Travel Inspiration
62 Virtual Tours of Iconic National Parks in the U.S. [2020]
Well, just because you can’t physically get out and go for a hike doesn’t mean that you can’t still explore some natural beauty. There are some excellent (and free) virtual tours of our incredible national parks just a click away!
We have put together an exhaustive list of the most famous and beautiful national parks that offer free virtual tours. So get comfy, pretend to lace up your hiking boots (or really put them on), and start exploring some of the most incredible natural resources on the planet!
Weekend Getaways East Coast: 7 Easy and Fun Destinations | Travel + Leisure
It doesn’t take much to escape the city grind — in just a few hours, freeways, trains, and planes can transport you miles away, and get you back in time for Monday morning. And when you’re craving island beaches, crisp mountain air, or just an escape, all it takes is a little planning ahead — no long holiday weekend needed.
How I Visited Every Country in the World: Jessica Nabongo on Setting Records - Condé Nast Traveler
If you've been following Women Who Travel over the past two years, chances are you're familiar with Jessica Nabongo. The founder of boutique travel company Jet Black, Nabongo became the first black woman to visit every country in the world in 2019, and throughout her two-and-a-half year journey she's stopped by the studio (and called in from some very inconvenient time zones) to update us on her travels—the good, the challenging, and the downright exhausting.
Featured Article
With States Reopening, Which Now Require Travelers to Quarantine? | TravelPulse
U.S. interstate travel restrictions and self-quarantine mandates have continued to evolve over the past several weeks and, in some states, the COVID-19 curve seems to have flattened to the point where communities have begun reopening.
List of Bests
America’s Best Train Journeys, Ranked
Sit back and watch the world go by on one of America’s best train journeys. You’ll cross lofty trestles, swoop through long tunnels, snake alongside rivers, and flank canyons—seeing parts of the country accessible only by rail.
Of Special Interest
As National Parks Reopen, What to Consider Before You Go - Condé Nast Traveler
Experts weigh in on whether responsible visits are possible.
Air Travel
TSA Has New Rules For Passing Through Airport Security - Travel Noire
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is preparing for a different travel season given the current COVID health crisis.
Travel Health
Where to Buy Face Masks for Travel: Everything You Need to Know - Condé Nast Traveler
As travel rules regarding masks grow, you'll need one you actually like.
States are reopening. But many still require travelers to self-quarantine. Here's where - News - Aledo Times Record - Aledo, IL - Aledo, IL
States are slowly beginning to open back up, but that still doesn’t mean travelers are free to come and go as they please in most places amid the coronavirus pandemic.
A Paramedic’s 7 Essentials for a COVID-19 Travel Kit | TravelPulse
An increasing number of states are easing the pandemic restrictions and travel is beginning to re-emerge. Travelers looking to get back on the road are re-examining what precautions and protections they need in the current environment.