Shannon Campbell, Author at Passing Thru - For the Curious and Thoughtful Traveler

Why Tourists Are Skipping Paris This Summer – Even Delta’s Concerned

The Paris Olympics are set to bring millions of visitors, but the city’s charm may lose its shine for many travelers. As disruptions mount, even major airlines like Delta are feeling the heat, forecasting a significant dip in revenue. Paris Olympic Problems The Olympic Games will attract millions of visitors to its host city of …

Not Everyone Wins at the Paris Olympics: Delta Estimates $100 Million Loss as Tourists Avoid Paris

The Paris Olympics are driving overseas visitors away from the French capital – and one major US company is worried. Paris Olympic Problems The Olympic Games will attract millions of visitors to its host city of Paris this year. While the event will boost profits for countless businesses, not everyone is happy – including Delta …

Japan Reclaims WWII Artifacts Found in a Massachusetts Attic – Essential for American Travelers

A remarkable collection of 22 historic Japanese artifacts has been returned to Okinawa after being discovered in a Massachusetts attic. The items, looted in the aftermath of the Battle of Okinawa during World War II, include portraits, ceramics, and a 19th-century map of Okinawa. The FBI facilitated their return, highlighting a significant act of cultural repatriation nearly 80 years after the artifacts were taken.