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Transportation events focused on what moves us: the transportation industries, the people who make it possible, and anything that supports physical movement, including ships, automobiles, buses, trains, bicycles, and planes, shipping, careers and infrastructure.
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Take a Cruise Day is an unofficial holiday that allows the cruise industry to showcase the unique aspects of cruise vacations and for travelers to explore or reminisce about their cruise experiences. The...
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Resilient tourism plays a crucial role in the economic development of many countries, particularly in developing nations, small island developing states, Africa, and middle-income countries. It serves as...
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White T-shirt Day commemorates the first contract signed between the American Auto Worker's Union and General Motors Corporation on February 11, 1937. "After a six-week sit-down strike by General Motors...
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Today is the anniversary of the enactment of the 55-mile-per-hour speed limit in the United States in 1974. Speed limits have been with us since 1757, when they first appeared in Boston. The 55-mile-per-...
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Created in 1988 as an international event, the NAIAS is among the most prestigious auto shows in the world, providing unparalleled access to the automotive products, people, and ideas that matter most – u...
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Balloon Ascension Day marks the anniversary of the first balloon flight in the United States on January 9, 1793, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 18th century marks the dawn of human flight. This era o...
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National Cable Car Day marks the anniversary of the use of the first cable cars created by Andrew Hallidie in San Francisco in 1873. Hallidie was born in England and moved to the US in 1852. Once statesi...
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TOWARD A BRIGHTER FUTURE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF CLEAN ENERGY The International Day of Clean Energy is an annual observance that promotes the adoption and development of clean energy sources worldwide. The...
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Dakar Rally began in Paris over forty years ago and continues annually. For 2020-2024, the host is the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Its motto sums up the excitement of this car race: "A challenge for those...
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Snowplow Mailbox Hockey Day is created by Thomas and Ruth Roy of Wellcat Holidays & Herbs. The day demonstrates appreciation for snowplow drivers who spend the entire winter plowing streets and avoiding m...
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Snowmobile Safety & Awareness Week raises awareness about snowmobile safety. Promoted by the International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association (ISMA), snowmobile safety is a pressing issue, with over 1....
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A motor vehicle is stolen every 45-seconds in the United States, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. In 2015, nearly three-quarters of a million vehicles were stolen in the U...
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Whether riding backseat, in a sidecar, or the driver, women who love biking or want to learn, this is your month! Women's Motorcycle Month celebrates the open road and encourages women to take up motorcyc...
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Created by the United Nations, each year, World Environment Day features a different focus and theme impacting different areas, ranging from pollution to sustainability. Held annually on July 5.
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The Tour de France is an annual cycling event done in stages held in France. Tour de France is the oldest of the three most prestigious global cycling events. Although the routes may vary, the format...
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The Grand Prix of Great Britain on the Silverstone Circuit started in 1950. The Formula One race covers 52 laps over a distance of 306.198 km (190 miles). PLEASE NOTE: Treat all televised and venue-speci...
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If you find yourself cruising around Canada on National Injury Prevention Day (created in 2017), you might notice a lot of green. Green waterfalls, green bridges, green landmarks, and green buildings. It'...
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Today is the anniversary of the final flight of the Space Shuttle. It was at 5:57 AM on July 8, 2011, that the Atlantis shuttle returned to Cape Canaveral, Florida, after 30 years of service. It all beg...
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Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD) aims to raise awareness of the importance of restoring cars and their role in American history. Today, many events are happening throughout the country, including cla...
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Created in 2016, National Motorcycle Day is an annual awareness campaign to promote safety and best practices in motorcycle riding, care, and maintenance. Enthusiasts are encouraged to show the positive i...