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The AAA predicts more than 47 million of us will be on the road and in the air over the 4th of July holiday weekend, which matches pre-Pandemic levels. In other words, expect crowded roads, airports and trains, and delays wherever you are going. Also expect higher prices for gas, car rentals, hotels and airfare.
Since you might not have traveled in a while, consider this a quick refresher course for how to stretch your travel dollars before, during and after a trip, whether you are going solo or with the entire family.
What you do immediately after an accident can reduce the damages to yourself, your passengers and to the vehicle by lowering medical bills and vehicle repair or replacement costs. These tips from experts will help you be prepared, and stay calm, in case the unexpected happens.
The National Park Service has added more than a dozen new sites across the USA into the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program. The new listings join nearly 700 other sites, programs, and facilities in the network which honor, preserve, and promote the history of resistance to enslavement through escape and flight.
The USA has put 80% of the world on the Level Four: Do Not Travel advisory list for safety reasons, a total of 116 countries not recommended for Americans to visit now.
Historic Windsor Castle and the town around it are a great place to visit, for the Changing of the Guard, walking paths and gardens. The tour of the interior, including State Apartments, takes 2-3 hours. Windsor is about one hour from London by train, an easy day-trip.
Celebrate our glorious national parks and historic sites during National Park Week, April 17-25, 2021, with FREE admission and FREE daily themes and programs celebrating our American heritage and Earth Day on April 22.
Windstar Cruises will require proof of a current COVID-19 vaccination and a negative COVID-19 test for all guests sailing aboard Windstar’s yachts. The cruise line resumes sailing in June, 2021 to the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Tahiti and Europe.
It’s a good sign that airlines are adding new routes for spring, summer and fall 2021. It’s a sign that we are eager to get back to traveling, and that airlines are ready to serve our travel itch.
Hurry and book these great deals on Southwest Airlines, for fares as low as $29 one-way. The bargain fares are for travel through June 2, 2021 but must be booked by 11:59pm CST on March 4th.