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Coronavirus Outbreak Hits Norway Cruise Ship, Could Spread Along Coast
Health authorities fear the ship could have infected dozens of towns and villages along Norway's western coast.
Sleepy Lions, Empty Bars, Lost Jobs: a World Without Tourism
For growing numbers of businesses and individuals who depend on the global tourism industry, the question is not so much when the coronavirus pandemic will end but how and if they'll survive until business picks up.
Road Trip? Quarantines Mess with Americans' Travel Plans
Families trying to squeeze in a summer vacation before school starts better do some homework on COVID-19 restrictions before loading up the minivan.
Bali Welcomes Visitors After 4-Month Lockdown
Under the easing that took effect Friday, Indonesians visiting Bali will face stringent rules at hotels, restaurants and beaches. Foreign tourists will be allowed on the island beginning Sept. 11.
Watch: First Look at Virgin Galactic's Spaceship Cabin
Virgin Galactic is giving the public a first look inside the cabin that will carry them to the edge of space and back.
Azul Named World's Best Airline by Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Awards
When flying is back on your radar, Azul Brazilian Airlines may be the airline of choice, at least according to Tripadvisor travelers, who awarded the relative newcomer the Top Airline in the World.
Chateau Marmont to Be Converted to Members-Only Hotel
The Chateau Marmont, a Hollywood hotspot and hangout for nearly a century, will be converted into a members-only hotel over the next year, according to a newspaper report Tuesday.
These Are the Top 5 Precautions Americans Will Consider Before Traveling Again
The study asked 2,000 Americans about their future travel plans in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and what it would take for them to feel comfortable again.
Trump Lets New Yorkers Back Into Federal Travelers Program
Five months after it kicked New Yorkers out of trusted traveler security programs in a spat over immigration policy, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security reversed itself.
Not This Year: Great British Summer Getaway Takes Pause
The concourses at London's Gatwick Airport are eerily quiet. In any normal year, it would be the busiest day for departures with 85,000 travelers leaving - only 7,500 are set to take off Friday amid concerns about flying in the era of COVID-19.
Southwest Tightens Face Mask Rules, Delta Steps Up Testing
Moves come as airlines try to reassure passengers and their own employees about safety during a pandemic that has made many people afraid to fly.
American, Southwest Add to US Airline Industry's 2Q Losses
American posted a loss of more than $2 billion, and Southwest lost $915 million. That pushed the combined loss of the nation's four biggest airlines to more than $10 billion in just three months.
Ravi Roth Tapped For New Queer YouTube Travel Series
Gaycation prepares for a relaunch with the announcement of Ravi Roth as the new host of The Gaycation Travel Show, a 12-episode YouTube series slated to go online in fall 2020.
United Airlines Posts $1.6 Billion Loss in Virus-Scarred Q2
The Chicago-based airline burned through $40 million a day from April through June but said it will trim losses to $25 million a day in the third quarter by slashing costs.
Watch: 3 Women Attack Airline Workers Over Flight Delay
Several Spirit Airlines employees were injured when they were attacked by three women who were apparently upset that their flight from Fort Lauderdale to Philadelphia had been delayed, sheriff's officials said.
5 Places In The South West For Surfing And Camping Enthusiasts
Thankfully, things are starting to return back to normal with the relaxation of various lockdown and travel restrictions, and various campsites and travel destinations announcing their resumption of businesses.
Marriott Will Require Guests to Wear Masks in Public Spaces
The hotel giant has been requiring employees to wear masks for several months. In a video message released Monday, CEO Arne Sorenson said the mandate is being extended to guests.
9 Virtual Tours to Experience NYC From Home
The Big Apple awaits — at least virtually. From the Top of the Rock to LGBTQ history in jewelry design at the Cooper Hewitt, there's plenty to explore without ever leaving your couch.
Virtual Vacation: NYC Launches Curator Collection
The newly launched Virtual NYC Curator Collections presents a new series of guest curators selecting their favorites from hundreds of cultural experiences currently available online.
Seattle Cruise Line Sells 4 Ships, Cruise Ban Extended
A Seattle-based cruise line has sold four ships in its fleet as the coronavirus pandemic has halted operations and subsequently slowed businesses that rely on incoming traffic from the industry.