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The list of countries deemed “very high” risk for COVID-19 by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) continues to grow, as 11 more destinations were just moved to the highest risk category. The CDC currently categorizes countries by four levels based on their COVID-19 infection rates. ...

Wisconsin may be famous for beer, but that’s certainly not the only libation you can enjoy in America’s Dairyland. Where else could you want to explore vineyards than the state dedicated to churning out award-winning cheese? It’s a match made in a very delicious heaven. Our Wisconsin Wine Travel Guide shares a brief history of the state’s wine country, terroir, where to sip, where to stay and things to do beyond the vines [caption id="attachment_4637" align="alignleft" width="300"] Photo Provided by Door Peninsula Winery - Source Carpe Travel[/caption] Wisconsin is part of the largest American Viticultural Area (AVA), the Upper Mississippi Valley AVA, which includes southwest Wisconsin, southeast Minnesota, northeast Iowa, and northwest Illinois. The state also has two smaller designated AVAs, the Wisconsin Ledge AVA and the Lake Wisconsin AVA. The latter sits within the Upper Mississippi Vally AVA. Winemaking has flourished in Wisconsin thanks to Osceola’s Elmer Swenson, who worked with the University...

As part of the Wisconsin Wine Country Travel Guide, we have uncorked a few of the best places to stay while pouring into the Wisconsin wine country. Wisconsin is more than beer and football. With to three American Viticulture Areas (AVAs) and more than 120 Wisconsin wineries, there is a lot to sip in. As part of the Wisconsin Wine Country Travel Guide, we have uncorked a few of the best places to stay while pouring into the Wisconsin wine country. [caption id="attachment_4631" align="aligncenter" width="638"] Photo Provided by Botham Vineyards & Winery - Sources Carpe Travel[/caption] Where to Stay Among the Vines  It’s one thing to visit wine country, it’s another to immerse yourself in it. Staying on a working vineyard at a winery hotel is the perfect way to do just that…especially in Wisconsin wine country. Brambleberry Winery For the ultimate vineyard experience, you have to stay at Brambleberry Winery. It’s a vineyard, bed and breakfast, farm...

U.S. Travel Association president and CEO Roger Dow issued the following statement on the release of the U.K.’s “traffic light system” for international travel: “The U.K.’s decision to put the United States on their amber status for reopening just isn’t backed by the science. Putting the U.S. on amber status ignores the scientific data regarding increasing vaccination rates, lower infection rates and that the U.S. has the right strategies in place to mitigate risk. “The U.S. needs to demonstrate leadership and come to the table with the U.K. and increase dialogue to allow for a reopening of travel with one of our most important international partners. The U.S. economy will lose $262 billion and 1.1 million jobs if its borders remain shut, and putting a roadmap and timelines forward to quickly create a U.S.-U.K. travel corridor would be low-risk for both countries and high-reward economically.” Click Here>>> READ MORE ON TRAVEL AGENT CENTRAL Source : https://www.travelagentcentral.com/...

AAA Travel expects a significant rebound in the number of Americans planning to travel this Memorial Day holiday weekend. From May 27 through May 31, more than 37 million people are expected to travel 50 miles or more from home, an increase of 60 percent from last year when only 23 million traveled, the lowest on record since AAA began recording in 2000. The expected strong increase in demand from last year’s holiday, which fell during the early phase of the pandemic, still represents 13 percent—or nearly six million—fewer travelers than in 2019. AAA urges those who choose to travel this year to exercise caution and take measures to protect themselves and others as the pandemic continues. Click here>>>READ MORE ON TRAVEL AGENT CENTRAL Source: https://www.travelagentcentral.com/...

Amid the developing coronavirus situation and the recent government announcement, we wanted to write to you directly to let you know about the changes we are making to the Heathrow VIP service. Firstly, our thoughts go out to all of you who have been affected by this global pandemic. Your health and the health of our colleagues and business partners is our absolute priority. Following the announcement of another lockdown in the UK, and to comply with government guidance, commencing 6 January 2021, we will cease operating the Heathrow VIP service. We will let you know as soon as we are able to reopen the service, and our team will be in touch shortly to discuss any bookings due to take place after 5 January 2021 If you do have any further questions, please contact our Customer Support Team at enquiriesvip@heathrow.com. Finally, we would like to thank you for your support and understanding at this time and we...

Caring for you is our priority — that's why we’re introducing new steps to give you even more peace of mind when you fly.Travel Health Advisory PanelWorking with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, we’re creating a Travel Health Advisory Panel to advise us on health and cleaning matters. This group of experts will provide long-term guidance on: Disease prevention and public health mattersCleaning procedures on the ground and on boardInnovation opportunities for the future Biorisk AccreditationIn a first for any airline, we’re seeking GBAC STARTM Accreditation from the Global Biorisk Advisory Council for all of our aircraft and lounges.This accreditation demonstrates we have the proper cleaning and disinfection practices, procedures and systems in place to respond to biological threats like COVID-19.Symptom Checklist for TravelersBeginning June 30, we’ll ask all travelers during the check-in process to certify they have been free of COVID-19 symptoms for the past 14 days. This is in addition to requiring all travelers on board to...

VIP FLYER CLUB TO OPEN JULY 22!Turks & Caicos Announces Borders and Airports Opening to International Travel To our valued guests,Hope you are safe and sound.With the Turks and Caicos government announcing the opening of international borders as of July 22nd, VIP Flyers Club is ready to welcome you back to Provo safely and in style!Enjoy VIP service and safety with fast track service on arrival through immigration/customs and on departure through security into our private lounge.  VIP guests can also enjoy private airport transfers and avoid the crowds in Providenciales International Airport (PLS) in our spacious and air-conditioned VIP Lounge.The 40-seat facility is adjacent to the departure gates and offers guests a generous selection of complimentary alcoholic beverages, snacks, high-speed internet, printers, international phone calls, satellite television, private bathroom, and more.The VIP Flyers Club is operated by the award-winning Olympia Destination Management Company. LEARN MORE ...

MID-DAY UPDATE AIR                 AMERICAN AIRLINES – Safety & Wellbeing Microsite – You are why we fly                 QATAR AIRWAYS – Network Update Qatar Airways Announces Phased Rebuilding of Network to an Initial 52* Destinations by End of May and 80* in June ‎ Doha, Qatar – Qatar Airways is pleased to announce the airline will begin a phased approach to expanding its network in line with passenger demand evolution and the expected relaxation of entry restrictions around the world. Having maintained flights to at least 30 destinations where possible during this crisis and to most continents, helping to take over 1 million people home, the airline has been in a unique position to closely monitor global passenger flows and booking trends to confidently begin planning the gradual reintroduction of additional flights and destinations to its network. “As we follow the indicators of the global travel market on a daily basis, we continue to focus on our mission - how we can enable mobility...