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Universal Studios to open Orlando theme parks in JuneMay 26, 2020 • 2 min read
Universal Orlando plans to reopen on 5 June at reduced capacity and new health and safety procedures in place.
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architectureTake a look at the Italian piazza set up for social distancingMay 26, 2020 • 1 min read
Italian practice Caret Studio has installed the StoDistante installation that is located on Piazza Giotto in Vicchio.
campingThis tiny electric camper transforms into a tricycle and a boatMay 26, 2020 • 2 min read
Unveiled by Latvian design start-up Zeltini, the Z-Triton is a tiny electric camper that also transforms into a boat and a tricycle.
air travelCheck the seat pocket in front of you: can in-flight magazines survive COVID-19?May 25, 2020 • 4 min read
In-flight magazines are one of the many aspects of flying that are impacted by COVID-19.
Craving Caribbean sunshine? Saint Lucia planning phased reopening on 4 JuneMay 25, 2020 • 2 min read
Saint Lucia is joining the list of worldwide destinations in announcing plans for reopening through implementing protective measures against COVID-19.
wildlife and natureTour operators on New Zealand's Stewart Island offer pay-what-you-like adventuresMay 25, 2020 • 2 min read
Two tour companies on New Zealand’s Stewart Island (Rakiura) are letting customers pay what they want for adventure activities later this year.
hotelsMatt Damon’s luxury Irish Airbnb is up for rent again soonMay 25, 2020 • 2 min read
The star and his family spent the travel-restricted period caused by COVID-19 in a pretty village in Dublin.
historyVenice gondola service returns as lockdown restrictions ease in ItalyMay 25, 2020 • 2 min read
After over two months of lockdown, Italy is beginning to show signs of life returning to normal.
When can I travel again? How different countries are preparing for the return of tourismMay 25, 2020 • 7 min read
Countries around the world are grappling with how to safely resume tourism without sparking a risk The European Union pushed on Wednesday for a safe…
air travelTravel corridors proposed as Asia and the Baltics get moving – and Malta could be nextMay 25, 2020 • 2 min read
In a bid to get international air travel moving again in the wake of the pandemic, a number of tightly controlled 'travel corridors' have been proposed.
air travelQatar Airways launches unlimited flight change policyMay 22, 2020 • 1 min read
As holidaymakers reshuffle their 2020 vacation plans in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, Qatar Airways has promised a flexible new flight change…
filmNew York to host summer series of drive-in festivals near Yankee StadiumMay 22, 2020 • 2 min read
This summer New Yorkers have the chance to enjoy a different type of festival experience as the Yankee Stadium swaps out ballgames for music, movies and…
'The whole city has turned into exercise fanatics' - Barcelona begins lifting lockdownMay 22, 2020 • 5 min read
After two months under one of Europe’s strictest lockdowns, Spanish people are slowly returning to a new normal. Phase zero at the start of month…
wildlife and naturePod of 60 dolphins spotted in a Waikato riverMay 22, 2020 • 2 min read
60 dolphins have been spotted swimming along the Piako River in New Zealand.
historySinkhole opens in front of the Pantheon exposing ancient Roman pavementsMay 22, 2020 • 2 min read
A sinkhole has opened up at Piazza della Rotonda in front of the iconic Pantheon in Rome that has exposed an ancient pavement.
hotelsHawaii is enforcing 14-day self-quarantines with single-use hotel keysMay 22, 2020 • 2 min read
Every person arriving to Hawaii must sign an order to confirm they are aware of the self-quarantine requirement.
New Zealand mulls a four-day work week to boost domestic tourismMay 22, 2020 • 2 min read
Prime minister Jacinda Ardern wonders if greater workplace flexibility could help the country's tourism industry.
historyAn award-winning photographer is telling the story of the Democratic Republic of Congo with help from localsMay 22, 2020 • 2 min read
Congo in Conversation is a collaborative photojournalism project that documents the country's experiences with help from local people.
air travelQatar Airways staff will wear disposable full body suits during flightsMay 21, 2020 • 2 min read
Qatar Airways has unveiled new safety procedures for flights, including hand sanitiser stations, cleaning regimes and full body suits for staff.
Greece uses drones to monitor social distancing at beachesMay 21, 2020 • 2 min read
Beachgoers in Greece were monitored by drones recently that broadcast a message promoting social distancing.
These antimicrobial phone cases help keep your device cleanMay 21, 2020 • 2 min read
One company has created a line of antimicrobial cases that help fight germs commonly picked up on different surfaces.
hotelsThese are the 10 most wish-listed Airbnbs for future travelMay 21, 2020 • 4 min read
Airbnb internal data is revealing early signs of future trip planning through search and wish lists created by guests.