State Of Guanajuato, Mexico, Offers COVID-19 Testing At Airport, Hotels To Address New U.S. Government Requirements
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SILAO, Guanajuato, Jan. 25, 2021 — The Mexican state of Guanajuato is strengthening sanitary and preventive measures in light of the new U. S. executive order to increase sanitary safety, due to COVID-19, in domestic and international travel signed on Jan. 21 by the U.S. President Joseph Biden. Considering that the U.S. is the main […]
State Of Yucatán To Offer Rapid COVID-19 Testing For Travelers Flying To U.S. From Mérida’s International Airport
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• Initiative aims to facilitate transit of U.S.-bound passengers who wish to visit state or are already there.• As part of health bubble offered by Yucatán, domestic and international airlines have been certified for biosanitary protocols to form part of the Yucatán Good Health Practices Program endorsed by the WTTC.• Several hotels in state will […]
Seeking Unity Globally and Locally
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It’s not news, of course, that our long and divisive election cycle happened to take place amid a devastating pandemic, compounding our difficulties and intensifying our tragedies. Many of those you talk to, no matter their political allegiance, seek a spirit of peace and unity; they seek a path we can travel together, into our shared […]
The 2021 Arkansas Travel Guide is now available
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The 2021 Arkansas Travel Guide is now available at Welcome Centers and tourism locations across the state. You can order a print edition or view the guide online at arkansas.com/publications. “For those of us who call The Natural State home, the virtues of the state are clear – stunning scenic views, compelling sites and award-winning culinary […]
Celebrate ‘National Plan for Vacation Day’ January 26
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National Plan for Vacation Day is January 26, and now is the time to start planning for travel when the time is right.
2021 January Featured Journalist of the Month: Steve Tambosso
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In 1981-82 I studied film and fine art photography at Ryerson University in Toronto but left in my second year to pursue a lucrative business opportunity as the official publicity photographer for the Standardbred division of the Ontario Jockey Club. I was responsible for providing the numerous trade magazines and Toronto city newspapers with action […]
2021 January Featured Journalist of the Month: Janice Mucalov
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Previously a lawyer, I’m an award-winning freelance travel writer who writes about luxury travel, cruises, culture and soft adventure. Over the past 25 years, I’ve had hundreds of travel articles published in outlets like NUVO, Globe and Mail, enRoute, Islands, South China Morning Post, AAA Carolinas GO and Interval World. I also publish an award-winning […]
2020 December Featured Journalist of the Month: Jenn Smith Nelson
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Jenn Smith Nelson is a multi-award-winning freelance travel writer, photographer, and new author. She’s been published in four countries and in four languages, contributing hundreds of articles to 25+ outlets including enRoute, Globe and Mail, Canadian Geographic, Toronto Star Explore Magazine, Best Health Magazine, Nuvo, VIA Rail, Just for Canadian Doctors/Dentists, A Birder’s Guide to […]
2020 December Featured Journalist of the Month: Alexander Kallimanis
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Currently based in the Washington, DC area, Alexander is co-founder, writer & editor of the travel website, wanderlustmarriage.com which focuses primarily on destinations in North America and Europe. He has resided abroad for 7 years between Australia, The Netherlands, and Ireland. Alexander has previously contributed to major outlets like the Irish Independent, Ireland’s largest newspaper, […]
2020 December Featured Destination of the Month: Visit Kitsap Peninsula
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The Kitsap Peninsula is located a 30-minute ferry ride away from downtown Seattle. In 2009, we branded the region as the “Natural Side of Puget Sound” (TM) and promoted the region’s natural assets to attract visitors from across the water, the region, and around the world. The Kitsap Peninsula is home to the Kitsap Peninsula […]