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​Specially-trained dogs capable of sniffing out coronavirus infections in passengers have been deployed in Dubai airports. All passengers arriving into the United Arab Emirates must present a negative COVID-19 result, from a medical test undertaken no more than 96 hours before their trip. But passengers from high-risk countries and those who display symptoms are often

Guests can stay at this movie store via Airbnb © Airbnb This unique rental is in Bend, Oregon. If you fancy a night away somewhere unique and live local to Bend, Oregon, you could always try applying to stay at the world’s last Blockbuster movie rental store. It will be listed on Airbnb for three

These cheap private islands across the USA can be rented for less than the cost of a hotel (and make for a way better vacation story). Hotels? Too full of other guests. Vacation rentals? Too close to other people. A private island? Just right. Monmouth, Maine A classic A-frame house, hammock, rope swing, and canoe

These parks are remote, which keeps the number of travelers to a minimum. However, they boast magnificent — and untrammeled — scenic beauty. Amid COVID-19, Americans are flocking to the relative safety of the outdoors. Recreating in national parks delivers fresh air, stunning natural surrounds, physical exercise, and stress relief. However, as the flag went

These monuments around the country celebrate the women of all backgrounds that have championed voting rights. August 18, 2020 marks a century since the ratification of the 19th constitutional amendment granting the right to vote regardless of gender. Since far before and after 1920, women of all backgrounds across the U.S. have been championing civil

Courtesy hjl/Flickr Does your passport look like this, or do you still have some more traveling to do? On August 6, the US State Department announced it was lifting its blanket advisory warning against all foreign travel. The advisory was lifted with coordination from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). What does it mean for

Buy this deal now and book flexibly through 2021. Black Mountain, just 25 minutes outside of Asheville, is a year-round destination where visitors can take advantage of hiking trails in the summer, view the vibrant change of colors during fall foliage season or retreat for a romantic winter getaway. This exclusive offer allows guests to

Photo by Laura Brown Yosemite National Park during the Ferguson Fire in 2018. Photo by Laura Brown. The legislation will help clear the maintenance backlog and restore America’s public lands. Today, President Trump signed into law the bipartisan Great American Outdoors Act, which provides $900 million annually and an additional $9.5 billion over the next

Maroon Bells, Colorado. ©Zhukova Valentyna/Shutterstock Fourteen thousand feet of fun – our favorite mountain hikes across the US. The United States claims at least 93 fourteeners and they are all located in only four states. Colorado is home to the most fourteeners with a total of 56, next comes Alaska at 20, California with 14,

Emirates is the first airline to offer COVID-19 insurance to try to get passengers to travel again. Emirates, an airline based out of Dubai, has announced it will be the first airline to offer full COVID-19 insurance for all passengers, regardless of what class they fly. The insurance will cover medical, quarantine and funeral costs

©Kevin Ruck/Shutterstock ​There are a multitude of places to go in and around Nashville, Tennessee during quarantine. There are a multitude of places to go in and around Nashville, Tennessee during quarantine. Below is a list of available activities to do and places to go to get you out of your quarantine funk. 1. Percy

​Here is a list of 10 trip ideas within 3 hours of Portland that will give you the vacation you need while also sticking to social distancing guidelines. Remember, even as restrictions are lifting, it is best to continue to wear masks and practice social distancing rules. Be respectful and keep the communities you visit

Image by Eric Hanson/Getty Images In the age of social distancing, we are no strangers to the feeling of isolation. For many, working from home and avoiding social activities that give a sense of purpose and excitement to daily life can feel draining. There is nothing that quite puts the world and the struggles we

Buy this deal now and book flexibly through 2021. Get ready to saddle up and hit the trail…literally. We’ve negotiated more than $150 in exclusive savings on 2-night getaways at this Old West-style dude ranch near the Grand Canyon’s western rim. You have the option to skip the summer crowds too, as these savings extend

©Photo Spirit/Shutterstock The US territory is keeping its borders closed due to the accelerating COVID-19 outbreak. It looks like The Bahamas won’t be the only popular Caribbean destination stopping U.S. travelers from visiting this summer. Puerto Rico, which reopened briefly on July 15, will remain closed to domestic and international tourism indefinitely following a recent

We’re here to help you stay Safer at Home and in the Vast, Great Outdoors. Currently, Colorado is at a Stage 2 in opening procedures, what the state is calling “.” Although this summer is looking to be on the more lowkey side, there still are things to do in Colorado especially for those who

10 mini vacations within three hours of Atlanta. Some days, you just need to escape, and you shouldn’t have to sacrifice your health or safety to do so. To help you get out of the house while still social distancing, I’ve compiled a list of 10 mini vacations within three hours of Atlanta. 1. Georgia’s

Here’s how we view our responsibility to promote safe travel during the COVID-19 pandemic. Just like so many of you, 2020 has been quite a wild ride for me. In February, I was handed over the reins to Budget Travel as its Publisher. At the beginning of March, a tornado hit my neighborhood in East

The prolonged closure began in March 2020, and it comes in response to the worsening COVID-19 pandemic in both countries. The land border between the USA and Mexico will remain closed through at least August 20, 2020 to all but essential travel. The prolonged closure began in March 2020, and it comes in response to

©Sean Pavone/Shutterstock Here are 5 socially distanced activities near Jacksonville. Traveling in a post-quarantine, but still COVID world is daunting. It was obvious to me that one of the easiest ways to travel right now is to go camping. Just you in the woods with no one around for miles. This used to be the