By Nancy S. Jecker & Caesar Atuire, The Conversation Omicron, the latest COVID-19 variant dubbed a “variant of concern” by the World Health Organization, has prompted new travel restrictions in many nations. Although little is known about omicron, scientists have expressed concern that it may be more transmissible or vaccine-resistant than previous variants. On Nov. […]
By ABC News The Biden administration is preparing to implement new travel guidelines that would require proof of a negative COVID-19 test within one day of flying into the U.S., including for vaccinated people, a spokesperson from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed. The expected change comes as the country beefs up surveillance […]
By Jessica Sager, The Discoverer There is so much travel safety advice out there that you may wonder if it’s even possible to have fun on vacation when you’re constantly looking over your shoulder or waiting for an accident, crime or other disaster to happen. Alternatively, you might be tempted to throw caution to the […]
By Forrest Brown, CNN (CNN) — Two tropical islands half a world apart and popular with tourists — Jamaica in the Caribbean and Sri Lanka in South Asia — are now among the highest-risk destinations for travelers. That’s according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s travel advisories list, which was updated on Tuesday. Also […]
By Victoria Falk
Deborah Millington. Photo: Mario Figeroux On Wednesday, July 28, 2021, Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. hosted a fabulous event at the upscale Son Cubano Restaurant and Bar, located in West New York, New Jersey. The premier award-winning restaurant was a great choice of venues for Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. to meet with valued Travel Agent partners […]
By Gay Nagle Myers, Travel Weekly Most Caribbean islands have reopened to international tourism, and several islands have begun adopting two-track entry regulations for vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers. Here are the latest developments for travel from the U.S. to each Caribbean country. All international passengers flying into the U.S. from the Caribbean islands (with the […]
Summer has begun, and many people are hoping for better days after the lockdown in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With more persons vaccinated and the opening up of businesses and resorts with health and safety precautions in place, it’s time to make that dream trip or vacation a reality. A word of advice, […]
After a long year stuck at home, many people are dreaming about when they can travel once again. While counting down the days may feel like torture, planning and booking a vacation for later this year can give you something to look forward to. Now may be the perfect time to start thinking about your […]
Boaters are planning to increase their on-water activity this summer, according to a pandemic-influenced survey of 3,500 boaters by the nation’s premier onwater assistance provider Sea Tow Services International. Summer Boating Statistics: 52% of boaters surveyed anticipate their boating activity to increase this summer compared to last year. 52% plan to use their boat primarily […]
After months of cautionary travel and shelving vacation plans, people, especially those with families at home, are researching how they can indulge their wanderlust safely again. The goal is to enjoy a vacation in a responsible manner, creating memories while keeping yourself and others safe. Heading to Coastal Mississippi: The Secret Coast is a good […]