Wednesday, July 8, 2020

No face mask, no travel?

Plus museums' big changes, US sites with European looks, Barbados remote work, and more
 
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Person at in an airport with a mask on waiting in line

Failing to comply with orders to wear face masks in public places risks a prison sentence and fines in many countries. But as global travel begins to open up post-lockdown, the controversy over face masks has moved from city streets to the skies, as airlines scramble to give passengers a clearer picture. Will this be the new normal?


 
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Man looking at large painting in museum
How visiting the world’s busiest museums has changed
As the dust sheets are lifted at some of the most popular museums on the planet, what can travelers expect as they reopen? We masked up for a whistle stop tour to find out.
Not the same
 
Leavenworth Bavarian Village
Top US destinations with European style
Last summer, over four million Americans traveled to Europe between July and August. This summer, Americans hoping to hop across the pond may want to consider what European-style alternatives already exist in their backyard.
See the top 7
A group of hikers set out to summit Mt Kilimanjaro
The 10 best peaks for beginner mountaineers
If you are physically fit but just starting out as a mountaineer, here are a few ‘fourteeners’ – mountains higher than 14,000 feet (4,267 metres) – to get you started for your first big climb.
Ain't no mountain high enough
 
Ship off the coast of Barbados
Remote workers could live in Barbados for a year with this new visitor incentive
Immerse yourself in the authentic side of Bajan culture, cuisine, traditions and lifestyle without being bound to an office desk.
Yes Please
 
 
 
The top trending destinations
Wondering where people near you are planning on visiting next? These are the top three searched places this past week from people in your region.
 
Big Sur, California
Chennai (Madras), India
Yellowstone National Park
 



 
 
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Sunday, July 5, 2020

How to prep for your first post-COVID trip

Plus camper tips, most unique distilleries, Zac Efron show, luxury hotel makeover, and more
 
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Person sitting in an airport with a mask on

More than ever, planning a trip right now requires a lot of flexibility and preparedness: on where you’ll go, how you’ll get there, what you’ll do when you arrive, what you need to do before leaving – and particularly what the triggers would be that would make you cancel a trip. Here's what you need to think about.


 
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VW Camper on grass by a large body of water
Is a camper vacation right for you?
The thought of touring a country by RV can be a romantic one. You and your best pals trundling along a meadow-flanked lane, pulling over into a scenic turnout to toast the sunset before bunking down for the night. But is traveling by camper as good as it sounds?
#VANLIFE or Not?
 
Zac Efron in Costa Rica
Netflix binging just got better
Hollywood actor, Zac Efron, is set to present a new travel docuseries on Netflix that explores healthy, sustainable ways to live. The show debuts this week.
Lights. Camera. Actionable Sustainability.
Taking a dip in the pool at Casa Modesta
It started as the home of his grandparents and became a luxury hotel
Guests who visit Casa Modesta can choose from nine rooms, all of which have private patios. There’s even a solarium to relax in, and a garden with a section for organically grown vegetables. But it didn't start out that way.
From a Fisher to Lavisher
 
St Lawrence Spirits NY
The world's most unique distilleries
For those with boozy inclinations, touring a distillery is always fun, especially if it comes with a tasting at the end. But why sip spirits in an ordinary building?
See The Short List
 
 
 
The top trending destinations
Wondering where people near you are planning on visiting next? These are the top three searched places this past week from people in your region.
 
BANFF, CANADA
Alaska, USA
Hawaii, USA
 



 
 
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Wednesday, July 1, 2020

How does travel affect your mental health?

Plus America's most exclusive hike, international discounts, Europe's travel ban, and more.
 
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People doing yoga in park

Could simply exploring your own neighborhood be beneficial for your mental health, especially relevant while our explorable radius has shrunk and it feels like a huge event just to go to the supermarket?

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Aerial shot of Molise, Italy
This pretty Italian village is giving tourists free accommodation if they visit this year
The village is suffering from population decline as residents leave for big cities. As a result it has plenty of vacant homes that can be filled with out-of-towners keen to get away from crowded cities for a week-long break.
You Can't beat free
 
Haiti
The biggest international flight discounts from the USA
While every day there's new announcement on which countries are open – and from which countries they'll accept – travelers should be careful snagging a cheap fare. But with a flexible refund policy, these locations may be worth it for Q4 or next year.
Cheapest Airfares
Beefeaters standing outside the Tower of London conversing
Could the end of the Beefeaters be near?
Dealt a major financial blow because of forced closures during the coronavirus lockdown, the charity that manages some of London’s most historic sites is evaluating what will be closed for good.
Halt! Who Comes There?
 
 
People walking down a street in Europe with the EU flag overhead
The EU is set to lift the travel ban on over a dozen countries, but not the US yet
EU officials have drawn up a list of countries whose citizens will be allowed to travel to the bloc again once restrictions on external borders are lifted on July 1.
See The List
 
 
Hiking "the wave"
Here's how to experience America's most exclusive hike
With only 20 people permitted to hike per day, you’re more likely to get into Harvard than to win the lottery to hike this trail.
Learn more
 
 
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