Air France pilots have called off plans to strike daily between May 3 and May 30.

Passengers at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport and area residents might notice unusual activity this weekend. Emergency crews will be responding to a simulated aircraft accident Saturday as part of an emergency planning exercise. The drill is not expected to affect normal airport operations.

Russian authorities have issued permits for several pro-government and opposition group rallies/demonstrations to take place in Moscow and St. Petersburg between May 1 – 6, 2014. The potential for confrontation cannot be ruled out. U.S. citizens should also be aware of the possibility for counter-demonstrations or other spontaneous protest activity throughout the Moscow region and other areas of Russia. Such large gatherings will likely cause significant traffic and mass-transit disruptions. U.S. citizens should carry their identification and show it if requested to do so by legitimate authorities.

Travelers are advised that the gradual implementation of the sharia penal code began on May 1, 2014. The Islamic criminal law is set to include punishments such as flogging, dismemberment and death by stoning for crimes such as rape, adultery, and sodomy. The religious laws will operate alongside the existing civil penal code.Inform yourself of the relevant provisions specifically related to Brunei, regardless of your religion, as the penal code is applicable to Muslims and non-Muslims.

All major car rental companies offer roadside assistance programs. Services such as towing, are usually free, while things such as help with a flat tire may have a cost unless you purchased an optional roadside assistance package at the time of rental. Depending on where you are and the service you need, you may find that calling AAA will be faster or may eliminate some costs. In the end, it’s often six of one, half dozen of the other, so do what feels most comfortable to you at the time.

• Venezuela is counted as one of the most bio-diverse countries in the world
• Due to the large petroleum industry Venezuela has the cheapest gas prices in the world
• Venezuela has a higher percentage of land devoted to environmental conservation than any other nation
• It is common to roller skate to church on Christmas in Venezuela
• Nearly half the land of Venezuela is uninhabited and only 4% is cultivated
• Venezuela has produced more Miss Universe winners than any other nation

National Train Day is almost here and with it comes savings for you and a friend. Save 30% on a companion fare when you travel to select stations to celebrate with us on May 10, 2014.

In addition, the 7th annual nation-wide celebration of all things train features exciting events across the country in big cities, small towns and your hometown. This free day of family-friendly fun will arrive before you know it, so make your travel plans today. Attractions such as interactive exhibits, excursion trains, elaborate model train displays, Amtrak K-9 units and kids’ activities vary among National Train Day destinations. Check out http://www.amtrak.com/national-train-day for more details on this year’s events.

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