Planning to travel internationally may require vaccine passport
More people are getting on planes this spring, and even anticipating summer travel, now that access to the COVID-19 vaccine spreading, but before you get on that plane, you may need to prove your vaccination and health status with a vaccine passport.
More people are getting on planes this spring, and even anticipating summer travel, now that access to the COVID-19 vaccine spreading, but before you get on that plane, you may need to prove your vaccination and health status with a vaccine passport.
EU to propose COVID-19 vaccine passport to allow free travel by summer
The European Union’s executive body has presented a proposal that would allow EU residents to travel freely across the 27-nation bloc by the summer as long as they have been vaccinated, tested negative for COVID-19 or recovered from the disease. SAMUEL PETREQUIN Associated Press
The European Union’s executive body has presented a proposal that would allow EU residents to travel freely across the 27-nation bloc by the summer as long as they have been vaccinated, tested negative for COVID-19 or recovered from the disease. SAMUEL PETREQUIN Associated Press
FAA extending zero-tolerance policy amid COVID-19 pandemic for unruly passengers
The FAA has slapped hefty fines on two separate passengers in recent weeks, and announced it will be extending its zero-tolerance policy for unruly passengers for as long as the CDC and TSA’s mask mandate is in effect.
The FAA has slapped hefty fines on two separate passengers in recent weeks, and announced it will be extending its zero-tolerance policy for unruly passengers for as long as the CDC and TSA’s mask mandate is in effect.
Bay Area beaches, roadways packed during spring break
Spring break is well underway up and down the 35 mile stretch of Pinellas County beaches.
Spring break is well underway up and down the 35 mile stretch of Pinellas County beaches.
Norwegian Cruise Line cancels all voyages through June 2021
Norwegian Cruise Line announced on Tuesday that all cruises embarking through June 2021 have been suspended due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Norwegian Cruise Line announced on Tuesday that all cruises embarking through June 2021 have been suspended due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Allegedly drunk Alaska Airlines passenger faces $250,000 fine for behavior he claims he doesn't remember
An Alaskan Airlines passenger accused of urinating on his seat and hitting a flight attendant who asked him to put on his mask claims he doesn't remember the incident. He faces up to 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
An Alaskan Airlines passenger accused of urinating on his seat and hitting a flight attendant who asked him to put on his mask claims he doesn't remember the incident. He faces up to 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
Hawaiian Airlines to offer non-stop flights from Orlando to Hawaii starting Saturday
Itching for some island paradise in your life? Look no further! Hawaiian Airlines will begin offering nonstop flights from Orlando to Hawaii, starting Saturday.
Itching for some island paradise in your life? Look no further! Hawaiian Airlines will begin offering nonstop flights from Orlando to Hawaii, starting Saturday.
As COVID-19 vaccinations ramp up, AAA warns 2021 travel will likely be a different experience for many
For many who may be planning a future trip after being vaccinated against COVID-19, AAA says it will likely be a different experience for many who haven’t traveled over the past year.
For many who may be planning a future trip after being vaccinated against COVID-19, AAA says it will likely be a different experience for many who haven’t traveled over the past year.
American, United Airlines cancel 27,000 furloughs after COVID-19 relief bill passes
Two of the biggest U.S. airlines have canceled employee furloughs after the House passed COVID-19 relief that will provide much-needed payroll support.
Two of the biggest U.S. airlines have canceled employee furloughs after the House passed COVID-19 relief that will provide much-needed payroll support.
A look back at Boeing's second deadly 737 MAX crash 2 years later
Two years ago today, 157 people were killed aboard Flight 302 heading from Ethiopia to Kenya when a Boeing 737 MAX jet crashed six minutes after takeoff, creating a fallout of events for the aerospace giant.
Two years ago today, 157 people were killed aboard Flight 302 heading from Ethiopia to Kenya when a Boeing 737 MAX jet crashed six minutes after takeoff, creating a fallout of events for the aerospace giant.
RV rentals see spike during pandemic as travelers seek an escape on the open road
RV rentals have spiked since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, and are showing no signs of slowing down. Here are some tips for those new to renting an RV.
RV rentals have spiked since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, and are showing no signs of slowing down. Here are some tips for those new to renting an RV.
Passengers sue Disney Cruise Line, claiming they contracted COVID-19 on ship
Disney Cruise Line passengers have filed four separate lawsuits claiming they contracted COVID-19 on a March 2020 cruise.
Disney Cruise Line passengers have filed four separate lawsuits claiming they contracted COVID-19 on a March 2020 cruise.
Airline industry pushes US to standardize health papers
Leading airline and business groups are asking the Biden administration to develop temporary credentials that would let travelers show they have been tested and vaccinated for COVID-19, a step that the airline industry believes will help revive travel.
Leading airline and business groups are asking the Biden administration to develop temporary credentials that would let travelers show they have been tested and vaccinated for COVID-19, a step that the airline industry believes will help revive travel.
Residents of Lido Key, St. Armands are fed up with 'party rental' properties
About a year and a half ago, residents said a developer bought homes, tore them down, and replaced them with weekly vacation rental properties, which sleep up to 25 guests each. Residents say the rentals bring trash, too many cars, and loud parties.
About a year and a half ago, residents said a developer bought homes, tore them down, and replaced them with weekly vacation rental properties, which sleep up to 25 guests each. Residents say the rentals bring trash, too many cars, and loud parties.
Crowds flock to Florida beaches as Spring Break nears
Tents, tables and live music were restricted from the beach area, Fort Lauderdale Police Department said.
Tents, tables and live music were restricted from the beach area, Fort Lauderdale Police Department said.
CDC considers requiring negative COVID-19 test for domestic air travel
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on Monday said there is an “active conversation with the CDC” going on regarding imposing requirement of a negative COVID-19 test for domestic airline flights, similar to what is now required for international flights.
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on Monday said there is an “active conversation with the CDC” going on regarding imposing requirement of a negative COVID-19 test for domestic airline flights, similar to what is now required for international flights.
More than half of Americans plan to rebook canceled trips, survey says
1 in 5 people aim to take more trips in 2021 to make up for what they missed in 2020, according to a travel survey.
1 in 5 people aim to take more trips in 2021 to make up for what they missed in 2020, according to a travel survey.
Delta Air Lines middle seat blocking extended through April 2021
Delta Air Lines says it will continue blocking out middle seats and limiting capacity on flights through April 30, 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Delta Air Lines says it will continue blocking out middle seats and limiting capacity on flights through April 30, 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Influx of private jets for Super Bowl will make TPA busiest airport in U.S.
More than 200 private jets have landed at Tampa International Airport.
More than 200 private jets have landed at Tampa International Airport.
TSA: Travelers who violate mask mandate face fines up to $1,500
The TSA issued an update to its recent mask mandate for travelers passing through security checkpoints, confirming that violators face fines ranging from $250 up to $1,500, for repeat offenders.
The TSA issued an update to its recent mask mandate for travelers passing through security checkpoints, confirming that violators face fines ranging from $250 up to $1,500, for repeat offenders.