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A guide to visiting Cuba during COVID-19: what it's like to travel there nowDec 31, 2021 • 8 min read
Lonely Planet's Cuba travel expert visits the tropical island and reports back about his worthwhile trip.
Covid 19
covid 19What to know about traveling with unvaccinated kidsNov 4, 2021 • 7 min read
How can you enjoy traveling with kids and make sure that they are safe and that their risk of infection with COVID-19 is kept at a minimum? Here are our tips.
covid 19Top safety tips for attending large events during the pandemicOct 27, 2021 • 6 min read
Many of us are eager to get back to the activities we enjoyed pre-pandemic, including attending large, exciting events. So how can you have your fun and stay…
covid 19What you need to know about finding and paying for healthcare abroadOct 27, 2021 • 6 min read
Even the most well-prepared traveler can face challenges navigating foreign healthcare systems. Here's what you need to know to avoid a major setback.
covid 19Will my health insurance cover getting COVID-19 while traveling in the US—or abroad?Oct 27, 2021 • 5 min read
If you’re ready to travel again, it’s important to understand the scope of your travel medical insurance coverage should you contract COVID-19—even when…
covid 19Need to self-isolate on arrival? Here’s what you need to knowOct 27, 2021 • 7 min read
How do you find accommodation for the purpose of self-isolation while abroad? And how do you self-isolate in a way that is safe? We break down the essential…
covid 19How to manage vaccine certifications and COVID-19 passports for international travelOct 26, 2021 • 5 min read
How do the new set of vaccine passport apps work, and what are some of the tips and tricks to ensure that you have proof of your vaccination status when you…
covid 19What do I do if my flight gets cancelled—and can I get a refund?Oct 26, 2021 • 4 min read
With travel cautiously opening back up in some parts of the world, many travelers are seeking clarity up front about what they’re entitled to if their trip can…
covid 19PCR tests for travel: everything you need to knowOct 26, 2021 • 6 min read
What’s a PCR test and why do I need one for travel? It’s a labyrinth of acronyms and technologies, but getting it wrong when traveling can be a real headache.
covid 19What happens if I'm denied entry to a country on arrival?Oct 26, 2021 • 4 min read
It’s many travelers’ worst nightmare: detained at the border and deported back to where they came from. It's a rare occurance, but what do I do?
covid 19What is vaccine tourism and is it ethical?Oct 26, 2021 • 6 min read
“Vaccine tourism” is the practice of traveling to other countries in order to obtain a vaccine—but is it ethical?
covid 19What is the IATA Travel Pass and do I need it to travel?Oct 26, 2021 • 5 min read
The IATA Travel Pass is one of a variety of “health credential” services that some airlines are using to help them check the validity of the proof you send…
covid 19How do you choose travel insurance that covers COVID-19?Oct 26, 2021 • 5 min read
Before you go anywhere, it’s best to have a travel insurance plan that protects the investment you’ve made in a long-awaited trip.
covid 19What is a vaccine passport and do I need one to travel?Oct 26, 2021 • 4 min read
As travel resumes in many places around the world, one thing helping to facilitate the return is “vaccine passports.”
covid 19What you need to know about traveling to COVID-19 hotspotsOct 26, 2021 • 4 min read
What can you do to stay safe if you have to travel to a COVID-19 ‘hotspot’?
covid 199 expert tips for a safe road trip during the pandemicOct 26, 2021 • 7 min read
With the Delta variant impacting travel in the US, experts weigh in on how Americans can safely enjoy a classic road trip.