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These airlines have raised their baggage fees in 2020May 1, 2020 • 2 min read
Travel experts wonder if more will follow suit as the industry recovers from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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petsThis adorable dog is taking people on virtual hikes through the Swiss countrysideMay 1, 2020 • 2 min read
Rasta, a fluffy White Swiss Shepherd, has become an Instagram star through his virtual treks through Switzerland with his owner Sylvia.
air travelThese airlines now require travellers to wear face masksMay 1, 2020 • 1 min read
Some airlines may require passengers to wear masks to help curb the spread of COVID-19.
air travelHong Kong International Airport unveils full body disinfection booths and cleaning robotsMay 1, 2020 • 2 min read
Hong Kong International Airport has announced full-body disinfection channels and autonomous robots with ultra violet light and air sterilising technology.
public transportHow Amtrak trips will change after the COVID-19 pandemicApr 30, 2020 • 1 min read
The US national passenger railroad service has outlined its future plans for operating a full schedule again.
air travelArgentina shuts down commercial flights with strictest travel ban in the AmericasApr 28, 2020 • 2 min read
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Argentina has banned all commercial flight ticket sales until September 1.
unique staysAirbnb's new cleaning procedures go into effect next monthApr 28, 2020 • 2 min read
In anticipation of a return to travel, Airbnb has announced new cleaning protocols, geared toward health and prevention and developed with help from a former…
neighborhoodsChicago to ban horse-drawn carriagesApr 27, 2020 • 2 min read
The Chicago city council voted 46-4 to ban horse-drawn carriages by the end of the year.
sustainable travelDutch Hyperloop company plans to connect Paris to Amsterdam in just 90 minutesApr 25, 2020 • 2 min read
Is this the future of travel? A Dutch Hyperloop company has a vision to connect Europe through a system of eco-friendly, rapid transport.
air travelPassengers could benefit if airlines sell off air miles to banksApr 24, 2020 • 2 min read
Air travel is at a standstill due to the coronavirus. To shore up cash reserves, carriers like Delta and United are negotiating to sell discounted…
petsCould dogs with the ability to sniff out COVID-19 be coming to airports?Apr 23, 2020 • 2 min read
Researchers in London are working on intensively training dogs to help provide a rapid diagnosis of the virus.
air travelRichard Branson is offering his private island as collateral to save Virgin AtlanticApr 22, 2020 • 2 min read
The Virgin founder is hoping to use the island to get a UK government loan to help his stricken airline.
air travelCould COVID-19 spell an end for the dreaded middle seat?Apr 21, 2020 • 2 min read
Several airlines are avoiding putting passengers in the centre seats to help curb the spread of COVID-19.
hotelsSome hotels are offering gift cards that increase in value for future staysApr 20, 2020 • 2 min read
With a greatly reduced demand worldwide for hotel stays, some forward-thinking initiatives could benefit guests.
hotelsTravel industry unites to provide free holidays to healthcare workersApr 20, 2020 • 2 min read
A grassroots movement that started off in Spain has spread across the globe, encouraging travel businesses, hotels and B&Bs to provide free holidays to…
air travelEmirates conducts pre-flight rapid COVID-19 testing for passengersApr 17, 2020 • 2 min read
Emirates is working with Dubai Health Authority to test passengers for COVID-19 before boarding. The analysis is a blood test with results within ten…
train travelLight at the end of the tunnel for one of Europe's most opulent ghost stationsApr 15, 2020 • 2 min read
It was one of the world's most opulent railway stations, sitting imposingly on the French-Spanish border - but then it fell into disrepair.
hotelsBuy a beach house in the Bahamas where Princess Diana once stayedApr 14, 2020 • 2 min read
The five-bedroom Casuarina Beach is located in an exclusive gated community on New Providence island.
petsThis couple made an adorable art gallery for their gerbilsApr 9, 2020 • 2 min read
The Italian couple have created something particularly clever and engaging with their pet gerbils Pandoro and Tiramisù.
air travelThe US has issued strict restrictions on passport renewals and applicationsApr 8, 2020 • 2 min read
In an effort to the slow the spread of coronavirus, the US Department of State has temporarily halted its passport services with the exception of…
air travelUS Department of Transportation orders airlines to pay refundsApr 7, 2020 • 2 min read
The US DOT said that airlines must give customers refunds instead of vouchers for canceled flights.
air travelThese visualisations highlight the 'historic decline' in air traffic during MarchApr 6, 2020 • 2 min read
As COVID-19 tore from one region to the next over the last month, the travel restrictions and flight cuts that followed transformed our skies.