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Cancun Riviera Maya increase Health Protocols

As the Omicron variant of COVID-19 rages on, Cancun and Riviera Maya officials are working hard to keep tourists healthy. RivieraMayaNews.com is reporting, “With zero cases of Omicron in the state of Quintana Roo, the governor is asking people to take precautions and continue with health protocols. His message came …

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Carnival cruise line adds facial recognition at port of New Orleans

A recent press release from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) states that Carnival cruise line is adding facial recognition technology at the port of New Orleans. “U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), in partnership with Carnival Cruise Line, expanded the use of facial biometrics into the debarkation process at the …

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Cost of US passport increasing

As prices rise for gas, food and electricity, the U.S. State Department wants to join in by raising the price of new, and renewal of passports by $20. TravelPulse.com is reporting , “The U.S. Department of State will begin raising the cost of new and renewed passports by $20 beginning December …

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Cancun, Riviera Maya Predicts 1.5 Million Tourists for Holiday Season

Over the last 15 months, I’ve traveled to Cancun several times and enjoyed staying at TRS Coral, TRS Yucatán and Grand Palladium Riviera Maya (White Sand). TravelPulse.com is reporting that Cancun and Riviera Maya is expecting 1.5 million tourists this holiday season. “As many as 1.5 million tourists are expected …

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Resorts in Mexico adapts to US one day COVID testing rule

  As a frequent traveler to Mexico, when the U.S. mandated the one day COVID test requirement, I had doubts, but TravelWeekly.com is reporting all is going well with the new requirement. “As the omicron Covid variant makes its way around the world, travel requirements are starting to tighten up. …

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Mexican state of Quintana Roo safe according to Governor

Recent news reports have been published that random acts of violence have been occurring in Quintana Roo, Mexico, but the Governor says all is well. TravelPulse.com is reporting, “The governor of the Mexican state of Quintana Roo said the popular tourism destination remains safe and secure for visitors despite a …

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Margaritaville To Operate Cruise Brand

If you’re a fan of Jimmy Buffett and love to cruise, you’ll be enjoying a cheeseburger in paradise as Margaritaville is operating a cruise brand! CruiseIndustryNews.com is reporting, “Margaritaville Resorts & Hotels will operate a cruise brand in 2022, and announced a partnership with Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line. The Margaritaville Paradise, …

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Cruise ship returns to New Orleans with COVID cases

It seems that cruise ships have done great regarding COVID-19, and it looks like Norwegian Cruise Line is working hard as news reports are stating that a cruise ship is returning to New Orleans with COVID cases. WWTLV.com is reporting “The cruise ship that left New Orleans with 10 cases …

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New COVID testing requirements for international travel

TravelPulse.com is reporting that the Biden Administration announced new COVID testing requirements for international travel. “President Joe Biden’s administration has announced more strict COVID-19 testing and quarantine requirements for travelers arriving in the United States following the discovery of the new Omicron variant of COVID-19. Instead of the three days …

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