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Destinations
Analysis: Europe is opening to tourists. When will Biden make the move?
Two completely different takes on whether travelers should have to prove vaccine or Covid…
— CNN
S. Korea to allow overseas group travel for those fully vaccinated
The government has concluded that the risk of an influx of variant strains of COVID-19 is not…
— Hankyoreh
Warm Hospitality and Warm Welcome: Curaçao is Open for Summer Travel
In preparation for a busy summer season with increasing demand from North America, the Caribbean island of Curaçao announced today the latest coronavirus statistics, entry requirements and special…
— South Florida Caribbean News
Tours and Activities
10 Things Visitors Should Know About Guadalajara and the Magical Town of Tequila
Top 10 things travelers need to know when visiting Guadalajara, Jalisco and the Magical Town of Tequila in…
— Travel Off Path
This Amtrak Rail Pass Lets You Tour the U.S. for Just $299
With this relaunched Amtrak rail pass, you can fit in up to 10 train trips this summer for the cost of a single ticket. But the discounted price won't…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Cruise
Cruise passengers test positive for Covid-19 in Italy
Two passengers disembark from MSC Seaside during a cruise around the Mediterranean, one of the few sea voyages currently underway following a global halt to cruising as the coronavirus pandemic spread last…
— CNN
This 'Friends'-themed Cruise Is Perfect for Ultimate Fans of the Show
Celebrity Cruises will be there for you. In honor of the "Friends" reunion special that recently aired on HBO Max, Celebrity Cruises announced a new itinerary specifically curated for the ultimate "Friends"…
— Travel+Leisure
Australia Extends Cruise Ban Even Further
Australia extends the ban on cruise ships into September 2021 and cruise lines are disappointed by the…
— Cruise Hive
Transportation
Spirit Airlines plans big Miami debut as airlines battle for Florida
Discount airline Spirit is planning to expand into Miami, an American Airlines hub, increasing competition for South…
— CNBC
Global airline body says 'travel pass' app to go live in weeks
The head of global airline body IATA said on Thursday a digital travel pass for COVID-19 test results and vaccine certifications would go live in the coming weeks following a testing…
— Reuters
Heavier passengers on planes mean new safety limits for airlines
The Federal Aviation Administration is requiring updates to passenger and baggage weight estimates that airlines use to keep each flight within airplane safety…
— FOX Business
Lodging
The Coolest U.S. Hotels Opening This Summer, from Napa Valley to New Mexico
Whether you're looking for a riverfront retreat in upstate New York, a historic inn in the Appalachian Mountains, or petite cottages in Northern…
— Conde Nast Traveler
5 New Las Vegas Hotels to Book For an Indulgent Post-Pandemic Vacay
Sin City doesn't sit still. Even during a…
— Thrillist
This Suite-only Hotel Just Opened in Mykonos and Every Room Has a Private Pool and Waterfront Views
Six days after Greece reopened to vaccinated American travelers, one of the country's most anticipated hospitality ventures followed suit: Kalesma Mykonos opened its meticulously carved doors on May…
— Travel+Leisure
Other and Odd
12 Key Tips For Great Car Rental Deals
We've got some tips on how to secure a car rental and save money while doing…
— Cruise Radio
When will UK travel open? American, British leaders set to relaunch travel 'as soon as possible'
The U.S. and U.K. are expected to open up travel between the two nations "as soon as possible" through a new Atlantic…
— USA Today
CDC issues new travel advice for more than 120 countries
Another 33 countries moved into the CDC's lowest Covid-19 travel risk category on…
— CNN
Today in History
The Hanging of Bridget Bishop
Bridget Bishop spoke her mind. She dressed in a flamboyant way, at least in the eyes of her Puritan neighbors in Salem, Massachusetts. When several young girls in the community began acting strangely and telling tales of strange apparitions and pain, Bridget was accused of witchcraft. On June 10, 1692 she was the first…
— Travel Research Online
Departures
Exploring Santa Monica
 Located directly on the Pacific Ocean and surrounded by mountains, at the end of Route 66, Santa Monica enjoys an average of 310 days of sunshine each year. With average temperatures in the mid to upper seventies year-round, this beachside city’s weather is one of its most attractive assets and being outside is a part of the city’s lifestyle. But there is so much more to discover in Santa Monica than great weather, and visitors to the Los Angeles area miss out if they don’t spend a bit of time in this eclectic community. If you are looking for a unique domestic destination to visit with iconic world-class dining, entertainment, and famous sites, Santa Monica is worth your consideration. Many of the…
— Travel Research Online
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The Incessant Traveler
The Great Release is Here: Are You Ready?
by David Cogswell
Thursday June 10, 2021
After a year of being pent up, the Great Release is upon us, and now it seems sudden. Things are opening faster than predicted just a few months ago.
In March 2020, the COVID pandemic submerged us in the exponential growth of new infections and, before we could comprehend what was happening, we were virtually imprisoned, taking shelter to save our lives. We settled in and got used to being confined. Now the release is happening all around us. And it seems to be happening faster than almost anyone expected.
The demand for travel is, unsurprisingly, going through the roof. But to say “it’s complicated” is to vastly understate the circumstances. World travel now is an extremely tangled…
— Travel Research Online
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