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A Look at What Quarantine is Like in Olympic-Host Japan
A state of emergency for a large part of the country means that even those special cases who are allowed in have to take multiple coronavirus tests and stay holed up in quarantine.
Delta Air Lines to Leave Middle Seats Empty Through April
Delta Air Lines said Monday it will continue to block some seats on all flights through spring break and Easter to provide a bit more space between passengers.
Around the Globe, Virus Cancels Spring Travel for Millions
Amid fears of new variants of the virus, new restrictions on movement have hit just as people start to look ahead to what is usually a busy time of year for travel.
Which COVID Tests Are Required for International Travel?
In an effort to limit the spread of new coronavirus variants, many countries are requiring incoming travelers to show a recent negative test. But what test is required depends on where you're going.
Canada Blocks Cruise Ships for a Year, Ending Alaska Trips
The Canadian government has extended a ban on cruise ships through February 2022, which is expected to block many ships from visiting Alaska this year.
Theme Park Sues Taylor Swift Over 'evermore' Album Name
One theme park claims pop star Taylor Swift's latest album is confusing guests, while other parks around the globe forge ahead with record-breaking rides in anticipation of a reopening economy.
Santa Maria Valley Will Pay You to Visit
Santa Maria Valley has just launched a promotional campaign that will pay visitors $100 to visit the central California town.
UK to Start Hotel Quarantine Amid Criticism of Delay
Everyone arriving in the U.K. from countries identified as coronavirus hotspots will have to spend 10 days in hotel quarantine starting Feb. 15 in a bid to stop new virus variants reaching the country, the government said Friday.
OutThere Releases Luxury LGBTQ Travel Trend Report
LGBTQ travel site OutThere has released its annual luxury travel trends report, and the news is promising — if you have deep pockets. The survey tapped 2,500 of the brand's core audience, described as "affluent, opinion-leading and worldly travelers."
Work, Play, Stay All Day: The Best of LGBTQ Miami
Explore one of the U.S.'s most celebrated cities, discovering everything from the best cuban coffee and Art Deco architecture to live music when the sun sets.
Mountain Heartbreak: Italy Has Deep Snow, Closed Ski Resorts
The granite peaks that majestically encircle the northern Italian town of Cortina d'Ampezzo glimmer with one of the most prolific snowfalls in years, a cruel joke of nature while the COVID-19 pandemic silences Italy's winter resorts.
SpaceX's 2nd Starship Test Flight Ends with Another Kaboom
SpaceX's second full test flight of its futuristic, bullet-shaped Starship ended in another fiery crash landing Tuesday.
Denmark to Develop Digital Passport Proving Vaccinations
Denmark's government said Wednesday it is joining forces with businesses to develop a digital passport that would show whether people have been vaccinated against the coronavirus, allowing them to travel and help ease restrictions on public life.
Watch: JetBlue Transforms From Budget-Friendly to Swanky with New Onboard Suites and Studios
Wanderlust just got a makeover thanks to JetBlue's latest reveal: an overhaul of its Mint premium cabin and new "Mint Studios" available on transatlantic flights beginning summer 2021.
Spain Cancels San Fermin Bull Running Festival
The northern Spanish region of Navarra has announced the cancellation of the famed annual San Fermín bull-running festival in Pamplona for a second year in a row of because of the coronavirus pandemic.
NYC Parks Have Become 'People's Everything'
Oases in the best of times, New York City's parks have served as essential refuges through the hard times of the pandemic — havens for the city's millions who yearn to escape their locked-down apartments, to breathe fresh air and enjoy some elbow room.
US Billionaire Buys SpaceX Flight to Orbit with 3 Others
A U.S. billionaire who made a fortune in tech and fighter jets is buying an entire SpaceX flight and plans to take three people with him to circle the globe this year.
Small Pleasures as Italy Reopens After Christmas Lockdowns
Much of Italy gingerly reopened Monday from pre-Christmas coronavirus closures, with the Vatican Museums welcoming a trickle of visitors to the Sistine Chapel and locals ordering their cappuccinos at outdoor tables for the first time in weeks.
CDC Requires Face Masks on Airlines, Public Transportation
Travelers on airplanes and public transportation like buses and subways will be required to wear face masks starting next week to curb the spread of COVID-19.
Sun, Fun and So Much More: Why We're Headed to Miami in 2021
Miami and its surrounding areas deliver world-class hotels, plenty of outdoor activities, culture, diverse dining options and a vibrant LGBTQ community waiting to welcome you with open arms.