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Signs of Optimism as NYC Sees Rise in Tourism, Bit by Bit
Tourists who vanished from New York City's museums, hotels and cultural attractions when the coronavirus pandemic hit a year ago are trickling back in as restrictions loosen.
Merkel Hopeful on Europe Summer Travel Even Without Vaccine
Europeans can look forward to traveling this summer, if coronavirus cases keep declining further on the continent, German Chancellor Angela Merkel said Saturday.
Norwegian Cruise Line Threatens to Skip Florida's Ports
Miami-based Norwegian Cruise Line is threatening to steer clear of Florida after the governor signed legislation banning businesses from requiring that customers show proof of vaccination against COVID-19.rn
Tripadvisor Removes Insensitive Review of Auschwitz Museum
Travel website Tripadvisor has removed an insensitive review of the Auschwitz Museum after initially saying it complied with its submission guidelines.rn
UK to Ease Holiday Travel Ban Yet Keeps Most Quarantines
Britain announced a "first tentative step" Friday toward resuming international travel, saying U.K. citizens will be able to travel to countries including Portugal, Iceland and Israel later this month without having to quarantine upon their return.rn
Travel Insurance Is Limited for Pricey Luggage
If you prefer and appreciate the quality craftsmanship and designer flair of expensive luggage, it's important to understand the travel insurance limits for baggage.
With 100 Days to Go, WorldPride and EuroGames Forge Ahead
Will the Pride flag fly at half-mast this summer as organizers cope with the fall-out of capacity restrictions at Copenhagen 2021 WorldPride and EuroGames?
Pfizer and BioNTech to Donate Vaccines for Olympic Athletes
Vaccine developers Pfizer and BioNTech will donate doses to inoculate athletes and officials preparing for the Tokyo Olympics, the IOC said Thursday.
Dubai Luxury Home Market Soars as World's Rich Flee Pandemic
After nearly three decades in London, Christophe Reech was fed up with the city's pandemic lockdowns. This spring, he sold his luxury townhouse and jetted off to the desert sheikhdom of Dubai to start a new life with his family.
Mom who Gave Birth on Flight Didn't Know She was Pregnant
Lavinia "Lavi" Mounga had no idea a baby was coming when she went into labor on a flight from her home in Utah to Honolulu last week.
12 Fascinating Facts Revealed About American Airlines AAdvantage Program
Here are 12 of the most interesting facts revealed about the AAdvantage mileage program.
US Sets Pandemic-Era High for Air Travel, Over 1.6 Million
The United States set another record for the number of air travelers since the pandemic set in, although passenger numbers remain far below 2019 levels.
Cafes, Restaurants Reopen in Greece for Outdoor Service
Cafes and restaurants reopened in Greece on Monday for sit-down service for the first time in nearly six months, as the country began easing coronavirus-related restrictions with a view to opening the vital tourism industry in the summer.
High Jinx: New Portuguese Bridge Not for the Faint-Hearted
The narrow footbridge suspended across a river canyon in northern Portugal claims to be the world's longest pedestrian bridge and was officially inaugurated Sunday.
Arizona Towns Readies for Tourists After 'Nomadland'
"Nomadland" was partly filmed in the Western town of Quartzsite and won the Academy Award for Best Picture this year, but it's still unclear if that will translate into more tourists.
New Stage in Rome's Colosseum will Restore Majestic View
A project to build a high-tech, lightweight stage inside the Roman Colosseum will allow visitors a central viewpoint from within the ancient structure "to see the majesty of the monument."
Vegas Hitting Jackpot as Pandemic-Weary Visitors Crowd Back
To Mike Anger in Midland, Michigan, a $100 round-trip airline flight and $260 for five nights at a Las Vegas hotel made it too easy to say yes.
French Terraces of Cafes, Restaurants to Open May 19
President Emmanuel Macron said Thursday that the outdoor terraces of France's cafes and restaurants will be allowed to reopen on May 19 along with museums, cinemas, theaters and concert halls under certain conditions.
How to Travel Safely and Cheaply This Summer
The question of whether it's safe to travel remains. Infection rates remain high , despite accelerating vaccination efforts . Even vaccinated individuals are realizing that they may not be in the clear to return to life — and travel — as normal.
Disneyland Opening Highlights California's COVID Turnaround
On Friday, Disneyland, California's world-famous theme park, will reopen to visitors after an unprecedented 13-month closure in what tourism officials hope is a sign of the state's rebound from the pandemic.