The holidays are here, which means the winter season is just beginning! Shorter days and colder nights can make traveling a real hassle, especially if you must ride public transit. If you don’t properly prepare for your daily commute, you could put your health and safety at risk and make your day harder than it has to be! Here are a few winter safety tips for riding public transportation during this chilly season. Give Yourself Extra Time When the weather conditions are not ideal, ensure you give yourself enough time to make it to the train or the bus stop…. Read more »
How a bus stop looks and feels can largely impact your overall bus riding experience. Nothing beats frequent service to make transit more appealing, but if you must wait, small improvements like shelters and information about when the next bus is coming can make the wait feel shorter! Here are a few ways to make your bus stop a better place for you and your community. Create an Inviting Place For this step, take inspiration from local parks and public spaces: why do you like to spend time there? Is it the benches? The tables? Or the general welcoming atmosphere?… Read more »
Public transportation is a quick and easy way to get where you need to go, and with today’s gas prices, it’s the most cost-efficient way to travel. When riding on public transportation, you must be alert and exercise-sense precautions for safety and crime prevention. Here are a few top tips for staying safe on public transport! Stay Awake and Alert You may be tempted to read a book, check your messages, or take a quick nap on public transportation, but that’s the perfect way to have your wallet, camera, backpack, and other items stolen. Plus, you could end up in… Read more »
Unless you’ve been blissfully living off the grid in isolation over the last several months, you’re likely very aware of and informed about coronavirus (COVID-19). The outbreak—which has officially been declared a global pandemic by the World Health Organization as of early March 2020—has upended everyday life as we know it for the foreseeable future. Many of us are experiencing a lot of anxiety and uncertainty during this time, unsure of what is or is not safe or morally responsible, especially when it comes to public travel. As a leading provider in the bus and transportation industry, we at Northwest… Read more »
