Although airports have reopened, flyers should check with their airlines and secure a seat before attempting the harrowing trip only to crowd the airports.
One key issue that was lost amidst all the hyperbolic accusations that the Taxi Commission was killing innovation was that New York's regulations do a relatively good job preventing drivers from discriminating against their clientele based on either their destination or appearance.
It isn't just airline travel that will be hit hard, everything from New York City subways to regional transit to car rentals will be slowed to a halt. Hotels and other accommodations will be hamstrung, no matter how bad the storm is in order to handle the stranded travelers.
Another decision in favor of NYC taxi drivers after a 17 percent fare hike this summer showing the city’s efforts to give drivers a fair shot at lucrative fares each day. Luckily this one doesn’t affect passengers’ wallets.
Uber’s haste to be the first to disrupt New York’s taxi scene resulted in its quick dismissal, but it looks to have indeed succeeded in prompting the TLC to adjust regulations in time for Hailo’s arrival.
JetBlue’s T5 has been a bright spot among dingy New York airports since its opening in 2008 so the newest addition will likely follow suite and hopefully lead the way in design and efficiency for its outdated neighbors.
Unlikely to ever be visited by locals more than once, being within walking distance of the free Staten Island ferry terminal will surely be the biggest driver.
Some of these bus companies are notorious for unloading passengers on random street corners and running buses at crazy hours, and they’ll have to get their services in order to get approved for the permit.