Busier summer seen at Jersey Shore in Year 2 of COVID-19
The second summer of COVID-19 at the Jersey Shore is shaping up to be busier than last year. Many rentals are already booked, beaches are crowded and badges are selling fast.
The second summer of COVID-19 at the Jersey Shore is shaping up to be busier than last year. Many rentals are already booked, beaches are crowded and badges are selling fast.
East Side Access project set to open in 2022
By the end of next year, Penn Station won't be the only way for LIRR commuters to get in and out of the city.
By the end of next year, Penn Station won't be the only way for LIRR commuters to get in and out of the city.
Airbnb customers say they're fed up with excessive fees
Airbnb may no longer be the cheaper alternative to a hotel stay. Vacation rentals now come with extra fees that really add up, and they may be here to stay.
Airbnb may no longer be the cheaper alternative to a hotel stay. Vacation rentals now come with extra fees that really add up, and they may be here to stay.
CDC approves test sail for Royal Caribbean cruise line, the first as COVID-19 cases drop
The CDC has given Royal Caribbean approval to conduct a test sail next month, a sign that the cruise industry is poised to bounce back this year after suffering major losses from the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020.
The CDC has given Royal Caribbean approval to conduct a test sail next month, a sign that the cruise industry is poised to bounce back this year after suffering major losses from the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020.
AAA predicts more than 37 million Americans to travel Memorial Day, experts lay out worst times
AAA predicts more than 37 million people will hit the roads and take to the skies this holiday weekend as travel experts caution drivers about to worst times to travel.
AAA predicts more than 37 million people will hit the roads and take to the skies this holiday weekend as travel experts caution drivers about to worst times to travel.
Americans can reenter US with expired passports through 2021, State Department says
The State Department is relaxing its rule and will allow Americans to reenter the U.S. with an expired passport through the end of 2021.
The State Department is relaxing its rule and will allow Americans to reenter the U.S. with an expired passport through the end of 2021.
Norwegian Cruise Line plans summer cruises from U.S.
Norwegian Cruise Line announced on Monday it plans to restart cruises from the United States.
Norwegian Cruise Line announced on Monday it plans to restart cruises from the United States.
Iconic Plaza Hotel reopens as NYC welcomes back tourists
Manhattan's iconic Plaza Hotel has reopened after being closed for over a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Manhattan's iconic Plaza Hotel has reopened after being closed for over a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
EU ambassadors agree on relaxed COVID-19 travel measures for fully vaccinated visitors
European Union ambassadors agreed Wednesday on measures to allow fully vaccinated visitors in, a big step toward relaxing tourism from outside the bloc. EU countries have yet to approve the measures.
European Union ambassadors agreed Wednesday on measures to allow fully vaccinated visitors in, a big step toward relaxing tourism from outside the bloc. EU countries have yet to approve the measures.
Airlines could soon start weighing passengers before getting on planes
Airline passengers may be required to step on the scale at the airport or share how much they weigh before boarding a flight, a new report suggests.
Airline passengers may be required to step on the scale at the airport or share how much they weigh before boarding a flight, a new report suggests.
Delta to require COVID-19 vaccine for all new hires
The requirements begin on May 17.
The requirements begin on May 17.
3 largest US airlines suspending flights to Israel amid rising violence
The largest U.S. airlines are canceling flights to Tel Aviv as violence flares between Israel and Palestinians.
The largest U.S. airlines are canceling flights to Tel Aviv as violence flares between Israel and Palestinians.
Cost to rent a car has skyrocketed
A global microchip shortage has affected car production, leaving car rental parking lots pretty empty. Rising demand means supply is low.
A global microchip shortage has affected car production, leaving car rental parking lots pretty empty. Rising demand means supply is low.
More than 1,000 gas stations run out of fuel
More than 1,000 gas stations in the Southeast reported running out of fuel, primarily because of what analysts say is unwarranted panic-buying among drivers.
More than 1,000 gas stations in the Southeast reported running out of fuel, primarily because of what analysts say is unwarranted panic-buying among drivers.
New York City sees rise in tourism, bit by bit
In recent weeks, tourism indicators for New York City like hotel occupancy and museum attendance that had fallen off a pandemic cliff have ticked up slightly. It's a welcome sight for a city where the industry has been decimated by the impact of the coronavirus.
In recent weeks, tourism indicators for New York City like hotel occupancy and museum attendance that had fallen off a pandemic cliff have ticked up slightly. It's a welcome sight for a city where the industry has been decimated by the impact of the coronavirus.
COVID-19 traveler refunds: Senators urge airlines to refund $10B in canceled flights
Senators Edward Markey and Richard Blumenthal believe airlines are sitting on $10 billion in pandemic-related credits and are asking the companies to offer cash refunds to travelers.
Senators Edward Markey and Richard Blumenthal believe airlines are sitting on $10 billion in pandemic-related credits and are asking the companies to offer cash refunds to travelers.
Maldives officials discussing plans to offer COVID-19 vaccines to tourists
The Maldives is hoping to save lives while saving its economy with its 3V initiative — which stands for visit, vaccinate, vacation.
The Maldives is hoping to save lives while saving its economy with its 3V initiative — which stands for visit, vaccinate, vacation.
60 years since 1st American in space, tourists lining up
Sixty years after Alan Shepard became the first American in space, everyday people are on the verge of following in his cosmic footsteps.
Sixty years after Alan Shepard became the first American in space, everyday people are on the verge of following in his cosmic footsteps.
EU proposal could allow vaccinated Americans to travel to Europe by end of June
In announcement sure to be welcomed by travelers worldwide, the EU’s executive branch has proposed easing restrictions on visiting the 27-nation bloc as vaccination campaigns keep gathering speed.
In announcement sure to be welcomed by travelers worldwide, the EU’s executive branch has proposed easing restrictions on visiting the 27-nation bloc as vaccination campaigns keep gathering speed.
Experts: Book early if you want to travel this summer
After more than a year of pandemic closures and cancelations, Americans are eager to get out of the house and on the road or in the sky. So make your domestic travel plans now.
After more than a year of pandemic closures and cancelations, Americans are eager to get out of the house and on the road or in the sky. So make your domestic travel plans now.