Face Masks Finally Compulsory on All Major U.S. Airlines

The major U.S. airlines now require customers to wear face masks if they want to fly. | Frommer's

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Maine Might Be Closed to Out-Of-State Visitors This Summer

Maine considers forcing visitors to quarantine for two weeks, which would dramatically discourage tourism. | Frommer's

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WATCH: Baby Turtles Hatch and Go to Sea at Island Resort in Thailand

About 200 baby turtles hatched and headed to sea on the beach of a luxury island resort in Thailand this month. | Frommer's

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Duck Boats Are Not Safe, Government Agency Warns

The NTSB says Missouri's deadly 2018 duck boat accident could have been prevented. | Frommer's

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Argentina Suspends Commercial Flights Until September

Argentina introduces the most severe, most potentially economically devastating flight ban on the planet. | Frommer's

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In Acapulco and Worldwide, Bioluminescent Waters are Back

A scientist weighs in on why Acapulco's waters are glowing again (and other oceanscapes seem to have more of a glow). | Frommer's

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Airfares Could Spike in the Near Future. Buy Now!

Due to social distancing, there may soon be fewer seats available per flight. That could increase the costs for remaining seats dramatically. | Frommer's

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Look at the PPE Suits AirAsia Is Testing for Flight Attendants

AirAsia is testing head-to-toe PPE suits for flight attendants in the Philippines. | Frommer's

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Our Travel Podcasts This Week: Safaris and Nomads

Recaps of our weekly travel podcasts | Frommer's

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6 Strategies for Road-Tripping in a Pandemic

Yes, driving trips are still possible, but the road rules are a little different for now.

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Changing Course, JetBlue Now Requires Masks; Delta and American to Offer Them

JetBlue became the first U.S. airline to require passengers to wear face masks, while American and Delta require them of flight attendants. | Frommer's

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JetBlue, Delta, American Change Course and Mandate Face Masks

JetBlue became the first U.S. airline to require passengers to wear face masks, while American and Delta require them of flight attendants. | Frommer's

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How the Major Theme Parks Might Reopen

Disney and Universal are eager to reopen for business, but it won't be business as usual. | Frommer's

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Rent a Car for a One-Way Road Trip for $20 a Day with No Drop-Off Fees

Rental car companies have announced cheap one-way rental fees to shift inventory from Florida and Arizona. | Frommer's

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Aloha Also Means Goodbye: Hawaii Extends Stay-at-Home Order

Hawaii has extended its stay-at-home order through May 31, 2020. | Frommer's

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Sicily Creates Fund to Pay 50% of Vacationers' Costs

Sicily will subsidize tourism in the months ahead, which means tremendous savings for visitors. | Frommer's

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Saving California's Restaurants Means Saving Its Tourism Industry

Governor Newsom announces a farsighted plan to help seniors and save California's restaurant industry. | Frommer's

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Flight Attendants Call for Halting Leisure Travel

The U.S. flight attendants' union calls for the government to halt leisure air travel until the end of the pandemic. | Frommer's

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Immunity Passports for Travelers: Quick Solution or False Hope?

A number of individuals and states are asking for "immunity passports" for travel, but scientists say it's too soon. | Frommer's

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How to File a FAA or Consumer Complaint Against an Airline: A Guide to Directing Your Government Grievances

When is it time to report an airline to the Federal Aviation Administration or other Department of Transportation agency? And more importantly, how do you do it?

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United Airlines Flight Attendants Now Required to Wear Masks

As of April 24, United Airlines requires flight attendants to wear masks while on duty. | Frommer's

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Florida Beachgoers Share the Sand with the Grim Reaper

A lawyer hangs out on Florida's beaches dressed as the Grim Reaper to warn beachgoers on the importance of social distancing. | Frommer's

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Cunard Releases The Recipe for Its Famous Scones (To Make Up for Their Absence)

You can Cunard Line's delicious luxury fruit scones at home. It's easier than you think. | Frommer's

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WATCH: Stunning Aerial Footage of Over 400 Airliners Mothballed in the Mojave

Aerial footage shows hundreds of out-of-use airplanes parked in the Mojave Desert of Southern California. | Frommer's

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25 Independent Bookstores We Love—and How to Support Them Now

Independent bookstores are often the hearts and souls of their communities—and a great resource for travelers hoping to tap into the local zeitgeist. These are some of our favorite bookshops around the United States.

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Frank Lloyd Wright Sites Are Sharing Weekly Virtual Visits

Each week, Frank Lloyd Wright sites are sharing short video tours showing off the famed architect's work. | Frommer's

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25 Independent Bookstores We Love—and How to Support Them Now

Independent bookstores are often the hearts and souls of their communities—and a great resource for travelers hoping to tap into the local zeitgeist. These are some of our favorite bookshops around the United States.

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Venice's Gondoliers Deliver Food to Isolated Locals Now

Gondola-rowing teachers are using their boats to deliver supplies in Venice. | Frommer's

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50+ Places to Find Free, Travel-Themed Virtual Backgrounds for Video Calls

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50+ Places to Find Free, Travel-Themed Virtual Backgrounds for Video Calls

Download free virtual backgrounds for video conferencing from these major world destinations and attractions. | Frommer's

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Vegas Mayor Wants Casinos to Reopen—No Matter What

In media interviews, Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman is agitating for the state to reopen casinos, hotels, and other nonessential businesses. | Frommer's

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Unbelievably, American Airlines Takes This Moment to Hike Bag Fees

A week after negotiating to accept $5.8 billion in taxpayer money, American Airlines hikes bag fees. | Frommer's

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Do Airlines Have to Refund You for a Canceled Flight?

If I cancel a flight, don't airlines have to refund me? Here's the definitive answer. | Frommer's

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Do Airlines Have to Refund You for a Cancelled Flight?

If I cancel a flight, don't airlines have to refund me? Here's the definitive answer. | Frommer's

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Air Canada Suspends USA Flights Until May 22

Air Canada suspends flights into the United States until late May. | Frommer's

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WATCH: The Year's First Baby Bison Appear in South Dakota

Baby bison alert! South Dakota's Custer State Park has released footage of the year's first calves. | Frommer's

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A Facebook Page for Sharing Window Views from Around the World

Pauline Frommer found a Facebook page that brings isolated people together through the views out of their windows. | Frommer's

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It’s the pits! The Cancellation of the National Cherry Festival is Personally Saddening

Pauline Frommer bemoans the cancellation of this year's National Cherry Festival in Traverse City, Michigan. | Frommer's

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12 Rules for Booking and Staying in Hotels Now

The global crisis has changed the way you should approach hotel stays. Learn how to navigate our newly transformed hospitality landscape.

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A Reason to Cry in Your Beer: Germany’s Oktoberfest Canceled for 2020

Munich has canceled this year's Oktoberbest due to the global health crisis. | Frommer's

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Listen to These Soothing Nature Sounds When You Can’t Explore Outdoors

Make every day Earth Day! These natural soundscapes available for free online will help calm your frazzled nerves and get you dreaming of future explorations.

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American Pariah: How the U.S. Infection Rate Could Sink Your Future Vacation

Now that the United States has the most confirmed Covid-19 cases, Americans should expect to be excluded. | Frommer's

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Face Masks on Flights? They're Now Required in Some Places

As of Monday, all passengers on flights within, to, or from Canada are required to wear face masks. | Frommer's

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Too Soon? Jacksonville, Florida, Already Reopening Beaches

Jacksonville, Florida, is reopening beaches for exercising (with some restrictions), despite public health concerns. | Frommer's

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Stranded in Peru: A Remarkable Journey Home

A college student's return from Peru exposes a disastrous government response to Covid-19 evacuation. | Frommer's

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Samantha Brown Just Made Some Terrific New Study Guides

TV host Samantha Brown has created new study guides to go with her PBS TV show. Here's where to find them. | Frommer's

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How to Celebrate Massachusetts Patriots' Day Events Online

Patriots' Day events in Massachusetts are going online this year. Here's what to stream—and where. | Frommer's

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Emirates Airlines' Boarding Procedure Now Includes a Coronavirus Test

Emirates Airlines becomes first airline to implement coronavirus checks. | Frommer's

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Faroe Islands Launch Wild Idea: Control a Live Guide Like a Video Game

The Faroe Islands launch virtual tours that viewers can control from their living rooms. | Frommer's

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Delta Air Lines Changes Boarding Procedure

To encourage social distancing, Delta Air Lines is now boarding airplanes back to front. They should continue after the pandemic end. | Frommer's

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