News You Can Use – July 1, 2020

Last Updated on January 31, 2024

European Reopens, But Bars U.S. Travelers

News You Can Use The European Union opens its borders to visitors from 15 countries today, but not to travelers from the United States, Brazil or Russia, putting into effect a complex policy that has sought to balance health concerns with politics, diplomacy and the desperate need for tourism revenue…  The New York Times

American And United Ending Limits On Seating Capacity

News You Can Use – July 1 2020 Both American Airlines and United Airlines will fill flights to full capacity going forward, the carriers confirmed to Travel + Leisure, even as COVID-19 continues to spread in many states across the United States. Delta, Southwest, and more have extended their capacity limits…. Travel + Leisure

The World’s Most Amazing Hotels For Viewing The Northern Lights

News You Can Use – July 1 2020 Those seeking this remarkable phenomenon have a decent pick of destinations, from the remote expanses of Lapland to the upper reaches of Canada. Stunning hotels abound in these frigid and oft-remote locations, but all nonetheless offer a variety of unforgettable experiences. Here, we’ve…. The Telegraph (UK)

Global Entry, Trusted Traveler Reopening Enrollment Centers

News You Can Use – July 1 2020 U.S. Customs and Border Protection will reopen enrollment centers for popular traveler programs like Global Entry beginning July 6, requiring masks and implementing social distancing measures. The programs were initially suspended on March 19 as COVID-19 spread…. Travel + Leisure

United Flight Attendants To Carry Thermometers

News You Can Use – July 1 2020 United Airlines is now requiring all flight attendants to carry a thermometer as part of its uniform tools. But it’s not for you. It’s for them. The personal thermometer is for self-assessment health checks to ensure that the crew doesn’t unknowingly have—and pass along—the coronavirus…  Travel Pulse