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Destinations
What It’s Like to Visit Barcelona Right Now
With rising cases, limits on who can travel into the city, and moderate restrictions on dining and gathering, there’s a lot you need to know before a…
— Bloomberg
Guide To Laos: What People Wish They Knew Before Visiting
Laos often loses out on its tourist rate thanks to the more popular destinations surrounding it, but that doesn't mean it's devoid of…
— The Travel
10 best vacation spots for couples this year: Costa Rica, Santa Fe, Maine, NYC
Whether you share a passion for the outdoors, the beach or culture, you can enjoy a romantic vacation to any of these spots in the US or…
— USA Today
Catch up: What to know about Covid-19 in the US today
The Delta variant is spreading rapidly across the country, leading to a drastic rise in Covid-19 cases in the US. As cases rise and hospitals overflow in areas with low vaccination rates, experts continue to urge citizens to get…
— CNN
Tours and Activities
9 Incredible Destinations For Book Lovers
Enjoy this list of destinations which are a must-see for any bookworm - an eclectic mix of all things book…
— Travel Awaits
This Small Town in Alaska Is the Perfect Place for a Father-daughter Trip
When you stay at Alaska's Salmon Falls, you can go fishing, hiking, kayaking, and more, all without leaving…
— Travel+Leisure
The world’s best adventures for thrill-seekers
Just the thought of ticking these wild experiences off the bucket list is enough to break a…
— The Australian
Cruise
Royal Caribbean shares fall as cruise line posts wider-than-expected loss, disappointing revenue
Royal Caribbean reported second-quarter results with a wider-than-expected loss and a disappointing…
— CNBC
Carnival's Newest Ship, MSC Cruise Line Set Sail Out of Florida in Latest Rebound of Cruise Industry
Carnival Cruise Line debuted a new ship while MSC Cruises set sail from the state for the first time in over a year, marking the latest signs of recovery in an industry that was halted due to the…
— Travel+Leisure
The first new luxury cruise line in more than a decade debuts today
It’s official: There’s a new player in the world of luxury cruising. Atlas Ocean Voyages, a new “luxe adventure” line based in Fort Lauderdale that’s been under development for several years, finally kicks off its first sailing with paying passengers…
— The Points Guy
Transportation
Frontier Airlines Passenger Taped To Seat After Allegedly Groping And Assaulting Crew
The passenger, Max Berry, took to Twitter early Wednesday, saying Frontier staff treated him like livestock. He has been charged with three misdemeanor counts of…
— NPR
Spirit Airlines' massive cancellations spill into fourth day as airline likens it to 'hurricane recovery'
Spirit Airlines passengers face another day of cancellations on Wednesday, extending the airline's travel chaos into its fourth…
— USA Today
Delta CEO says it's hard to require vaccines for U.S. flights when Covid shots aren't fully approved
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian told CNBC on Tuesday the carrier does not plan to require Covid vaccines for domestic travel. “It’s very difficult for us to come in and mandate a vaccine that isn’t even federally approved…
— CNBC
Lodging
Disneyland guests will be able to unlock hotel doors with phones
Guests will be able to check-in digitally and go directly to their rooms once the update is…
— FOX Business
Disney’s Next ‘Star Wars’ Hotel Could Take Fans to the Dark Side
As anticipation mounts for the official launch of the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, West Coast Disney Parks lovers have been left wondering what might be in store for…
— Inside the Magic
10 Romantic City-Center Hotels for Your European Honeymoon
These city-center hotels are perfect for honeymooners who want to stay in the heart of the…
— Brides
Other and Odd
Boris Johnson: We need to get the travel industry moving again
We need to get the travel industry moving again, says UK Prime Minister Boris…
— EuroNews
Will vaccine passports become a new reality in the U.S.?
More businesses are starting to require proof of vaccination, but there are some states that have outright banned…
— Marketplace
This Asian Country Aims to Be Quarantine-Free by September
Singapore is planning to ease restrictions for fully vaccinated individuals in September. The country expects to get 80% of the 5.7 million people to be…
— Fodor's Travel
Today in History
Champagne is discovered
"Come quickly, I am drinking the stars!" That little pronouncement, like so many other legends surrounding the Benedictine monk Dom Pierre Pérignon, is a matter of speculation. According to tradition, on August 4, 1693 Dom Pérignon invented the beverage, or more appropriately, discovered it. However, champagne had been…
— Travel Research Online
Point-to-Point
New Luxury Expedition Ships Brighten the Prospects for Cruisers
by Steven Frankel
Wednesday August 04, 2021
A decade ago, m any expedition ships were retired ice breakers lacking in creature comforts such as nice staterooms and good food. That situation started to change when some traditional luxury small ship cruise lines and charter operators ordered “luxury expedition ships.” These ships combined their usual cruising features with polar-rated PC6 hulls that could handle ice packs in Antarctica and, hopefully, transit the Northwest Passage unassisted.
Many of the ship designers let their imaginations run wild. They added a helicopter and a mini-submarine; and “garages” that permitted the vessels to launch and retrieve Zodiacs and water toys from inside the ship. Most also supplemented the crew with naturalists, professional photographers, and armed polar bear guards—bringing some guest-crew ratios to almost…
— Travel Research Online
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Ex Fida Bona
With Travel Picking Up, Here is Some Important Information About Travel Insurance
by Bailey Foster
Thursday July 29, 2021
Over the past f ew weeks, we have seen some exciting announcements from Europe about travel regulations for international travelers. Greece was the first European nation to announce that it would allow international travelers to visit, if they can show proof of vaccination against the COVID-19 virus. Then, Italy announced that it would be opening immediately to international travelers, who also can show evidence of immunization. The announcement by Italy and Greece marks a huge milestone for international travelers who want to frequent Europe.
On the domestic side, New York has announced that it hit its COVID-19 vaccination milestone, which allows it to end all restrictions put in place during the pandemic. You can now travel to New York City and enjoy all of the activities the…
— Travel Research Online
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