From the Football Field to the Airfield
By Jennifer Ogunsola Communications Manager Within minutes, his dream of playing professional football came to an end when he experienced a career-ending injury. Nearly 30 years ago, Thomas Wilson was a senior at Florida State University and star defensive back from Tallahassee, Florida. Immediately after the injury, Wilson had to make a decision that would […]
Backyard BBQ at ATL
By: Alnissa Ruiz-Craig As we all recover from the Labor Day weekend, one thing I’m still longing for is some of that weekend barbecue food. Summer may be coming to an end, but if you’re flying out of ATL, there’s always an opportunity to enjoy your backyard cookout favorites–all year round. Links Grill – C30 […]
ATL staffer’s determination inspires family, nation
By Anika Robertson Senior Editor/Assistant Public Relations Manager A will to heal her ailing father led ATL’s Dawn Daniels Muhammad on a health journey to lose more than 55 pounds. Meanwhile, her altruistic efforts have garnered worldwide attention. Muhammad’s primary goal was to donate her kidney to her father, Lucious Daniels, who suffers from […]
Humans Are Not for Sale
By Jennifer Ogunsola Communications Manager Walking through the airport, the last thing that likely crosses one’s mind is whether the person next to them might be a survivor or victim of human trafficking. According to the International Labour Organization, there are approximately 40 million victims of human trafficking, globally. So if you travel, at some […]
The Traveling Bookworm: Heritage Booksellers
By: Alnissa Ruiz-Craig If you’re anything like me, when preparing for a trip you make a meticulous list (and check it twice), making sure you packed the right clothes, shoes and TSA-approved amounts of your favorite moisturizers. And even after all that planning you still forget … something. If that “something” you forgot was your […]
ATL expo elevates safety, celebrates culture
By Anika Robertson Senior Editor/Assistant Public Relations Manager Hartsfield-Jackson advanced its safety culture for the third consecutive year at the OneATL Safety and Risk Management Expo. Assistant General Manager for Public Safety and Security Richard Duncan said the Aug. 15 expo highlights the significant role safety plays in every facet of Airport operations. […]
Cool Canopies at Hotlanta’s Airport
By Jennifer Ogunsola Communications Manager Atlanta’s skyline is about to change, but you’ll have to travel a little south of downtown to see it. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is constructing two massive canopies that will soon become an architectural icon for the city of Atlanta. Those additions are just part of the 20-year, […]
Feeling Peachy? Enjoy National Peach Month at ATL
By: Alnissa Ruiz-Craig It’s National Peach Month, and if you’re flying out of ATL, how fitting for you to celebrate right here in the Peach State! Peaches are one of my favorite fruits, and if you didn’t already know, Georgia peaches are the cream of the crop. That’s why I am excited to bring this […]
Largest Shop around the Concourse: ATL Shops by Hudson
By: Alnissa Ruiz-Craig Welcome to Destination Skypointe: ATL Beyond the Gate When you head to the airport, you may have one plan in mind, and that is to board your flight and get to your destination. A solid plan. Most airports only lend themselves to that simple plan due to a lack of amenities. What […]
Airport art leads to unlikely connection
By Jennifer Ogunsola Communications Manager It’s not unusual to walk through a large airport and spot friends, family members and others you may know. Many people travel domestically and internationally on airplanes, so spotting a familiar face is pretty typical. But, imagine walking through the busiest airport in the world and seeing yourself, or […]
