Human connections

A Southern California startup company now provides an innovative solution for help getting around walkable city centers easily. The Prontopia App connects travelers with vetted on-demand locals who arrive by foot to provide expert assistance any time the need arises. 

The locals on the Prontopia app know the best way to get to city lodging and meeting points, or to a departure point on time when door-to-door by car is not an option. The app works like Uber, but without cars, with an emphasis on the importance of human connections in the city.

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On the road . . .

RUNNING in conjunction with World Book Day on March 2, National Express is offering 10% off all fares.  

National Express is encouraging people to let their imaginations run wild and learn about literary heroes across the land. 

To take advantage of 10% off all fares, book before 28 February 2017 for travel between 2 – 5 March using the discount code: WorldBookDay. *Terms & conditions apply.

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Drive Safe Campaign launched in New Zealand

TOURISM New Zealand will again work with major agencies this summer to inform international visitors about the challenges of #driving in #NewZealand. 

A major road safety campaign to help visitors understand and prepare for driving in New Zealand is now underway. Launching the new campaign, Associate Transport Minister Craig Foss said: “Summer is on its way and so are many international visitors. New Zealand roads can be challenging, particularly in and around some of our most popular tourist spots.”

The new road safety campaign focuses on the Visiting Drivers Project areas of Otago, Southland and the West Coast, and uses billboards, posters, digital advertising and social media to spread road safety messages.

The messages emphasise that New Zealand’s roads are different from what overseas drivers are used to. The campaign encourages them to adjust their driving when necessary.

The messages are:

• NZ roads can be narrow, winding and steep. Allow extra time.
• Journeys may take longer than you think. Allow extra time.
• Save overtaking for long, clear, straight roads.
• Taking photos? Pull over somewhere safe.
• Remember to keep left.

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