Travel & Tours Leader, Sharon Lucas: For biographical information click here.
August 2022 Travel News
- NEW 6 Places Where the U.S. Dollar Goes Furthest in 2022
- NEW What to Expect the Next Time You Fly
- NEW An Update on Travel & Tourism in Key Destinations
- NEW 17 Gorgeous Honolulu Beach Resorts
- NEW Why Premium Economy Is Not Worth the Ticket Price
- NEW 15 Packing Hacks for Traveling with Just a Carry-on
- NEW 10 Places to Spend a Long Weekend in the U.S.
- NEW 7 Tips for Surviving Summer Travel Chaos
- NEW 5 Reasons Disney Cruises Aren’t Just for Kids
- NEW Travel Size First Aid Kit – What to Pack & Checklist
- NEW Destinations with Eliminated Covid Travel Restrictions
- NEW Mishandled Baggage is on the Rise – Here’s What Do
- NEW Hidden Travel Fees to Watch Out for this Summer
- NEW 11 Ways to Save Money on a Disney Cruise
- NEW Rick Steves’ Europe Travel & Tour News
July 2022 Travel News
- 8 Ways to Avoid Getting Stuck in the Middle seat
- 10 Surprising Things That Can Be Confiscated at Customs
- Delta Returns to Growth in Seattle
- Americas Best Small Cities on the Rise
- The 10 Best Things to Do in Cancun
- CDC Raises Travel Advisory Due to Monkeypox Outbreak
- The 5 Most Expensive Airports in the U.S.
- The Latest Travel Industry Forecast
- The 7 Most Stunning Hotels in America
- 7 Islands You Can Visit Without a Passport if You Live in the U.S.
- Rick Steves 2023 Tours
- When will international travel return?
June 2022 Travel News
- The 5 Best All-Inclusive Florida Resorts
- 7 Cheap Warm Weather Destinations for 2022
- 9 Things to Avoid on Your First Trip to Europe
- Families Will Flip for These 10 Themed Hotel Suites
- 11 Coolest Painted Airplanes You Can Fly On
- The 20 Best Caribbean All-Inclusive Resorts for Families
- This Airport with the Longest Lines in the U.S.
- The Best Father’s Day Gifts for Travelers
- Global Entry Member Had to Show Her Actual Card to Get in the Line. Do You Need Yours?
- How Risky Is Traveling without a Mask Mandate?
- The World’s Most Family-Friendly Airports and Airlines
- What’s New for Tourists in the Hawaiian Islands
May 2022 Travel News
- The 8 Best Destinations for Memorial Day Weekend
- 6 Things You Never Knew About Your Flight
- The 16 Best Hotels in Las Vegas
- Are Groupon Deals Bargains?
- Alaska Air Plans Return to Full Schedule at Paine Field
- Delta Will Pay Flight Attendants for Working Boarding Flights
- The Top 10 US Airports with Delays
- 8 Sustainable Travel Tips From Expert Green Travelers
- Links to Airport Lounge Tips
April 2022 Travel News
- 7 Cruise Ship Packing Mistakes You Want to Avoid
- 10 Best U.S. Islands Outside Hawaii
- Flying with a Dog-Here’s What You Need to Know
- Hyatt Members – A Simple Tip to Avoid Resort Fees
- Southwest Details Benefits of Upcoming New Fare Category
- Traveling to Hawaii Just Got a Whole Lot Easier. TPG Was the First to Try It Out
- What to Wear on a Cruise: Cruise Attire and Cruise Line Dress Codes
- Webinar Aprill 12: 5 Ways Technology Can Help Improve the Travel Experience Click here for info/registration
- Tours News – Rick Steves’ Europe Tours are Back
- Air Transport World Names Alaska Airlines “2022 Airline of the Year”
March 2022 Travel News
- The World’s Safest Countries, Cities for 2022 Travel
- New Routes to Hawaii from U.S. Cities
- 6 Best All-inclusive Resorts in CA
- The Top International Destinations for Unvaccinated Travelers
- Alaska Air Unveils Subscription-based Flight Passes
- Most Searched Spring Break Destinations
- Travel is Getting Easier – Countries with Eased Covid Protocols
- Travel Scams You Should Watch for
- Beyond the Bahamas and Mexico
- Traveler’s Mistakes When Booking Through a 3rd Party Website
February 2022 Travel News
- FAA’s Zero Tolerance Policy is Working
- 7 Tourist Destinations Have Covid Booster Requirements
- The Most Ornate Buildings in the World
- Perfect Storm: Omicron + Weather = Cancellations
- How to Cancel Reservations & Activities after Testing Positive for COVID
- Alaska’s New MVP Gold 100K Status Tier Begins
- Hawaii’s Booster Requirement
- Caribbean Countries with High COVID Risk
- 15 Most Colorful Places in the U.S.
January 2022 Travel News
- American Air & Jet Blue announce 6 new routes
- TSA announces new consequences for disruptors
- Southwest Airlines adds new routes
- Another Covid-19 home test is available
- Best of Prague & Budapest from Rick Steves’ Europe
- Live Monday Night Travel party w/ Rick Steves’ using ZOOM
December 2021 Travel News
- Travel doors slam shut as new Covid variant triggers alarm
- Visitors to UK must take PCR test after arrival
- 10 destinations you can afford to visit
- Top European destinations in CDC’s high risk category
- 11 best airlines for nervous flyers
- Make a winter trip to Florida for less than $200 RT
- Delta/United not revising South African flights
- 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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- Nat’l Parks Adventure – REI National Park Trips
- Rail Vacations – Vacations by Rail