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Coronavirus

The coronavirus outbreak has quickly spread around the world. Airlines have suspended flights, severely disrupting travel to, from and within many of the world’s busiest markets. Cruise lines around the globe have been canceling, redirecting and reducing service. Many hotels are offering full refunds in the coming weeks and months. The outbreak is also forcing the cancellation of events worldwide.

Read our latest news and guides for everything related to the coronavirus and travel, including tips on how you can protect yourself and your travels.

The Latest on Coronavirus

Mexico increases capacity at popular destinations ahead of spring break — here’s everything you need to know before visiting
Guides
3h ago
Why you may have a tough time finding a cabin when cruising in North America resumes
News
Yesterday
Opening America: State-by-state guide to coronavirus reopening
Guides
Yesterday

Essential Reading

UPDATE: Thailand plans to waive quarantine requirements for vaccinated travelers
Boris Johnson outlines the UK’s roadmap out of lockdown
Marriott adds complimentary on-site COVID-19 testing at properties across the Caribbean and Mexico

Practical Tips

IHG Partners With OpenTable and Grubhub to Offer Points for Meals
Watch this recorded webinar on credit card strategy during COVID-19 — and snag a promo code for Grubhub
News
Sep 26, 2020
14 ways to give back during the coronavirus outbreak
News
Mar 25, 2020
There’s always one: What to do when someone asks to sit next to you on an empty plane
News
Sep 5, 2020

Airline Tips

Why you should wait to change or cancel your flight if you want your money back
Guides
Dec 22, 2020
Can I cancel or change my award ticket due to coronavirus travel waivers?
Guides
Mar 27, 2020
What happens to your airline companion fare or hotel free night certificate now?
Guides
Nov 2, 2020

Tips and tricks

Some schools are canceling Spring Break 2021 — here’s what that means for your travel plans
News
Sep 20, 2020
Here’s how to cancel or postpone a cruise due to coronavirus
News
Nov 18, 2020
Great Smoky Mountain National Park Sign
Your Marriott national park hotel stay may have just gotten cheaper
News
Sep 19, 2020

Latest Coronavirus News

The 1 number that will tell us when cruising will resume, according to a top cruise executive
News
Yesterday
Last chance for Amex statement credits in February — here’s how to use (and track) them
News
2d ago
British Airways owner IAG reports record $9 billion loss, calls for digital health passes
News
2d ago

All Coronavirus Stories

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