Malaysia reopen its borders to vaccinated international visitors by at least the beginning of next year, making it the latest Southeast Asian country to plan to welcome tourists again. The reopening will come by Jan. 1 at the latest, a…
Israel Welcomes Fully Vaccinated Individual Travelers for First Time in More Than 18 Months
Israel started welcoming individual tourists on Monday, allowing vaccinated visitors to enter the country for the first time in more than 18 months. Tourists from several nations around the world, including the United States, were welcome starting Nov. 1, a…
This Business Class-only Airline Just Launched Luxe New Routes From NYC to Europe
Fancy a business-class flight for your next vacation? La Compagnie has you covered. The airline, a World’s Best Awards winner since 2019, flies business class-only aircraft — and while they returned to the friendly skies in June, La Compagnie has…
U.S. Ski Resorts Are Hiring Thousands of New Employees — and Paying More Than Ever
The U.S. ski industry lost an estimated $2 billion last winter, according to the National Ski Areas Association. Visits to the mountains dropped some 14 percent, and the average open days on the mountains dropped from 121 to just 99.…
This Paris Hotel With a Special Connection to Picasso Is Taking Guests on a Tour of All His Favorite Spots
It’s not every day that you can — quite literally — walk in the footsteps of one of the world’s most famous artists, but now the historic Le Meurice hotel in Paris is offering just that. The hotel, which hosted…
CDC Adds More Caribbean Islands to Its List of High-risk Destinations Due to COVID-19
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention added Antigua and Barbuda and Bermuda to its highest travel advisory on Monday, in its latest assessment of the coronavirus risk around the globe. The classification, a “Level 4” advises Americans to “avoid…
Firefighters Just Wrapped the World’s Largest Tree in Foil to Protect It From Wildfires
As a major fire continues to blaze thousands of acres in California, the National Park Service is stepping up its efforts to protect natural gems including the world’s largest trees. As The Los Angeles Times reports, two separate fires known…
One of LA’s Most Iconic Hotels Has Been Completely Reimagined Thanks to a $2.5 Billion Renovation
The Fairmont Century Plaza, one of Los Angeles‘ most iconic hotels, is ready to unveil its $2.5 billion renovations. “Fairmont Century Plaza will once again be the Los Angeles hotel, just as it was when it opened to worldwide acclaim…
Native American Tribe Calls $2M Sale of Ancient Cave ‘Heartbreaking’
A Missouri cave with Native American artwork that dates back more than 1,000 years was sold at auction for $2.2 million this week. According to the auction listing, the cave was an “ancient hallowed site for sacred rituals, astronomical studies,…
Los Angeles to Require Proof of Vaccination to Visit Wineries, Breweries, Clubs, and Bars
Starting next month, Los Angeles is joining cities across the country in requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccination for entry into social venues like bars, wineries, breweries, and nightclubs. Going into effect on Oct. 7, guests, as well as employees of…