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Spain has loosened restrictions on UK and US travelersMay 26, 2022 • 3 min read
Spain has extended some of its COVID-19 entry rules until June 15 2022.
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Travelers to the USA will now pay 50% more for ESTA feeMay 26, 2022 • 2 min read
Travelers heading to the United States now have to pay an increased ESTA fee, with the new costs coming into effect today.
covid 19Traveling to the US? Here’s how to meet the one-day testing ruleMay 25, 2022 • 6 min read
The US now requires travelers to get a COVID-19 test within one day of travel. Here is what you need to know about getting a test abroad.
national parksI just got back from Moab, UtahMay 25, 2022 • 4 min read
With Arches and Canyonlands National Parks as well as Sand Flats Recreation Area in its vicinity, Moab, Utah is a wonderland for adventure enthusiasts.Â
train travelLondon's new high-speed railway is open, making it easier and faster to get around the cityMay 24, 2022 • 2 min read
Passengers arriving at London's Heathrow Airport will be able to zip across the city in minutes with the new 'Super Tube'
hikingSwitzerland debuts a stunning multi-day hike just in time for summer: your guide to ViaBernaMay 24, 2022 • 2 min read
Switzerland's new 300km ViaBerna trail combines the best of the country's cities, lakes and mountains in one trek.
hikingAn all-Black team has summited Mt Everest – and made history in the processMay 23, 2022 • 6 min read
With their recent ascent, the Full Circle Everest team has nearly doubled the number of Black climbers to summit the world's tallest peak.
covid 19CDC now recommends COVID-19 testing for all domestic travelMay 20, 2022 • 2 min read
The health agency is asking travelers to consider testing for COVID-19 as close to the time of departure as possible.
Friday around the planet: A roundup inspiration you may have missed this weekMay 20, 2022 • 2 min read
A roundup of some of the travel-related news and inspiration you might have missed for the week ending May 20.
luxuryMallorca luxe: Richard Branson's first hotel in Spain set for stunning Unesco siteMay 20, 2022 • 2 min read
The first preview of Virgin's Son Bunyola, Richard Branson's Mallorca hotel set to open in the summer of 2023.
Traveling to the US? Here are 5 questions to ask yourself before you goMay 19, 2022 • 3 min read
With the United States reopened to international visitors, perhaps you've booked a trip across the Atlantic. Consider these 5 questions before you go.
6 things to know about summer travel — no matter where you're goingMay 18, 2022 • 4 min read
Even as everyone prepares for the return of travel, there are still ways global events are impacting travel. Here are 6 things to keep in mind.
national parksSee Washington’s stunning San Juan Island from a new visitor centerMay 17, 2022 • 3 min read
After nearly three years of construction, San Juan Island National Historical Park will open a new visitor center on July 4.
sustainable travelPrince Harry launches eco-travel scheme inspired by sustainable Maori practicesMay 16, 2022 • 2 min read
Prince Harry appeared on a Maori TV channel to launch an eco-travel campaign in New Zealand and starred in a launch video encouraging travelers to consider…
air travelSpain and Italy keeping face covering on flights, despite Europe dropping mask mandateMay 16, 2022 • 4 min read
The policy changes on May 16, but there are still many countries who require passengers to keep masks on during flights.
national parksGrand Canyon National Park resumes a popular shuttle service in time for summerMay 13, 2022 • 2 min read
After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, Grand Canyon National Park will bring back its popular park and ride shuttle service.
air travelFriday around the planet: Travel news and inspiration for the week ending May 13May 13, 2022 • 3 min read
Welcome to Friday Around the Planet, a roundup of some of the travel-related news and inspiration you might have missed for the week ending May 13.
hikingArizona's Havasu Falls closed to visitors for the remainder of 2022May 12, 2022 • 2 min read
If you’ve dreamed of hiking through the Havasupai’s land to take in the halcyon blue-green waters of Havasu Falls, you’ll have to wait until 2023.
air travelNew Zealand will drop its final border ban in July - to let the rest of the world inMay 12, 2022 • 3 min read
New Zealand set out a five-step plan that will allow the South Pacific country to reopen to the world.
covid 19Laos reopens and prepares for international tourists with few restrictionsMay 12, 2022 • 2 min read
It's one of Southeast Asia's most isolated countries but after more than two years of border closures, Laos has opened up to all international tourists…
air travelMore European airlines are launching flight+rail packages - here's how I used one to see FranceMay 12, 2022 • 4 min read
To help travelers and the environment, airlines in Europe are offering packages allowing customers to book air and rail at the same time. Here's how it works.
air travel5 questions Americans should ask before traveling to Europe this summerMay 10, 2022 • 4 min read
If you're heading to Europe for the summer, here are some questions to ask yourself before you depart.