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Destinations
Top 5 U.S. Destinations From Books That Will Inspire You To Travel
Books have the ability to transport us to new worlds. From the comfort of home, we can travel the world. This has been an especially important part of reading since the beginning of the…
— Travel Off Path
Croatia Open For Tourism, Americans Welcome
Many (especially in the US) are excited to plan post-vaccination trips. While I know many people are hoping to travel to Europe, we have no reason to believe that the most popular tourist destinations in Europe will…
— One Mile at a Time
The 6 EU special territories to have on your travel radar
Millions of us take holidays in the European Union each year, with Paris, Milan and Barcelona among the top tourist destinations worldwide. While they are undoubtedly amazing cities, there are some equally dazzling…
— EuroNews
Cruise
Will cruise lines with vaccine mandates be blocked from sailing from Florida?
In a press conference on Friday, the Florida governor suggested the state might fight efforts to impose COVID-19 vaccine mandates on cruise…
— The Points Guy
Alaska Governor threatens to sue US over cruise ship ban
Another state may sue the federal government in order to get cruise ships sailing…
— Royal Caribbean Blog
New Seabourn Expedition Cruise Ship Arrives at Mariotti for Outfitting
Construction is proceeding on the next generation of cruise ships. Over the weekend, the hull of…
— The Maritime Executive
Transportation
Opinion: Despite big travel numbers, airlines aren't roaring back yet
Leisure air travel in the United States is on track to recover much more quickly than originally expected, thanks to the expedited distribution of vaccines, recent Covid-19 relief and economic stimulus…
— CNN
Airlines could use new EU COVID pass this summer: official
Airlines could check new European Union COVID certificates before allowing onboard passengers going on summer holidays, a senior official said on Tuesday as the bloc seeks to…
— Reuters
Boeing 737 Max Grounded by Over a Dozen Airlines Due to Electrical Issue
Over a dozen airlines have grounded their Boeing 737 MAX aircraft as the manufacturer reported an electrical issue last…
— Travel+Leisure
Lodging
From Paris to Bogota: How I'm using 17 expiring hotel free night certificates this year
Over the last year, my husband JT and I have canceled and rescheduled countless trips. As we’ve done so, hotel free night awards have piled up in our accounts. Luckily, most hotel loyalty programs have extended free night awards during the…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
Would You Use An App To Verify Your Vaccine Status? The Idea Is Here To Stay
From sporting arenas to colleges and cruise ships, many businesses are planning to ask customers to prove they've had their shots. Smartphone apps may be coming…
— NPR WFSU
How to decide when to take a family trip when your kids aren't yet vaccinated against COVID
Can families travel this summer? For those that may soon include COVID-vaccinated adults and not-yet-vaccinated kids, things can be extra…
— USA Today
Which COVID-19 Test Do You Need? Find out the Differences Between Them Before Your Next Trip
As testing for COVID-19 has become a regular part of everyday life, especially when it comes to traveling, making sure you get the correct test is of the utmost…
— Travel+Leisure
Today in History
The Birth of Thomas Jefferson
On this day in 1743, Thomas Jefferson was born in Albemarle County, Virginia. From a prominent Virginian family, Thomas received a classical education in history, literature, and languages. His father died when he was 14, and Jefferson inherited over 5,000 acres of Virginia farmland. Part of his inheritance also…
— Travel Research Online
Taking Control
What Should You Say About COVID to Your Groups?
by Richard D'Ambrosio
Tuesday April 13, 2021
For advisors lo oking to cash in on group travel as the world prepares to reopen, the impact COVID has on groups is multiplying the complexity of organizing and selling these trips.
Some travel advisors are asking themselves if they should require vaccinations for all group guests, even when traveling to a destination that doesn’t require it. If they do, that could hurt sales with prospects who say they have no intention of getting vaccinated—about one in five Americans according to the latest polls.
If advisors don’t require vaccines, might the prospect of being in close contact with group members who aren’t vaccinated dampen interest for travelers who…
— Travel Research Online
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