Has COVID killed the city break?

Plus: the first gold-plated hotel, airlines covering COVID expenses, better experiences in lesser-known places...

Has COVID-19 killed the city break? The pandemic has profoundly altered how we experience cities – our own as much as those we visit. Half full is the new full in accommodations and restaurants, timed entries will be the norm for all attractions and live gigs and festivals have largely been parked. What next?   Learn more   Can visiting lesser-known places offer a better travel experience? When this pandemic is over – and yes, that’s a hopeful, hands-clasped, please-make-it-happen "when" – and we emerge blinking from our homes, lugging hastily-stuffed backpacks with us, where will you visit first? Here's why lesser-known places should be on your list. read more A look inside the world’s first gold-plated hotel There’s luxury experiences and then there’s luxury experiences, like staying inside a hotel that has been fitted out from top to bottom with gold plating. Read More   Japan's surprising train stats Since operations commenced in 1964, there have been zero accidents and the average delay time sits below 6 seconds – all while carrying over 477,000 passengers ever day. That's just the start. Train Goals  Sponsored by  JR CENTRAL    This airline will cover your expenses if you're diagnosed with COVID-19 while traveling At no cost to the traveler, the coverage includes medical expenses of up to €150,000 (US$174,456) and quarantine costs of €100 ($116) per day for 14 days for passengers diagnosed with COVID-19 during their travels. read more

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The strange tale of the Memphis pyramid

Plus: New floating hotels, airlines' COVID testing program, saving America's national parks, and more

The strange tale of one of the largest pyramids in the world It might not have quite the same level of historic intrigue as its Egyptian counterparts, but the Memphis Pyramid (Memphis, Tennessee - not Memphis, Egypt) was built to be a big deal. While the Tennesse city was known for the birth place of Rock & Roll, city boosters had other ideas.   Learn more   Coming soon to a body of water near you: Floating pod hotels that you can navigate Wake up to not only 360º views above and below water, but a luxurious room fully run on solar power and a navigation system for discovery. Units are splashing in France first. Read More Top US lakes you’ve probably never heard of While big-name lakes get all the glory (looking at you Tahoe, Great Lakes, etc), there are plenty of spots to jump in and cool off, all while socially distanced. Check out these under-the-radar beauties perfect for an aquatic getaway. Read More   Airlines call for a COVID-19 testing program to help restore transatlantic travel Even though a testing program might boost some confidence in travel, the difference in infection rates between the US and regions of Europe has currently led to strict travel restrictions. Right now, the EU has advised member states to not allow US travelers into its member countries read more   How the Great American Outdoors Act will save US national parks It’s a huge win for wildlife, natural treasures, the economy, and for Americans, who enjoy public lands for solace, recreation, and exercise, especially amid this pandemic. read more

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How to cope with canceled trips and lack of travel

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How to cope with the lack of travel options and canceled trips The past few months have been a challenge for everyone. But for travelers, wanderlusters, and global adventurers, the subsequent closed borders and shrinking world have been especially depressing. Here are 10 ways to cope for the foreseeable future, according to experts.   Learn more   Here's a video explaining how filters clean the air on airplanes Curious how efficient and preventative HEPA filtration works, especially when someone may be sitting in the seat next to you? This recent video points to what it does. Watch the video Georgia is enticing adventurous digital nomads with new visa policy The small nation of Georgia hopes to capitalize on the new normal by welcoming foreign citizens to work remotely from the country, but there's a catch. read more    Google launches translator app for ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs Elaborately carved pictograms line the lids of magnificent sarcophagi and the storeys-high walls of ancient Egypt’s temples and tombs, and now they’ll be even easier to decipher thanks to a new Google app. read more   8 of the world's most epic hikes Hiking is about more than exercise, pleasant scenery or getting from A to B; putting one foot in front of the other for hours, days or even weeks on end creates a special sense of connection to a place and its landscapes. Here are 8 of our favorites. read more

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