Coronavirus pandemic reshaping air travel as carriers struggle
Airlines are trying to convince a frightened public that measures like mandatory face masks and hospital-grade air filters make sitting in a plane safer than many other indoor settings during the coronavirus pandemic, but it isn’t working.
Airlines are trying to convince a frightened public that measures like mandatory face masks and hospital-grade air filters make sitting in a plane safer than many other indoor settings during the coronavirus pandemic, but it isn’t working.
Harry Potter-themed coaster at Universal Orlando Resort closes after backstage fire
The Orlando Fire Department reportedly was able to quickly take care of the problem with a fire extinguisher though.
The Orlando Fire Department reportedly was able to quickly take care of the problem with a fire extinguisher though.
SeaWorld delays opening of new 'Ice Breaker' coaster until 2021 due to COVID-19 losses, report says
The delay came as the theme park company revealed a net loss of $131 million in the second quarter of the year.
The delay came as the theme park company revealed a net loss of $131 million in the second quarter of the year.
Busch Gardens announces Howl-O-Scream will still happen -- with modifications and social distancing
Get ready to scream: Busch Gardens says Howl-O-Scream is still happening this year.
Get ready to scream: Busch Gardens says Howl-O-Scream is still happening this year.
American Airlines extends its policy on waiving change fees through the end of the year
The policy applies to tickets that are purchased by Sept. 30, 2020.
The policy applies to tickets that are purchased by Sept. 30, 2020.
Hyatt to require masks for guests at hotels in the Americas to help reduce spread of COVID-19
Guests will be required to wear face coverings within indoor public areas of Hyatt hotels, including bars, restaurants, fitness centers and event spaces.
Guests will be required to wear face coverings within indoor public areas of Hyatt hotels, including bars, restaurants, fitness centers and event spaces.
Parents not ready to bring kids back to Disneyland, Disney World and other theme parks: report
78 percent of parents surveyed said they were not interested in visiting a theme park in the summer of 2020.
78 percent of parents surveyed said they were not interested in visiting a theme park in the summer of 2020.
Over 12,000 cruise ship workers stuck at sea months after shutting down: report
Some of the workers haven't touched dry land since March.
Some of the workers haven't touched dry land since March.
Southwest Airlines no longer cleaning armrests, seat belts between flights
The airline said it will be prioritizing high-touch areas like tray tables and lavatories.
The airline said it will be prioritizing high-touch areas like tray tables and lavatories.
Alaska Airlines no longer making face mask exemptions, banning passengers who refuse
Alaska Airlines has intensified its mask mandate as the coronavirus pandemic continues, requiring all passengers over the age of 2 to wear a facial covering — with no exceptions.
Alaska Airlines has intensified its mask mandate as the coronavirus pandemic continues, requiring all passengers over the age of 2 to wear a facial covering — with no exceptions.
Travelers going to Florida from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut no longer need to quarantine
The order signed by DeSantis and made public Thursday also eliminated detailed requirements for when restaurant employees should be kept from reporting to work because of coronavirus concerns.
The order signed by DeSantis and made public Thursday also eliminated detailed requirements for when restaurant employees should be kept from reporting to work because of coronavirus concerns.
Vehicle spotted driving down stairs near front lobby of 'Wilderness Lodge' at Walt Disney World
One Twitter user said that the driver "decided to drive down the stairs at Wildnerness Lodge."
One Twitter user said that the driver "decided to drive down the stairs at Wildnerness Lodge."
SeaWorld Orlando now open on Thursdays, only closed on Tuesdays
As a reminder, all guests will existing tickets, Fun Cards, or annual passes must make a reservation to visit in advance.
As a reminder, all guests will existing tickets, Fun Cards, or annual passes must make a reservation to visit in advance.
Cruise lines suspend operations until at least Oct. 31 amid COVID-19 pandemic
“This is a difficult decision as we recognize the crushing impact that this pandemic has had on our community and every other industry,” said the Cruise Lines International Association in a statement.
“This is a difficult decision as we recognize the crushing impact that this pandemic has had on our community and every other industry,” said the Cruise Lines International Association in a statement.
Planned jet could fly from NYC to London in 90 minutes
Virgin Galactic unveiled the design for an upcoming high-speed aircraft this week that may be able to fly from New York to London in 90 minutes.
Virgin Galactic unveiled the design for an upcoming high-speed aircraft this week that may be able to fly from New York to London in 90 minutes.
A cruise line started sailing again and passengers started getting coronavirus
A Norwegian cruise ship line halted all trips and apologized Monday for procedural errors after a coronavirus outbreak on one ship infected at least 5 passengers and 36 crew.
A Norwegian cruise ship line halted all trips and apologized Monday for procedural errors after a coronavirus outbreak on one ship infected at least 5 passengers and 36 crew.
Splash Mountain ride vehicle became submerged underwater with guests onboard, video shows
Another rider posted photos of the incident as well, showing their feet submerged in water and the ride vehicle wet and submerged underwater.
Another rider posted photos of the incident as well, showing their feet submerged in water and the ride vehicle wet and submerged underwater.
Universal Orlando selling 'Buy a Day' tickets with unlimited visits through Dec. 24 for Florida residents
Universal Orlando is offering a new "Buy a Day" ticket that gives Florida residents unlimited visits through Dec. 24 -- for the price of a single-day ticket.
Universal Orlando is offering a new "Buy a Day" ticket that gives Florida residents unlimited visits through Dec. 24 -- for the price of a single-day ticket.
Delta flight turns around after 2 passengers refuse to wear coronavirus masks
The flight was departing from Detroit to Atlanta.
The flight was departing from Detroit to Atlanta.
Airbnb summer rental safety amid COVID-19 pandemic: What to know before you check in
With summer travel underway during the coronavirus pandemic, health experts have advice on how to stay safe when renting a summer home on travel websites like Airbnb.
With summer travel underway during the coronavirus pandemic, health experts have advice on how to stay safe when renting a summer home on travel websites like Airbnb.