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Destinations
Germany considers Croatia safe destination for travel
The German Foreign Ministry on Thursday published a report in which it described Croatia as a safe destination, the Croatian Tourism Association (HUT) stated on Friday. Germans are the most numerous foreign tourists visiting…
— Croatia Week
Is it safe to travel to Spain?
Just two weeks after the UK government gave the all-clear for travellers to visit Spain without the need to quarantine for two weeks upon their return to England, Northern Ireland and Wales, the popular holiday destination is struggling with a wave of new outbreaks of…
— The Independent
Can You Go There Now? Bookmark These Resources To Track Travel Restrictions
As the spread of the virus ebbs and wanes from place to place, it’s tough to stay on top of changing travel restrictions. The patchwork of varied rules and requirements—which may even vary from region to region—tends to be fluid, fluctuating with changing circumstances as well as political…
— Forbes
Cruise
This 136-day Cruise Will Take You to 56 Ports and 27 Countries for $50,000
Viking’s famous world cruise is back on the agenda for 2021. The cruise line’s 136-day itinerary is one of the longest in the world and visits a diverse range of coasts. The 2021-22 itinerary of the Viking World Cruise will visit 56 ports in 27 different countries on six different continents and include overnight visits in 11 cities around the…
— Travel+Leisure
Transportation
Airlines were finally starting to see passengers return. Then coronavirus cases spiked
Airlines started July with a bang as holiday travelers hit the skies in relatively strong numbers, but the outlook for the rest of the summer and fall has since fizzled and talk has turned from adding flights to cutting them once…
— USA Today
Airlines have been waiving change and cancel fees during the pandemic. How long will that last?
As travel started to shut down in March, most major airlines were generous in waiving change and cancellation fees—even if the actual process of getting a credit or refund was arduous for many fliers. Don’t expect that practice to last…
— Fortune
Emirates airline will pay medical expenses if passengers catch COVID-19 while travelling
Emirates will cover its passengers' medical expenses and quarantine costs if they catch COVID-19 while travelling with…
— 9News
Lodging
5 Ways Hotels Can Prepare for Reopening Their Properties
It’s been hard for hoteliers to see empty properties and wait for the first signs of recovery. Ever since hotels had to close their doors or experience reduced capacity due to the COVID-19 pandemic, they have been anxiously looking forward to the days when travelers return. This new normal has left them with unheard of situations in which they have had to rethink and possibly reshape their business…
— Hotel Business
Hotel GMs Share What They Are Doing to Welcome Guests Back Safely and Comfortably
As the hospitality industry realigns to new guest requirements it begins the process of reopening hotels across the U.S. While each of their situations are unique, hoteliers are navigating similar economic and environmental…
— Hospitality Net
Other and Odd
5 tips for safe post-pandemic travelling
Whether you want to explore Canada or visit a new country abroad, here are 5 tips to help you travel safely after the…
— CTV News Ottawa
The future of affordable travel
The spike in demand for private, luxury vacations owing to the pandemic leaves mainstream, would-be leisure travelers wondering whether safe and affordable travel options will return.…
— CNN
Today in History
Machu Picchu Discovered
On July 24, 1911, American explorer Hiram Bingham discovered the remains of the Incan city Machu Picchu. Located high in the mountains, the city remained intact after the Incans abandoned it in the 17th Century due to lack of awareness of its existence. Besides the locals, no one knew of Machu Picchu's existence until 1911. In 1983 Machu Picchu was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it is consistently considered one of the Wonders of the…
— Travel Research Online
Deck Plans
AmaWaterways Resumes Operations In Europe
AmaWaterways ha s resumed operations in Europe with a series of charter sailings onboard AmaKristina in Germany with local guests. As the first U.S.-based river cruise line to resume sailings, the company continues to welcome guests while implementing newly enhanced health and safety protocols on board.
— Travel Research Online
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Mike’s 1-Minute Marketing Memos
Is Your Business Worth Saving?
Today, I am trying something NEW in my column. Part one is for you to read the following text. Part two requires you to email me to receive my FREE Special Report explaining the method behind my madness. Let’s see how this idea flies. It depicts a strategy in motion, as well as providing valid information on how to save your business.
First, a personal note from me.…
— Travel Research Online
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