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Destinations
Top 5 U.S. Destinations Americans Will Be Headed For Spring Break
With spring break right around the corner, vaccine rollout speeding up and the number of Covid-19 cases steadily dropping in the US, many Americans will be looking to escape the cold winter lockdowns they’ve had to endure. For many, international travel may be off the…
— Travel Off Path
South Africa lands Conde Nast’s 2021 Best Holiday destination list
Conde Nast has listed South Africa as one of the top travel destinations for 2021 and has named a number of hotels in Cape Town and the Western Cape as must-stay locations for…
— Cape Town Etc
The Most Beautiful Places in Washington State
It’s no secret that the Pacific Northwest is one of the most stunning regions in the country. But let’s zoom in a little and take a closer look at Washington State, which is home to millions of acres of forest and 157 miles of dazzling…
— Thrillist
Tours and Activities
Planning a vacation with your COVID-19 bubble: Pick from private tours, camping, luxury options
Though no vacation offers an airtight bubble, keeping within a trusted group for transit, dining and lodging can reduce stress and…
— USA Today
Cruise
These are all the cruise lines that will require COVID-19 vaccinations for guests and crew
Over the last month, several cruise lines have started requiring crew members or guests to receive the COVID-19 vaccine prior to…
— Business Insider
Carnival Cruise Line Just Removed All May 2021 Sailings
Carnival Cruise Line has removed all May 2021 sailings from its website. An announcement could be…
— Cruise Hive
5 Best Cruise Lines for Senior Citizens
Which cruise line is best for seniors? That really depends on what kind of senior you are. Some retirees are ready for adventure, looking to conquer the world (or check off bucket-list destinations) with extensive travels and new…
— Cruise Radio
Transportation
Alaska Airlines ordered to pay $3.2 million to wheelchair user's family in wrongful death lawsuit
Bernice Kekona fell down an escalator at the Portland, Oregon, airport in 2017, resulting in significant injuries that led to her…
— USA Today
FAA directs air carriers to inspect engines similar to the one that failed on the United Airlines flight
The Federal Aviation Administration on Tuesday directed air carriers to inspect all Pratt & Whitney engines similar to the one that dramatically failed on a United Airlines flight on…
— CNN
Spirit Airlines unveils 4 new routes to a brand-new destination
Spirit Airlines just became the latest carrier to add a slew of new routes, despite the pandemic. The Miramar, Florida-based carrier will add a brand-new dot to its route map — Louisville, Kentucky — with four daily routes launching May…
— The Points Guy
Lodging
Universal Orlando’s Newest Hotel Starts at $77 a Night — but with Luxury Upgrades
The budget hotel is getting a major makeover at Universal Orlando. The new Endless Summer Resort — Dockside Inn and Suites features rooms starting at just $77 per night, with a mix of standard rooms and two-bedroom suites for larger…
— People Magazine
Other and Odd
Can I Travel Once I’m Vaccinated?
After you’ve been vaccinated for COVID-19, is it safe to travel? Where will you be able to go, and what will be required of you? Experts answer these questions and…
— AFAR
TSA to Hire 6,000 Officers Ahead of Predicted Summer Travel Surge
Ahead of an expected surge in summer travel, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is hiring 6,000 new security officers around the…
— Travel+Leisure
Today in History
The Battle of Los Angeles
On February 23, 1942, only months after the United States entered World War II as a result of the attack on Pearl Harbor, a Japanese submarine fired on an oil refinery in Santa Barbara. Only minimal damage was inflicted, but concern over a possible invasion of the West Coast ran high. On February 24, 1942 reports of Japanese airplanes over Los Angeles began to come into military…
— Travel Research Online
Point-to-Point
4 Great Cruise Bargains
by Steven Frankel
Wednesday February 24, 2021
Despite the hig h prices that everyone fears when cruising resumes this June, there are several genuine bargains that offer exceptional value when clients book immediately. Will these cruises be standouts, or will they be joined by many other cruises that offer significant…
— Travel Research Online
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