Vaxxed sunseekers, rejoice! After months of imposing stricter entry requirements due to the 2021 Omicron spike, Barbados is finally lifting the testing requirement for fully vaccinated tourists. While they are yet to relax rules completely like Mexico and Jamaica, which have both scrapped all entry requirements, Barbadian authorities are making it easier to visit the …
Memorial Day weekend is almost here and millions of Americans are ready to hit the road. Despite gas prices reaching record highs, many will take advantage of the long weekend for a pre-summer vacation. This means that roads will be busy and large cities will experience heavy traffic and delays. According to a recent study …
Just when you thought the world was ready to move on, and pandemic scares were well behind you, more trouble is brewing… This week, multiple reports have emerged of monkeypox virus outbreaks in Europe that are already prompting fears of a new global health emergency, especially in countries where the disease is not endemic. As …
The Big Island of Hawai’i has long been a popular place for tourists to visit. Featuring gorgeous beaches, an active volcano, and no shortage of high-quality resorts, it’s no wonder why. If you feel like you’ve already experienced some of the most popular things to do on the island, here are 6 more off-the-beaten-path options …
The US State Department has issued 12 new travel advisories – with most issued just yesterday – as part of the department’s ongoing efforts to keep citizens both well informed and safe as they travel around the world. Viewed by many travelers as a good starting point for their pre-travel research, travel advisories play an …
Oman has become the latest country to remove all of its Covid-related entry requirements for visitors – following in the footsteps of the many countries that have already done the same. Just yesterday, we reported that five countries in the last week or so had made the decision to relax – and in some cases …
Traveling to Spain for summer 2022? You may want to get acquainted with six local laws that could land you hefty fines of up to U$3,146, especially if you’re not well informed enough. Including, believe it or not, wearing only a bikini or going shirtless in certain locations. While these rules do not apply to …
Following over 65% of its European counterparts, which have all re-instated their pre-pandemic entry rules, Belgium is now the latest in the continent to remove all entry requirements and internal mask mandates. After two years of travel bans and social curbs, this Central European nation is finally moving forward and fully reopening for tourism. Throughout …
New York City itself may be a bustling city, but the metropolis is nearby several amazing examples of the great outdoors, especially for those looking to swap city life for nature. This list looks at several such places near the city that are perfect for a day trip or a weekend getaway. 1. Visit Kaaterskill …
U.S. Issues First ESTA Price Increase Since 2015 The United States is increasing the cost of the ESTA waiver visa for incoming tourists. There have been rumors of a price increase for several months, but the final rule is effective from May 20, 2022. The ESTA is an online system whereby nonimmigrant visitors planning to …
United Club members and other customers flying from Newark Airport: you are in for a big treat starting this week. The airline has just opened what has to be its largest, and surely most incredible club lounge yet at the New York hub, measuring 30,000 square feet and boasting a total of 480 seats, distributed …
A new all-inclusive Marriott resort – complete with its very own water park – is set to open in Cancun towards the end of the year. The Mexican city has rebounded extremely well from the impact of the pandemic, with travelers flocking to the destination in their millions – and businesses are doubling down on …