Travel & Tours Leader, Sharon Lucas: For biographical information click here.
December 2021 Travel News
- NEW Travel doors slam shut as new Covid variant triggers alarm
- NEW Visitors to UK must take PCR test after arrival
- NEW 10 destinations you can afford to visit
- NEW Top European destinations in CDC’s high risk category
- NEW 11 best airlines for nervous flyers
- NEW Make a winter trip to Florida for less than $200 RT
- NEW Delta/United not revising South African flights
- NEW 5 U.S. cities most popular with international travelers
November 2021 Travel News
- The best (and worst) days to fly for Thanksgiving
- Best and worst days for Christmas travel
- Delta grows New York hubs with added flights
- Twelve of the best places to go for Christmas
- Unvaccinated American travelers to face tighter COVID testing requirements
- Delta cuts long-haul routes
- CDC changes travel warning levels for 19 destinations
October 2021 Travel News
- US approves COVID-19 booster shots for older Americans
- US extends Canada & Mexico land border closure until Oct
- Tour news: Rick Steves’ Europe
- The five best ski resorts in Washington
- The most extravagant ski resorts in the US
- You’ll soon be able to add digital vaccine cards to Apple’s Mobile Wallet
September 2021 Travel News
- Safest USA States for Travel
- Canada Will Require Vaccine to Fly
- United Airlines 3,000 COVID Testing Locations
- Countries Added to Highest COVID Risk Category
- Travel Advisories Grow Due to Delta Variant
- Australia Promotes Vaccinations
August 2021 Travel News
- What You Need to Know: Road Trips to Canada
- Holland America Plans West Coast Stops Including Seattle
- United Airlines Will Exit Paine Field This Fall
- What You Need to Know: Airline Change Fees and the Delta Variant
- What to Do When an Airline Changes Your Flight
- Check Your Passport If You’re Traveling in 2021/2022!!
- What Are My Rights if My Flight is Canceled
July 2021 Travel News
- 5 Scary Travel Scams to Watch Out For
- LGBTQ Family Travel Tips to Keep You Safe and Sane
- The Best Hawaiian Islands Ranked in 2021
- The Germiest Places at the Airport
- Rick Steves’ Europe – June Tour News
- Kensington Tours – Tailor Made Private Tours (Award Winning)
- New Glamping Destinations
June 2021 Travel News
- How Do I Get a PCR Test in Time for My Flight?
- SEATAC Airport Covid Test Information
- Memorial Day 2021 – Busiest Airports
- Getting on a Washington Ferry After the Pandemic
- When Will Cruises Resume?
- United Gives Vaccinated Customers a Shot
May 2021 Travel News
- United Airlines adds 3 routes to Iceland and Europe
- Groups Tours vs. Independent Travel
- Features to Help Travelers Plan Trips During Pandemic
- Best Vacation Rental Sites 2021
- Theme parks open/not open – What to expect
- Best flight search sites
April 2021 Travel News
- Paine Field Airline Destinations
- Educational Tours with Roads Scholars (some virtual)
- Alaska Airline Adds Four New Routes
- Go Ahead Tours – Book today, travel later
- Travel Related Board Games
March 2021 Travel News
- Can you skip quarantine if you’ve been vaccinated?
- Where can Americans travel right now?
- What is a Vaccine Passport?
- What countries are open to vaccinated travelers?
February 2021 Travel News
- SMARTERTRAVEL Tips
- New air travel routes
- The Best of France Tour with Rick Steves 2021
- 10 Trips for Multigenerational Groups
January 2021 Travel News
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- Europe mid-price travel: Rick Steve’s Travel
- June Tour News – Rick Steves’ Europe
- River cruises and more – American Cruise Lines River Cruises
- Nat’l Parks Adventure – REI National Park Trips
- Rail Vacations – Vacations by Rail