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Thursday June 11, 2020

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Destinations

54% people still want to go on vacation in 2020; South Africa tops post-Covid holiday list
South Africa has been nominated the most sought-after destination through Tourlane's recent survey, which analysed aspirations of travel communities across the globe as travel restrictions steadily begin to ease…

Spain invites regions to reopen to foreign tourists before July 1
The Spanish health minister says that regional authorities are welcome to launch pilot schemes to reactivate the tourism industry, which has been devastated by the coronavirus crisis…

Japan plans to let in 250 foreigners daily under eased travel curbs
Japan plans to ease its coronavirus travel restrictions by letting in up to around 250 foreign travelers per day from Australia, New Zealand, Thailand and Vietnam, government sources…

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Cruise

8 Things Cruise Ships Are Doing Now During the Suspension
Find out what cruise ships are doing right now during the suspension of cruise operations. Including things to reduce costs and repatriating crew…

Cruise Lines Set for Thursday CDC Meeting
Will the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) lift its no-sail order on the cruise industry that extends through July 24? The cruise lines are poised for a Thursday meeting with officials from the CDC, according to multiple sources familiar with the…

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Transportation

Coronavirus slows Dubai airport, world’s busiest for global travel
Perhaps nowhere is the world’s lack of flights due to the coronavirus pandemic more clearly felt than at Dubai International Airport, for years the world’s busiest for international…

Could Airline Fees Be Permanently Eliminated Post-COVID-19?
As summer travel kicks off, airlines are once again extending change fee waivers for new bookings as they try to attract back nervous fliers. In fact, most carriers have made it free to change flights since the coronavirus outbreak began. So it's not far-fetched for consumers to wonder: Why can’t airlines nix these fees—which can run as high as $200—for…

Why United Is In Good Hands With Scott Kirby
Last month, United Airlines appointed Scott Kirby as its new chief executive officer. The Chicago-based carrier’s former president takes the wheel at a vital time within the aviation industry. However, with a wealth of knowledge and experience under his belt, he will be up for a…

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Lodging

7 steps to navigating the COVID-19 era
This year, summer may not mean the same things as it has in years past, but it will define the hospitality industry for years to come and allow it to bounce back better than…

Pet-Friendly Hotels You May Not Have Heard Of
Only one thing makes heading out on a road trip better--bringing your beloved pet along! Of course, you’ll need a pet-friendly place to stay along the way. You could just book your same-old, tried-and-true places . . . or, you could make it a true adventure and try something new! Hotels are increasingly welcoming pet guests these days, and there are lots of options to choose from--some of which you may never have heard…

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Other and Odd

13 Best Travel Podcasts to Listen to Right Now
From inspiring stories to helpful tips and advice, these 13 travel podcasts will transport you away from your current reality to a world of exploration and adventure.…

Hudson Rolls Out PPE Vending Machines At Airports Across The Continent
Hudson Announces Rollout of PPE Vending Machines in 27 Airports Across North America Vending Machines Will Feature Proprietary Health and Safety Products as Part of Hudson’s “Traveler’s Best” Brand…

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Today in History

Jacques-Yves Cousteau's Birthday
Born on June 11, 1910, in Saint-André-de-Cubzac, Gironde, Cousteau was a French naval officer who became one of the world's greatest explorers, ecologists, filmmakers and scientists. His passion was the oceans of the world and the sea life in them, and he co-developed the modern SCUBA tank and regulator, making underwater exploration accessible to scientists and the masses alike. He died on June 25,…

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