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A Welcome Surprise in Our Backyard

By: Raymond Murry With the opening of Metro’s Silver Line last weekend, Loudoun’s Transit System seems to be chugging right along (pun absolutely intended). Last Friday afternoon everyone here in the Covert Travelers offices decided to take a field trip to the county’s latest offering to quicker rail access, Loudoun Station. (Pictures from our undercover mission below) The 300 space lot may look a bit bland at first but the possibilities are limitless. With a commuter lot so

Big Expansions Coming to Orlando International Airport

In an effort to get the jump on projected passenger growth, leaders at MCO have approved $168 Million for the construction of a new people mover. The mile long system would connect the main terminal to a proposed train depot. Orlando International currently acts as a passage point for over 35 Million travelers annually and those numbers are expected to grow substantially over the course of the next few years. Officials have stated that if these systems, along with a second pl

Ben’s Chili Bowl Has Come to Reagan National

The historic Washington Landmark, Ben’s Chili Bowl, has arrived at DCA. Opened in 1958 by Ben Ali, the original location has attracted a fan base nationwide including celebrities, politicians, and even a few U.S. Presidents. While the original site has become something of a treasured institution, the newest location is apparently part of DCA’s plan to make dining options at the airport more diverse. Click Here for the Link

The Struggle for Fuel Alternatives

A leading aviation group is pushing the EU to assist with the development of alternative jet fuels. In an attempt to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels and ease its impact on the environment The Sustainable Aviation Council is asking for $6 Billion in investments over the next 15 years just for refinery in Britain alone. With the rising cost of fuel becoming a larger concern, leaders in the industry are desperate for some sort of change. ‘A generation ago fuel costs were i

Loudoun County Being Urged to Step Up Progress on Silver Line

With the opening of the first phase of the Silver Line fast approaching, Loudoun Business leaders are now urging the county to make similar decisions regarding phase 2. The proposed line would connect Reston with Dulles Airport which would bring about a very significant amount of traffic to the region. This would also be one of the largest economic opportunities Loudoun County has seen since the onset of its renewed development efforts in the past few years. Click here for th