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Gay Couple Among 40K Airline Workers Bracing for Mass Layoffs
In a few days, Jordy Comeaux will be among roughly 40,000 airline workers whose jobs are likely to evaporate in an industry decimated by the coronavirus pandemic.
Disney to Lay of 28,000 at California and Florida Parks
In a letter to employees, Josh DÁmaro, chairman of Disney Parks, Experience and Product, said California's "unwillingness to lift restrictions that would allow Disneyland to reopen" exacerbated the situation for the company.
Japan Airlines Retires Gender-Specific Language in On-Board Announcements
In a step toward greater inclusivity, Japan Airlines has announced that it will cease the use of "ladies and gentlemen" during in-flight announcements.
Coronavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Sailing in Greece
Greek authorities say 12 crew members of a Maltese-flagged cruise ship on a Greek island tour with more than 1,500 people on board have tested positive to the coronavirus and have been isolated on board.
Canceled Flights Strand 25 Easter Islanders for 6 Months
For people around the world, the coronavirus has caused distressing separations and delayed homecomings. But the situation for a group of 25 residents from remote Easter Island stands out.
Virus Disrupts Rio's Carnival for First Time in a Century
A cloud of uncertainty that has hung over Rio de Janeiro throughout the coronavirus pandemic has been lifted, but gloom remains — the annual Carnival parade of flamboyant samba schools won't be held in February.
IGLTA Foundation Launches Travel Auction
Looking to score a great deal on your next vacation? There are plenty to be found at the IGLTA Foundation online auction where you can bid on travel packages to support LGBTQ-welcoming tourism around the world.
US Hotel Industry Projects Further Lay-Offs Amid Pandemic
A new study reveals 68 percent of hotels have less than half of their typical, pre-crisis staff working full time, and without further governmental assistance, 74 percent of respondents said they would be forced to lay off additional employees.
Pride Journey: Nashville, Tennessee
Gay travel journalist Joey Amato travels to Music City for a getaway packed with great food and terrific socially-distanced activities.
Park MGM and NoMad Las Vegas Reopen as Strip's First Smoke-Free Resort
It took a pandemic with high incidence of respiratory symptoms to nudge Las Vegas toward a smoke-free environment, but Park MGM and NoMad Las Vegas are hopefully setting a trend that other casinos and resorts will soon follow.
A Taste for Travel: 5 Must-Eat Destinations This Fall
Tired of feeding your sourdough starter? Here are five of our favorite delectable finds of the season, where you may even be enticed to double-order and take the seconds home for tomorrow's meal.
Fishing for Peace of Mind? Americans Are Turning to the Great Outdoors
Nearly six in 10 Americans have a new appreciation of nature during quarantine, according to new research.
Hawaii to Allow Travelers to Skip Quarantine with Virus Test
Hawaii Gov. David Ige said Wednesday that starting Oct. 15, travelers arriving from out of state may bypass a 14-day quarantine requirement if they test negative for COVID-19.
6 Fall Vacations in the US to Unwind and Relax
Whether you want to bike the Green Mountains or curl up with a good book in a luxury motor home, there are plenty of ways to unplug and relax this fall.
Six of the Best Places to Travel in the US
Do you plan on doing any traveling later on in the year or next? If so, there are plenty of destinations that you can travel to in the US. Here are six.
US Issues Sweeping New Travel Warning for China, Hong Kong
The U.S. on Tuesday issued a sweeping new advisory warning against travel to mainland China and Hong Kong, citing the risk of "arbitrary detention" and "arbitrary enforcement of local laws."
COVID Exodus Fills Vacation Towns With New Medical Pressures
"For health care, the bottom line is: As our population grows, we have to have the infrastructure to support it," says one expert from Colorado ski country. And many communities do not.
Watch: 'Queer Eye' Star Antoni and BF Kevin Harrington Share Stunning Pics from Northwest Vacation
"Queer Eye" star Antoni Porowski and his boyfriend Kevin Harrington are sharing some stunning photos on their Instagram from a vacation to Colorado, Wyoming and other states in the region.
What Is the Risk of Catching the Coronavirus on a Plane?
In the absence of reliable data, we decided to ask the experts about the possibility of contracting the virus while on a flight.
US Will End Current Health Screenings of Some Travelers
The United States plans to end enhanced health screening of travelers from certain countries next week, and those visitors will no longer be funneled through 15 large U.S. airports.