As Covid cases dwindle across Mexico, officials in the state of Quintana Roo are looking to lift the mask requirement in Cancun by April, in a move that would further ascertain the city’s return to pre-pandemic normality. Currently, tourists are required to wear face coverings in public spaces and observe a number of other guidelines…
Canada Removes Testing For Entry April 1st
After two long years of some of the strictest entry rules worldwide, Canada is finally removing its testing for entry requirement. As of April 1, 2022, the federal government will get rid of pre-arrival testing requirements for vaccinated travelers to enter Canada. Up until April 1st, travelers need to show proof of a negative antigen…
Uber And Lyft Add New ‘Fuel Surcharge Fees To Passengers In The U.S.
Rising gas prices across the country are causing Uber and Lyft to add a fuel surcharge to all of their rides in the United States. This is one example of how companies are passing on the cost of gas to the consumer. We can also expect to see this trend in the airline industry if…
U.S. State Department Issues Travel Advisory Updates For 23 Countries
The US Department of State has issued several new travel advisory warnings to a range of countries, with the Caribbean in particular set to be affected by the latest updates. Of the 23 travel advisory updates to be issued just yesterday, ten of them were handed out to countries located in the Caribbean – with…
British Airways And Virgin Atlantic Remove Masks On Most Flights
Will masks on planes and airports become a thing of the past? That reality is among us, at least in some cases. It came as a big reveal on Monday when two major British airlines, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic Airways, announced that they would be dropping their mask mandate for passengers on flights where…
US Virgin Islands Scraps Testing For Vaccinated Americans
Joining the ranks of Caribbean destinations easing travel restrictions once more, the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) announced recently the pre-departure testing requirement is being lifted for vaccinated Americans visiting from the mainland. The move follows an accentuated drop in Covid cases as the U.S. territory rides out the Omicron storm. Shortly after Omicron was flagged…
Downtown Rio de Janeiro: Why it’s Worth Visiting
When it comes to discovering all of the wonders of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil, it’s natural that your mind tends to wonder to the many tourist attractions. And while those spots are popular for a reason, there is a hidden gem that all travellers to Rio should experience: downtown Rio de Janeiro. Downtown Rio…
IATA Calls For An End To All Remaining Travel Restrictions In Europe
Following the waning of Omicron infections across Europe, which influenced a number of countries to finally loosen strict travel rules, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has joined the Airports Council International (ACI) in further pressuring the continent to lift all remaining restrictions ahead of the busy summer season. Although some European nations, such as…
Why Tirana, Albania Should Be On Your Travel Wishlist
When booking summer vacations in Europe, many Americans look to Italy, France, Greece, Spain, and even Croatia. These countries have been mainstream and popular tourist destinations for decades now and while they are all beautiful and worth it destinations, this summer might be a good time to try somewhere off the beaten path and visit…
England Becomes The 14th Country To Remove All Entry Requirements
England has joined a growing number of nations in scrapping ALL entry restrictions today. British Transport Secretary, Grant Shapps, tweeted: “All remaining Covid travel measures, including the Passenger Locator Form and tests for all arrivals, will be stood down for travel to the UK from 4 am on 18 March,” “These changes are possible due…