Frozen in place for months, most of us have never needed a holiday more. But with travel restrictions still all over the map, planning a getaway can boggle the mind. Here, a few strategic suggestions for a safe, scenic escape.
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International summer travel is slowly coming back but expect headwinds.
A Q&A for anyone confused about traveling right now. The latest news on travel restrictions at home and abroad, how to stay healthy and what you need to know about booking vacation rentals
Hotels serving as temporary dormitories for first responders are getting a jump on post-pandemic plans, such as meeting sanitization and social-distancing guidelines.
As coronavirus shuts down travel, flights carrying a handful of passengers might seem absurd, but airlines are often left with no other options.
Jennifer Catron boarded Carnival’s Costa Luminosa on March 5 for a transatlantic cruise. Her video diaries provide a window into life on board the ship as the coronavirus scare became a full-blown pandemic.
Some carriers are doing right by their passengers forced to cancel trips, but these companies are making it harder.
These 13 stats show how much coronavirus has changed airlines, hotels and others in a matter of weeks.
Some airlines, cruise ships and other travel companies have been slow delivering money back for trips canceled by the coronavirus pandemic.
Unfazed by the coronavirus crisis and tempted by plummeting airfares and hotel rates, some travelers are hunting for half-price holidays for summer and fall
Travelers are finding roadblocks to getting their money back from trips canceled by the coronavirus pandemic—even when the law requires it.
Restlessly hunkering down at home? Here, four blankets you can order online to evoke travel—and support far-flung artisans while you’re at it.
Coronavirus has led to the temporary death of travel. A veteran voyager offers a few antidotes.
The coronavirus has many homebound travelers thinking about an inexpensive vacation once social distancing eases.
As the coronavirus forces would-be travelers to stay indoors, travel deals are popping up online. Don’t be easily swayed. WSJ’s Scott McCartney breaks down how to avoid risky travel. Photo: Getty Images
How life has changed for the people still flying: moments of odd quiet, and planes often so empty fliers can still practice social distancing.
What you need to know to assess the pros, cons and potential complications of a trip far from home.
The Pilgrims came to America 400 years ago this summer, but the journey began much earlier. Follow their trail around northern England—and keep an eye out for Yoda.
Passengers want refunds, but airlines and other travel companies are often offering more limited alternatives.
Australia’s most visited city offers temptations beyond its famous beaches and much-photographed harbor. George Epaminondas outlines two itineraries for two budgets. And, yes, one includes Vegemite.