Universal Orlando will reopen June 5, with precautions related to coronavirus. It’s one of the biggest theme parks in the…
Considering a camping trip this summer? Tips to make sure your gear is good to go
Camping is likely to be more popular than ever this year. So be sure to make a reservation and inspect…
The top 10 green buildings for 2020, named by the American Institute of Architects
The American Institute of Architects announced its COTE Top Ten Awards, which recognize 10 design projects.
When will travel return? Predictions for cruises, international destinations, tours and more
Road trips are likely to bounce back first as Americans avoid flying. International destinations and cruises will be among the…
Coronavirus live updates: New York opens further for Memorial Day travel; sick hairstylist may have exposed 91; US nears 100,000 deaths
NBA, Disney in talks to resume season at Florida complex as mounting death toll in the U.S. likely to hit…
Hertz files for bankruptcy
Hertz, whose car-rental bands also include Dollar and Thrifty, lost almost all their revenue when travel shut down due to…
Coronavirus live updates: Chief Justice to graduates: ‘You will be tested’; US nears 100,000 deaths
NBA, Disney in talks to resume season at Florida complex as mounting death toll in the U.S. likely to hit…
Coronavirus live updates: New York eases restrictions on gatherings in time for Memorial Day weekend; US nears 100,000 deaths
Hertz is latest corporate casualty of the coronavirus amid mounting death tolls in the U.S. likely to hit 100,000 early…
Is international travel allowed yet? See when Spain, Mexico, Iceland plan to reopen borders
Spain has announced that it will reopen its borders to foreign tourists in July and Mexico will start reopening in…
Is international travel allowed yet? See when Spain, Mexico, Australia plan to reopen borders
Spain has announced that it will reopen its borders to foreign tourists in July and Mexico will start reopening in…
The top 10 most wish-listed homes on Airbnb
People are slowly starting to travel again amid coronavirus, and internal data from Airbnb is showing where tourists may (eventually)…
Just two survivors in Pakistan plane crash; bodies of 97 passengers and crew recovered
97 bodies have been pulled from rubble in Karachi, Pakistan, where a plane crashed Friday. All are believed to be…
Plane carrying nearly 100 people crashed near Karachi, Pakistan
A plane carrying more than 100 people crashed in Karachi, Pakistan, and news of survivors is still evolving.
Pakistan International Airlines flight crashes, with nearly 100 people on board
A Pakistan International Airlines flight with nearly 100 people on board crashed Friday in the Pakistani city of Karachi.
How to plan the perfect three-day weekend trip once you start traveling again
As we enter the first holiday weekend of summer, you may not be ready to travel yet. But here are…
Pakistan International Airlines flight crashes, killing nearly 100
A Pakistan International Airlines flight with nearly 100 people on board crashed Friday in the Pakistani city of Karachi.
Ask the Captain: Do pilots ever forget to turn off the ‘fasten seat belt’ light?
Is there a speed limit for landing planes? Do pilots ever forget to turn off the ‘fasten seat belt’ light?…
Pakistan International Airlines domestic flight crashes, leaving nearly 100 dead
A Pakistan International Airlines flight with nearly 100 people on board crashed Friday in the Pakistani city of Karachi.
Ready for a post-lockdown vacation but short on cash? Here’s how to do a super-cheap vacation
As quarantines lift, America is ready for vacation. But with the economy in tatters, nobody wants to pay. Here’s how…
No survivors on Pakistan International Airlines flight that crashed in area near Pakistan airport
A Pakistan International Airlines flight with dozens of people on board crashed Friday in the Pakistani city of Karachi, according…
Longing to visit Las Vegas again? Caesars Entertainment says these Strip hotels will reopen first
Both Caesars Palace and the Flamingo will offer hotel rooms, dining options and access to pools – as well as…
Universal Orlando proposes June 1 as reopening date, with coronavirus precautions
Universal Orlando asked state and local officials in Florida Thursday to allow the theme park to reopen as soon as…
Could Yankee Stadium’s lot become a drive-in theater this summer?
Plans are underway to turn the Yankee Stadium parking lot into a site for drive-in movies, concerts and trivia nights.…
Be part of history: Smithsonian museums collect artifacts from coronavirus pandemic
Smithsonian museums are still closed due to the coronavirus pandemic — but curators are collecting artifacts that encapsulate the experience.…
Be part of history: Smithsonian museums are collecting artifacts from coronavirus pandemic
Smithsonian museums are still closed due to the coronavirus pandemic — but curators are collecting artifacts that encapsulate the experience.…
Southwest CEO: Boeing 737 Max could fly again by late 2020
Southwest Airlines hopes to get its grounded Boeing 737 Max aircraft back in the air by the end of the…
Road trips won’t be the same this summer. Here’s what you should plan for
Summer road trips will feel very different this year, with fewer cars on the road, but with coronavirus restrictions easing…
Coronavirus: CDC releases swimming pool reopening guidelines
The CDC says there is no evidence COVID-19 spreads through the water in pools. But they do have some recommendations,…
A brief history of the original fish taco
You’ll find the origins of this dish in Ensenada
TSA updates airport screening measures amid coronavirus: Face masks, food out of carry-ons, more
The Transportation Security Administration is implementing changes to its security screening process amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Florida hotels reopen, roll out red carpet of safety rules for guests during coronavirus
Palm Beach County, Florida, allowed hotels to begin accepting leisure guests again. The coronavirus pandemic has cost the county’s tourism…
Is coronavirus canceling summer vacation for 2020? It depends who you ask
Uncertainty reigns as summer travel season kicks off. The coronavirus crisis and recession are stifling demand, but there are glimmers…
Woman ‘knocked to the ground and injured’ by bison at Yellowstone, two days after national park’s reopening
Two days after Yellowstone National Park reopened amid the coronavirus outbreak, the park reported its first bison-related injury of the…
Could Yankee Stadium’s lot could become a drive-in theater this summer?
Plans are underway to turn the Yankee Stadium parking lot into a site for drive-in movies, concerts and trivia nights.…
Southwest Airlines bringing back water and snacks, but no booze for now
Southwest, like others, suspended in-flight service in March due to the coronavirus outbreak. The airline will only serve water and…
Disney Springs opens in Florida after coronavirus closure
Disney Springs welcomed back guests to the entertainment complex May 20. In its first phase of reopening, a fraction of…
If You Have To Take A Road Trip, Here’s The Safe Way To Do It
Traveling near or far in your car during the coronavirus pandemic? Follow these precautions for a safer road trip.
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex to reopen day after historic NASA & SpaceX launch
The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex announced Wednesday it will reopen to guests beginning May 28.
Water and snacks are coming back at Southwest Airlines, but no booze for now
Southwest, like others, suspended in-flight service in March due to the coronavirus outbreak. The airline will only serve water and…
Florida ‘leading the way,’ Vice President Mike Pence says in talk with state tourism leaders
Vice President Mike Pence on Wednesday praised Florida’s reopening plan for restarting its tourism-driving economy.
Royal Caribbean cancels most sailings through July, ‘difficult’ to predict recovery timeline
Royal Caribbean is extending its suspension through July 31, though it will resume operations in China sooner. Beyond that, the…
Is international travel allowed yet? See when popular destinations are reopening their borders
Now that foreign countries are starting to reopen, are travelers allowed to go abroad amid coronavirus concerns? If so, where…
Where are you dreaming of going post-coronavirus? Airbnb guests crave faraway trips
Internal data from Airbnb shows where tourists may head (eventually) to cure their wanderlust after the coronavirus pandemic.
Playful dolphin gives impressive underwater show to scuba divers off Bahamian island
A playful dolphin gave some scuba divers an impressive underwater show off San Salvador in the Bahamas.
JetBlue blocking middle seats through Fourth of July as airlines face backlash for not social distancing
Flying before the Fourth of July? If you board JetBlue, you won’t have someone sitting next to you during the…
Norwegian Cruise Line extends sailing suspension, ships won’t sail until August
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. has extended its sailing suspension through July 31. Ships are now scheduled to resume service…
Where are you dreaming of going post-coronavirus quarantine? Airbnb guests are craving future far-away trips
Internal data from Airbnb is showing where tourists may be heading next (eventually) to cure their wanderlust amid the coronavirus…
The best US cities for a staycation amid coronavirus, according to WalletHub
WalletHub put together the best and worst cities for staycations in the U.S. during the coronavirus pandemic.
Trump administration extends border closures to Canada, Mexico until June 22
Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf announced the U.S.-Canada and U.S.-Mexico land border closure have been extended until June 22.…
Las Vegas’ Venetian Resort is taking reservations for a post-coronavirus reopening on June 1
The company plans to open its two properties in phases: First the Venetian tower – and then the Palazzo tower…
‘It was the right thing’: Justin Trudeau announces extended US-Canadian border closure
In a press conference Tuesday, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that the U.S.-Canada border will remain closed until at…
Atlantic beach towns brace for summer vacationers – but know it won’t be the same
Vacationers are having to weigh how safe it will be to visit their favorite Atlantic shore destinations this year.
‘Hygiene is the new luxury’: How cruise ship design could evolve to ward against outbreaks
Cruise lines are consulting with experts and looking for ways to ensure passenger safety and minimize risk of infection from…
Let these stunning photos transport you to the Big Island of Hawaii
This slice of paradise is home to four different climate zones; white, gold, green and black sand beaches; active volcanoes…
MGM Resorts unveils free parking as it prepares for return of guests amid coronavirus
MGM Resorts, operator of a dozen properties in Las Vegas, announced Monday the return of free parking amid coronavirus.
Atlantic beach towns brace for summer vacationers — but know it won’t be the same
Vacationers are having to weigh how safe it will be to visit their favorite Atlantic shore destinations this year.
East Coast beach communities in limbo as states begin to reopen
Beaches up and down the U.S. East Coast remain in limbo as restrictions vary between states.
Las Vegas launches new TV ad as resorts, casinos prepare to reopen: ‘A new Vegas for the new reality’
The Southern Nevada tourism mecca is pitching a new kind of experience following pandemic fallout that shut down the city.…
Diamond Princess cruise ship leaves Japan months after coronavirus outbreak to get last of crew home
The Diamond Princess — the cruise ship that was part of an early coronavirus outbreak — is on the move…
Hotels, resorts announce new cleaning programs amid coronavirus. Here’s what they look like.
Four Seasons, IHG and MGM Resorts have updated cleanliness measures due to coronavirus. Hilton, Marriott, Sandals and Airbnb also have…
Not traveling due to coronavirus? How to transform your bedroom into a luxury hotel suite
One of the best parts of travel is getting to stay in beautiful hotels. Until you feel safe doing that…
Grounded in Arizona: Flights arrive but don’t leave as ailing airlines park fleets
As the airline industry contracts during the COVID-19 crisis, carriers are grounding thousands of jetliners in the Southwest.
Hertz names Paul Stone as new CEO as rental car company deals with coronavirus business impacts
Hertz named Paul Stone as its new CEO to replace Kathryn V. Marinello, who resigned but will remain as a…
‘Like a bumper boat’: Ocean City, Maryland, restaurant unveils social distancing tables
Fish Tales in Ocean City, Maryland, has unveiled bumper-style tables to keep patrons at least six feet apart amid the…
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Expanded Cahuilla Casino Hotel near Anza, California, plans to reopen soon amid coronavirus pandemic
The Cahuilla Band of Indians had to delay the hotel’s grand opening, which was scheduled for April 2, due to…
Is it safe to rent a car? Hertz, rivals enhance cleaning process to eliminate coronavirus
As travel begins to pick up again after the coronavirus shutdown, car-rental companies are eager to assure customers they are…
Elvis Presley’s Graceland reopens Thursday after coronavirus closure. Here’s what’s different.
Graceland, Elvis Presley’s Memphis mansion, reopens Thursday for the first time since closing March 20 amid the coronavirus pandemic. What’s…
Post-coronavirus travel ‘will be as enjoyable as open-heart surgery,’ Dubai Airports CEO says
In the wake of coronavirus, “the whole travel experience will be as enjoyable as open-heart surgery,” Dubai Airports CEO Paul…
Ocean City, Maryland, sees packed crowds as coronavirus restrictions lift
Ocean City, Maryland, was packed Saturday after the mayor reopened the beach a week prior.
Bring your mask when Disney Springs reopens Wednesday: Here’s what you need to know
When Disney Springs partially reopens on Wednesday, May 20, guests will have to wear facial coverings except when dining and…
Digital check-in, limited buffets and lots of sanitizer: What a hotel stay looks like amid coronavirus
The next time you stay at a hotel, your experience will be different. A lot different. Here’s what it will…
How to tell if your old bottle of wine is still good
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In time for Memorial Day: Ocean City, Maryland, lifts hotel, vacation rental coronavirus restrictions
Ocean City, Maryland, Mayor Rick Meehan announced that the town will repeal its lodging restrictions. The move follows the reopening…
Refund-related lawsuits against airlines are taking off. But will they succeed?
Since the pandemic started, passengers have taken all of the legacy carriers to court, alleging they failed to refund tickets…
Congressman wants airlines to leave seats empty on planes to promote social distancing
House Transportation Commitee Chairman Peter DeFazio said more care needs to be taken to promote spacing on planes
What To Do About Travel You’d Booked For Later In 2020
Experts explain the most important factors to consider when canceling or postponing a trip amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Face masks on the fly: Las Vegas airport adds PPE vending machines
Las Vegas’ McCarran International Airport has added face masks, gloves, hand sanitizer and wipes to its vending machine offerings.
Which American landmarks are about to reopen, and what remains closed due to coronavirus
Now that states are slowly starting to reopen, some American landmarks are about to open up to visitors, while others…
Norwegian Cruise Line will relaunch five ships at a time, estimates 5-6 months before fleet is back up
Norwegian Cruise Line expects to return with a handful of vessels and and relaunch about five ships per month.
‘We have to get up on our feet’: Hotels reopen in Florida as coronavirus restrictions ease
Hotels shuttered by the coronavirus pandemic in Florida are reopening but not all at once.
Virtually experience Hong Kong on this gorgeous photo tour
Hong Kong is a city of contrasts.
Ask the Captain: Can a plane land on autopilot in case of emergency?
Retired US Airways Captain John Cox explains why landing on autopilot still requires human intervention.
Royal Princess Cruise Ship honks ‘Love Boat’ theme song while anchored
Love, exciting and new! Come aboard, we’re expecting you!
The coronavirus travel crisis shuttered these three US airlines. Will more go under as well?
Regional airlines, which serve smaller communities that are less profitable to airlines than larger cities, were vulnerable before coronavirus.
US man posing as janitor caught sneaking into Germany to visit girlfriend, authorities say
A 20-year-old U.S. man was deported from Germany after trying to sneak into the country disguised as a janitor to…
Rock Hall museum set for June reopening, keeping the ‘DNA of rock and roll’ in a safe space
The coronavirus didn’t stop the music, but it did shut down the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame to visitors.…
Hollywood Bowl cancels summer season for first time in 98-year history due to COVID-19 pandemic
For the first time in its 98-year history, the legendary Hollywood Bowl is canceling its summer season due to the…
Coronavirus travel: Disney Cruise Line won’t sail again until end of July at the earliest
The extension doesn’t come as a surprise after Disney CEO Bob Chapek warned that the cruise line would be the…
Grand Canyon National Park will reopen Friday. Here’s what you need to know.
Arizona’s Grand Canyon National Park will reopen Friday once the state’s stay-at-home order expires. Here’s what to expect if you…