Dear Friends, As this 2020 summer slips by, we had some high expectations that by the week of September 14th, we would see a marked increase in travel. This has not happened. Predictions regarding further increase in travel by corporations are hard to make more than 3-4 months out; and, when we do, we see […]
The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) announced mandatory health protocols for the controlled resumption of sailings. CLIA revealed the core elements of health protocols that would make the resumption of voyages possible. Following the return of cruises in Europe, the next step would be resuming service in the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America. With the […]
With the Covid-19 pandemic in near constant fluctuation in the United States, the 50 states are having to adapt rapidly with their rules and regulations. If you’re planning a family vacation or simply wish to travel to another state, it is important to be updated on the latest statewide regulations. While some US states have […]
The coronavirus outbreak means new protocols are in place for travelers and extra precaution needs to be taken no matter where you go. Whether you’re traveling or just thinking about booking a future trip though, you’re not alone. New research suggests that half of Americans feel comfortable traveling this fall. Domestic travel is picking back […]
With more destinations reopening their borders to tourism, travel is gradually coming back. But while travelers are growing more confident with each passing day, not all modes of travel are considered equal in terms of perceived safety. Road trips remain nearly as popular as ever amid the COVID-19 pandemic and that’s because travelers continue to […]
Top-level American and British officials are reportedly in talks about the possibility of creating a transatlantic “air bridge” that would allow flights between low-risk areas of the U.S. and the United Kingdom (U.K.) that would eliminate the need for travelers to quarantine. “There are discussions going on at a very senior level around opening up […]
American Airlines will reopen seven additional Admirals Club locations beginning in October. Lounges in Austin, Boston, Denver, Houston Bush, Nashville, Orlando and San Francisco will be open but restricted to 50% capacity starting Oct. 1. They'll join Admirals Club locations in Charlotte, Chicago O'Hare, Dallas-Fort Worth, Los Angeles, Miami, New York JFK, New York LaGuardia, Philadelphia, Phoenix and […]
As we head into the fall, travelers are slightly more optimistic about traveling in spite of COVID-19. MMGY Global has been tracking travelers’ perceptions during the pandemic through its monthly Travel Safety Barometer. In August, on a scale of 1-100, the safety of domestic travel earned a 49. This is up from 45 in the previous […]
Delta will avoid furloughs for flight attendants and ground-based U.S. employees when the Cares Act Payroll Support Program expires on Sept. 30. Maintenance technicians, customer service agents, reservation agents and cargo workers will join flight attendants in being spared furloughs, CEO Ed Bastian wrote in a letter to employees Tuesday. However, the carrier will have […]
United has become the latest airline to get its hands on a long-lasting antimicrobial surface coating as part of its enhanced aircraft cleaning regimen to fight off the risk of the novel Coronavirus. The Zoono Microbe Shield coating is designed to be effective against microbes and bacteria for up to seven days and is classified […]