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Destinations
The world's 10 coolest neighborhoods, according to Time Out
This year we've all been spending more time than expected in our own neighborhoods. While lockdown and safety measures have hit our city centers hard, in many places local communities have been thriving.…
— CNN
These are the destinations where most private jet charters are flying to
The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc across the world. Among the industries that have been brutally hit, the aviation sector has been among the worst. Even so, the private aviation segment has seen an unprecedented rise in enquiries and demand.…
— Yahoo! Finance
Where can you still travel with a US passport?
Once one of the world’s most powerful travel documents, the might of the US passport has shriveled during the Covid-19…
— The Mercury News
Tours and Activities
Love the Madonna Inn? This Instagram Tours Every Kitsch Motel in the US
A Pretty Cool Hotel Tour reviews the best kitsch and theme motels for the coolest Instagram worthy hotel…
— House Beautiful
Cruise
When cruising comes back, will the buffet return with it? Here's what the cruise lines say
One question that remains unanswered about the resumption of cruising in November: Will the buffet, a cruise ship staple, ever…
— USA Today
Cruise ships worldwide with more than 250 people will test all passengers, crew for COVID-19
Cruise ships that carry upward of 250 passengers have committed to testing everyone for COVID-19 ahead of boarding. Testing will be done…
— USA Today
Transportation
Trump urges Congress to provide $25 billion bailout for U.S. airlines
U.S. President Donald Trump said late on Tuesday Congress should quickly extend $25 billion in new payroll assistance to U.S. passenger airlines furloughing thousands of workers as air travel remains down sharply amid the coronavirus…
— Reuters
JetBlue Airways takes top spot on list of favorite U.S. airlines
The list comes out as airlines attempt to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic that brought the industry to its knees earlier in the…
— Boston.com
Airline group issues distress call as projected losses reach $128B
The International Air Transport Association on Tuesday warned that airlines are on track to lose nearly $130 billion this year — significantly more than the group’s June estimate of $84 billion — because of the coronavirus crisis, and that the aviation and travel sectors will be crippled for a long time unless governments increase financial…
— FreightWaves
Lodging
Thriving Qatar hotel sector to welcome new hotels and leisure destinations
Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) is proud to announce the launch of two new hotel and leisure destinations, opening late 2020 and early 2021. The country is currently undergoing an extensive tourism development strategy, as it works to diversify and build upon its offering for visitors, ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qatar…
— HospitalityNet
The most flexible airline and hotel loyalty programs
Travel flexibility is more important than ever during the coronavirus pandemic. Country by country and even state by state restrictions can change on a dime, so being able to cancel or change your award flight or hotel night is a huge benefit. Thankfully, most travel companies have already modified change policies in response to the pandemic, but some are still better than…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
4 Travelers on Life Around the World
We catch up with women based in Venice, Cancun, Dakar, and…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Today in History
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Founded
Founded on October 7, 1919, was the KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, the oldest airline in the world operating under its original name. The first flight was on May 17, 1920 from Croydon Airport in London to Amsterdam on a press flight. For the entire year in 1920 the airline carried only 440 passengers, but in 1921 began regular scheduled air services. KLM Royal Dutch Airlines was the first European airline to have service to New…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
American Cruise Lines: Cruising Close To Home™ New Riverboats, New Itineraries, New Protocols, and much more…
GUILFORD, CT—October 5th, 2020—American Cruise Lines looks forward to Cruising Close To Home™ again in 2021. Next year, the country’s largest domestic cruise line will have 14 new small ships exploring in over 30 U.S. states. American will introduce two new Mississippi-bound modern riverboats, 3 brand new itineraries, over 50 new shore excursions, and an array of fabulous pre and post cruise packages in famous cities across the…
— Travel Research Online
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