 21462947 ANCILLARIES REFUND. Thanks and regards

4th visit on WORST COMPANY EVER!

This is my 4th visit here to report this company! I paid £1377 for flights 18 months ago and have just had to start legal proceedings against them. First they told me there was no refund. After a year of procrastinating finally they offered £572 MINUS £172 IN CHARGES!!! I asked them to bounce it back to United Airlines and I would reschedule instead but they said 'No, the refund is already in process', even though I had (obviously) rejected the refund. United were no more helpful saying the amount has already been paid. This the worst company I have ever dealt with and I strongly advise to book with ANYONE but them! In fact in future I will only book directly with the airline so as not to get stuck in between the two. In a day or so you will see a very reasonable response to this - but please ignore that as no action is taken regardless of what they say here.

Date of experience : July 29, 2022

Dear customer, We have been informed that our colleagues have contacted you about your query. All the information has been sent by e-mail to the same address you indicated in the purchase process. We kindly ask you to follow up with them through the e-mail thread #4985823: Booking C6QST0-- request that is already opened with the e-mail address used in the booking process. Thanks and regards

flexible ticket cannot change date

I purchased my flight ticket with flexible ticket as additional service. When i wanted to manage my booking by clicked 'change my booking', message appeared : In accordance with the fare conditions established by the airline, your ticket cannot be changed. I paid extra for non-existence service ?!

Date of experience : September 16, 2022

Travel2Be has closed

Travel2Be has closed. The Airlines has confirmed that the tickets have been refunded and to contact the travel agent. Where can I ask or whom do I contact for refund? Please advise.

Date of experience : August 13, 2022

BUYER BEWARE!!

This is a company that makes money by deceit. The charged me about $92 more when they charged my credit card. Luckily, I took the screenshots of every single thing including the details when you hover over the mouse to payment. Provided them with all the proofs, screenshots as evidence; no room left for them to deny. YET THIS COMPANY refuses to refund. I provided you all the proofs. In response to it, they replied we don't accept any screenshots. In short, if you find a ticket being sold by either Travel2be or Travelgenio, RUN!! Don't even think to click on that link unless you wish your card to be charged an amount at their disposal. The amount they charged, I would be better of if I had used airline directly. - PLEASE CANCEL MY TICKETS AND GIVE ME MY REFUND. (Booking ID: 21527933) GOOD NEWS!! I got an email confirmation from their senior customer retention specialist. They looked into it and as a courtesy refunded me extra charges. I got them back to my credit card. With the experience and all I will suggest people to be vigilant of all charges before making the payment and for Travel2Be, please display the amount you are going to charge in bold or big numbers so we don't get surprises. Thank you Travel2Be.. Thank you for keeping the trust!

Date of experience : July 30, 2022

Hello Danish Yousuf. Thank you for your rating. We hope to see you on our website again soon. Regards

DO NOT TRUST

I have emailed many of times over the years to try to get a refund!! I log on two years later and it still says ‘waiting for approval by the airline’. I don’t care if the airline approves it or not! I want my money back due to not receiving this service! Really at a loss here and do not know where else to go! Do not trust this company!!!

Date of experience : May 29, 2022

Sophie Turner Thank you for sharing your experience with us and providing us with the details of your reservation. One of our agents will review your case and contact you to provide all the information to the email indicated during the purchase process. Best regards

I booked 2 tickets from heathrow to…

I booked 2 tickets from heathrow to teesside travelling on the 9th October with travel2be flying with Loganair I found out this flight as been discontinued by loganair because the route is no longer viable by reading of it in the newspaper loganair have refunded my money to travel2be Despite numerous attempts to get in touch with you including email and premierline phone calls I have not been refunded my money. A lady called Louisa Garcia assured me on the 6th October my refund was active and would be with me in 1 to 15 days this as not happened and as cost me £17 extra for a premier line phone call.I just want my money refunding what away on holiday I was requested to online check in for flights that did not exist please help ref no 19804029

Date of experience : October 09, 2022

Dear Carol, we are sorry that your experience was not as you hoped. Satisfying our customers is our main goal, so we will review your case and get back to you as soon as possible. Regards

This websites is kind of like scam in nice way

This websites is kind of like scam. I bought the flight for 600$ and when I do check out they charge me for 700$ someting. Luckily I’m calling them back in a minutes. And hopefully I get my Refund which is take about 15 working days. It’s insane. Scam websites please choose to another provider. Is scam

Date of experience : September 22, 2022

Thank you wayan wijana for your comment. Please send an e-mail to [email protected], from the e-mail address you used to make the reservation and indicating the Booking ID in the subject (8-digit code that appears in the confirmation e-mail), and you will receive instructions to contact one of our specialised agents.

Unable to contact!

I need to rebook my tickets but the email that they are using is not available anymore! Poor customer support!

Date of experience : December 19, 2022

We booked our 18h flight with Travel2Be…

We booked our 18h flight with Travel2Be and paid $3,800 for 5 tickets and we have no problem during our travel everything was smooth. Thank you! We will book again our ticket soon.

Date of experience : March 18, 2023

OTRAVO the parent company is bankrupt…

OTRAVO the parent company is bankrupt and i think thats the reason why i cant log into the service. SO BE AWARE PEOPLE!!

Date of experience : March 30, 2023

My refund please.

My refund please. It's been 6 months begging for my refund for a flight that was canceled. But till now waiting for my refund. You even blocked me on the refund status. My ticket 21316835.

Date of experience : July 07, 2022

i bought ticket throu travel2b

i bought ticket throu travel2b, and Turkish airlines says the trvel2b agency refund the money to me and that's not true no one refund me anything, now I am searching for travel2b for almost 2 weeks and ican'tt find a phone number or email or anything they are 100% scam company

Date of experience : March 01, 2023

No Contact Support

I'm stunned with the lack of support from Travel2Be. There is no e-mail or phone number from where I can contact for questions, it's all I ask for.

Date of experience : November 04, 2022

Dear customer, Thanks for your review. We would like to check your case in detail and answer accordingly. In order to check your booking, we would need you to provide us with your booking ID (8 digit code provided in the confirmation e-mail) or any other information (e.g. e-mail address, passenger names, etc.). You can write this down directly within this review. We look forward to hearing from you. Thanks

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And did you use google to find trip advisor, I'm not sure of your point on sky scanner? . If you find the text is too small on your screen you can increase the size so you can read it. There is no such thing as " print" in electronic version, print is a physical thing,

The way the total is presented is intentionally misleading. As the bottom line in large print and bold has the cheaper price which is what skyscanner advertised. As I stated: buyer beware as Travel2be's practices are intentional to mislead the customer.

Hello, of course we can help you with the payment doubts. Please send us a mail to [email protected] with all your booking details and the amounts that do not fit and we will check immediately all the details. Regards

I experienced something worse, We have tickets booked to travel via Istanbul in august, Due to the recent events in Turkey we tried to change the booking to avoid going to Istanbul. We called Travel2be and the operator simply refused to help us out saying we should contact Turkish Airlines who already referred us to Travel2be.

Tripadvisor staff removed this post at the original author's request.

travel2be i'm waiting to hear from you people concerning my transaction. refund back the money . [email protected]

I probably would not post my email address on this board. You really should private message Travelgenio and remove your post.

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Politics | quest for desantis’ travel records leads to 2-year delay, then denial, “we have a new model that can be summed up in two words: trust me,” first amendment advocate says.

The newspaper wanted to determine if DeSantis, who was running for reelection, had piggybacked campaign events on top of official ones without the campaign reimbursing the state for the Aug. 30, 2022, flight.

It also wanted to know whether other candidates reimbursed FDLE for using the jet bought with taxpayer dollars after DeSantis became governor in 2019. The aircraft is available to the governor and other top state leaders for official duties.

The FDLE denied the requests in late April and early May. It delayed the response until a year after DeSantis signed a law that bans the release of his and the other leaders’ travel records. Lawmakers called it necessary to protect their safety.

“My fear and suspicion is they are using public safety as an excuse to hide expenditures they don’t want you to know about,” said Bobby Block, executive director of the First Amendment Foundation. “We have a new model that can be summed up in two words: Trust me.”

The bill’s sponsors, both of them Republican, repeatedly assured public records advocates and Democratic lawmakers that the financial records related to travel would continue to be available to the public as they always had been. The law was meant to shield only the logistics of the trips, they said.

The bill passed along party lines in both the House and Senate.

Rep. Jeff Holcomb, R-Spring Hill, sponsor of the House version of the bill, also assured fellow lawmakers during a committee hearing in March that the bill wouldn’t affect public records requests related to campaign travel.

“This doesn’t affect any of the financial disclosures in place,” Holcomb said. “This is about the methods and means of security protection.”

But that has not turned out to be the case. Other news outlets besides the Orlando Sentinel have waited several months to find out their requests for travel records were denied.

The reason given for the lengthy delay was that the agency’s public records department is short-staffed and deals with a high volume of requests.

Holcomb did not return an email seeking clarification.

Complaints have been filed with the Federal Elections Commission and the state Commission on Ethics over the governor’s frequent use of state and private aircraft and failure to disclose using it for personal reasons. They are pending.

A lawsuit challenging the law’s constitutionality was recently filed in Leon Circuit Court by American Oversight, a nonprofit government watchdog committee.

“It’s about accountability that impacts all the citizens of the state,” Block said. “Are you spending dollars on things that impact citizens or is it a personal trip intended for your career interests and nothing to do with the public good?

The governor’s office did not respond to a request for comment.

Part of the problem is the law includes a long list of things to be exempt from public view but says nothing about the transportation costs or travel related to political campaigns or other personal use, he said. And the language is vague enough to make understanding legislative intent problematic.

“The only way to get to the bottom of this is a court case,” Block said.

It was difficult enough to trace the governor’s travel before he signed the bill into law, which went into effect immediately with hundreds of requests going back months and more than a year still in the pipeline, waiting to be processed. And the law is retroactive.

“The retroactivity makes it such that we’re not going to get anything related to his travel,” Michael Barfield, director of public access for the Florida Center for Government Accountability, said at the time. The FLCGA has filed numerous public records lawsuits against the DeSantis administration.

Other recent trips that have raised concerns about who was paying for them include ones to Japan, Seoul, South Korea and Israel, all paid for with officials said were private donations, Politico reported.

A book tour to launch DeSantis’ memoir and kick off his presidential campaign was handled by a nonprofit that didn’t have to disclose its records.

And a law enforcement report of a fender bender outside of Chattanooga that waylaid the governor’s presidential campaign convoy last July revealed that the FDLE had rented the vehicles used in the motorcade. The cost of those rentals is still unknown.

The Sentinel asked FDLE back in August 2022 how much it had cost to fly the governor to and from Fort Pierce and Live Oak, including flight crew costs, ground transportation, and security team expenses. A September 2022 flight to Fort Myers was also questioned.

Unlike previous campaign reports that show the DeSantis campaign paid back the FDLE $14,459 for transportation, campaign records show no repayment to FDLE for the Aug. 30 trip.

The dates of the three reimbursements lined up with DeSantis news conferences in Vero Beach, Daytona Beach, DeFuniak Springs and Sanford.   But nearly two years later, the FDLE has still not provided details about those reimbursements.

Asked to explain the lengthy delays, FDLE spokeswoman Gretl Plesinger said the agency is overwhelmed by thousands of public requests.

FDLE publishes a Protective Operations Report each year that gives the total annual cost of transporting and protecting the governor, but it’s not broken down into individual trips.

The governor’s security detail for 2023, including transportation and agents’ salaries was  $9.4 million, more than double the amount spent the previous year.

“The information is invariably useless to anyone trying to figure out who paid” for the travel, Block said.

Former FDLE Chief of Staff Shane Desguin said in a sworn statement filed by the Washington Post in a lawsuit against the FDLE that top aides to the governor blocked the release of records detailing the governor’s taxpayer-funded travel.

“This extra layer of review often unquestionably delayed FDLE’s ability to timely respond to the public records requests,” said Desguin, who resigned after arguing the records should be made public. “These delays were not in line with the new law to protect the governor’s safety.”

When he began working at the Florida Amendment Foundation two years ago, Block said, he was reluctant to say that the public records system was broken.

But there is no independent body to mediate when a person’s request for records is denied, delayed or not even met with a response, Block said. The only alternative is to take the agency to court, something most Floridians cannot afford, he said.

“If that’s their only option, then the system is broken,” Block said. “There is no better explanation that the system is broken than this travel financial information brouhaha we’re having now.”

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