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'Mean Girls' Star Jonathan Bennett Talks LGBTQ+ Cruise Co. He Founded with His Husband-to-Be
"Mean Girls" star Jonathan Bennett and his fiancé, fellow actor Jaymes Vaughan, appeared on the Travel & Leisure podcast Let's Go Together to talk about their new gay cruise company.
Airlines Say Rise in COVID-19 Cases is Hurting Ticket Sales
Several leading U.S. airlines warned Thursday that the rise in COVID-19 cases due to the delta variant is hurting their bookings and further delaying the travel industry's recovery.
Waikiki's 'Alohilani Resort Mandates Vaccination for Workers, Guests
'Alohilani Resort will require its employees, patrons and guests to show proof they're fully vaccinated. The requirement will also apply to the six other Waikiki properties owned or operated by hospitality management company Highgate.
How 9/11 Changed Air Travel: More Security, Less Privacy
Ask anyone old enough to remember travel before Sept. 11, 2001, and you're likely to get a gauzy recollection of what flying was like. There was security screening, but it wasn't anywhere near as intrusive.
Shark Tourism Grows on Cape Cod, 3 Years After Attacks
Three summers after Cape Cod saw two great white shark attacks on humans — including the state's first fatal attack since 1936 — the popular tourist destination south of Boston is showing signs it's slowly, tentatively embracing its shark-y reputation.
Palm Springs Gears Up for Fall
Palm Springs is gearing up for a busy fall with a number of events this autumn. Neighboring Cathedral City also offers dining, nightlife, and stylish accommodations in the desert.
Misspelling of Moderna Leads to Tourist's Arrest in Hawaii
A 24-year-old Illinois woman submitted a fake COVID-19 vaccination card to visit Hawaii with a glaring spelling error that led to her arrest: Moderna was spelled "Maderna," according to court documents.
Two Homelands Converge for LGBTQ Cuban Americans in Miami's Little Havana
A gay Cuban American journalist returns to his childhood home of Miami to explore Little Havana's legacy and the impact of queer Cuban culture.
Copenhagen Rallies for An Unforgettable WorldPride 2021
Amid a global pandemic, WorldPride and Eurogames organizers united to present Copenhagen 2021. Rainbow flags flew high as LGBTQ+ representation radiated throughout the Scandinavian host city.
EU Takes US Off Safe Travel List; Backs Travel Restrictions
The European Union recommended Monday that its 27 nations reinstate restrictions on tourists from the U.S. because of rising coronavirus infections there, but member countries will keep the option of allowing fully vaccinated U.S. travelers in.
Universal Studios Sets Opening for First Theme Park in China
Universal Studios announced Monday that its first theme park in China will open in the country's capital in September.
Croatia Thrilled at a Summer Season Success Despite COVID-19
Summer tourism has exceeded even the most optimistic expectations in Croatia this year. Once fearful that the coronavirus pandemic would discourage people from traveling, Croatia's tourism industry was caught by surprise.
How 2 Lesbian Travel Content Creators Became the Face of Bushwick, Brooklyn
A new mural in Brooklyn is just the latest benchmark for Gabi Meit and Shanna Sciara — two lesbian travel influencers who are taking love to a whole new level.
Asian Tourism Sees Ups, Downs in 2nd Year of Pandemic
From the Great Wall to the picturesque Kashmir valley, Asia's tourist destinations are looking to domestic visitors to get them through the COVID-19 pandemic's second year.
Southwest Trims Schedule in Effort to Solve Flight Problems
Southwest Airlines will reduce flights for the rest of the year as it tries to restore an operation that stumbled over the summer and now faces lower demand because of the rise in coronavirus cases.
Watch: Mama Ru Dishes Advice for Anti-Maskers Disrupting Flights
While guest hosting "Jimmy Kimmel Live!," RuPaul had a few words of advice on how to handle disruptive airline passengers who refuse to follow rules about wearing masks.
Cruise Lines Require Vaccinations, Tests, Amid Virus Surge
The CDC began advising travelers who are at a higher risk for severe COVID-19 illness to avoid cruises. It is also recommending that passengers show both a recent negative COVID test and proof they've been immunized.
Take it Outside: Our Favorite LGBTQ Murals in the US
Mask up and hit the streets to see some of the country's best LGBTQ artists share their creativity in public spaces from coast to coast.
Governor: Now is Not a Good Time to Travel to Hawaii
Hawaii's governor asked Monday that visitors and residents reduce travel to the islands to essential business only while the state struggles to control COVID-19 as the highly contagious delta variant spreads in the community.
New Orleans Tourism Industry Worries as Coronavirus Rages
Louisiana has been a hot spot for this fourth COVID wave, with hospitalizations repeatedly hitting record highs and medical staff voicing concerns about hospitals being overrun.