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Palace Resorts and Le Blanc located in Mexico and Jamaica reopens it's doors. Five star resorts, all-inclusive boasting luxury accommodations they have launched a Reopen promotion featuring a once in a lifetime two for one room in all it's brand properties. Guests may book two resort rooms for the price of one through June 30, 2020.  The promotion offers the option to use both rooms at one time, or book the second room for a later day through the end of the year.  Extra room may be gifted to a friend or family member.  In addition, kids and teens stay free, up to $1500 resort credit USD to be used towards a designated activities.  Le Blanc offers it's signature collection of amenities and services. 

Travel requirements for American Airlines require that all passengers wear face coverings. Traveler's must bring their own face masks or covering. American Airlines has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and protocols for the safety of their staff and for the passengers. Expect additional care in the Check-In process, American Airline lounges, and on the planes.  In all areas of the cleaning and sanitation process, extra care include cleaning and sanitizing in high traffic areas. Check-In Process  Enhanced cleaning and sanitizing kiosks ticket counters baggage services Commercial grade Plexiglas shields at the ticket counters Ticket Counters  some kiosks will be closed to create more space  Team Members wear face masks temperature checks More Space social distancing check-in and security Hand Sanitizing Stations Lounges Enhanced cleaning and sanitation all clubs  Hand sanitizers Touchless experience scanning foot devices on some restroom doors at some club...

  Universal Orlando has reopened its doors to the public.  Due to the risk of COVID-19, extra measures have been implemented to protect the public's safety.  Exposure is an inherent risk, there are no guarantees that guests will not be exposed to the disease during their visits.  As a result, guests and team members are required to comply as follows: Wear face coverings Wash hands often Stand on floor markings on the ground, move forward as the group in front proceeds Use hand sanitizer Temperature check upon arrival at theme parks Guests of 100.4 or greater will not be admitted. Practice social distancing between travel party and others   Additional contactless methods include: Mobile Food & Drink Orders from select restaurants Virtual Line return time Purchase tickets in the app and scan at the turnstile TapTu Pay at Volcano Bay  Select hotels scheduled for reopening June 2 were as follows :  Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando Loews Royal Pac...

United Airlines has deployed the "Clean Plus Program" in response for a healthier flight experience due to the COVID-19 crisis. The United Clean Plus program is based on three points: Deliver industry cleanliness Prioritize well being Innovate for a healthier tomorrow United Airlines is working with the Cleveland Clinics to enhance cleaning and disinfecting protocols. A breakdown for each point is as follows: Firstly, their approach to deliver industry cleanliness will include disinfecting high touch areas to include, arm rests, door handles, lavatories, seat backs screens, and seat belts. Secondly, they prioritize the well being for the staff and the passengers.  This includes providing hand sanitizers to the employees and other suppliers.  Each passenger will receive a hand sanitizer wipe as they board the aircraft.  The goal is to meet as well as exceed the guidelines according to the Center of Disease and Prevention Control (CDC). United Airlines has stepped up their ...

It is too much of our dismay, that our favorite musicals were suddenly cancelled.  It's been three months of safe and social distancing from COVID-19.  Many of us are getting the travel bug, or entertainment bug.  Humans are social people.   We miss the buzz of daily life going to work, having a cup of coffee with a friend, seeing the theater, or just plain visiting.   Then there is internet streaming.  Which for the most part has helped us keep our sanity, and satiated some of the travel and entertainment bug. The return of Broadway musicals has been postponed until September 6, 2020. For those theater fans, it's a good time to stream online for some old musicals.  It's a great opportunity, to relive favorite artists and actors in their original roles.   PBS is making their library free instead of charging $5 to become a passport member.  See episodes from Rodgers and Hammerstein's the King and I , An American in Pari s, or ...

* Updated March 19, 2020* "The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to  avoid all international travel  at this time due to the global impact of COVID-19. Many areas throughout the world are now experiencing COVID-19 outbreaks and taking action that may limit traveler mobility, including quarantines and border restrictions. Even countries, jurisdictions, or areas where cases have not been reported may restrict travel without notice. You can find additional guidance about the Department's recommendations in response to COVID-19"  Click here to Visit: travel. state.gov The Facts "A novel coronavirus is a new coronavirus that has not been previously identified. The virus causing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), is not the same as the coronaviruses that commonly circulate among humans  and cause mild illness, like the common cold." "Reported illnesses have ranged from mild symptoms to severe illness and death for confirmed coro...