Looks like most cruise lines — Crystal+Carnival and others – are canceling cruise departures as COVID continues to take a toll on reservations and “onboard” health concerns. Most now looking to “re-start” operations in April and May, but that may be ambitious planning … a 2023 might cruise holiday is a better planning option with substantial discounts and onboard credits!!!
Yup, a recent BA flight from London to Orlando carried only one passenger — a student returning to class in Orlando. The traveler said it was a “weird experience” but did enjoy unlimited snacks and food service. International travel is down over 70% from Great Britain these days!
Yup, the newest non-travel stay-at-home pastime — if you have the money — buying and selling classic and fancy cars, like a 2003 Ferrari Enzo that recently sold for $3.7 MILLION or the 67 Lamborghini Miura that went for $1.7 MILLION. “Virtual” online sales platforms are now replacing private in-person auction events. Think of All the money you save by not traveling to these events!
First to go at Walt Disney World — complimentary guest shuttle service from the Orlando Airport to Disney World hotel properties. The free service has been hauling guests staying at any Disney World’s on-site hotel properties FREE since 2005. Look for more “free-bees” at both California and Orlando Parks to disappear in the coming months — and maybe an early spring admission price increase????
Travel experts say it’s All Nippon Airways with QATAR number 2! JetBlue was the only US carrier to make top 10!
Despite worldwide pandemic travel slowdowns, Airbnb continues to grow, adding 300,000 plus new rental properties last year – bringing their worldwide rental inventory to over 6 MILLION properties. Still not a TC favorite but a big favorite with travelers looking away from hotels and for home comfort independence!!!
Maybe — some airlines are offering passengers the opportunity to book the seat next to them for up to half the price to keep anyone from sitting next to them — price varies by airline and class of service. You have to ask and talk with a reservation agent!
If you need a new passport OR renewal NOW is the time! Fulfillment waits have gone from 2 months down to less than 11 weeks. Use “imposed” travel downtime to plan for the rebound. Valid passports work well for TSA airport security checks!!!
