I just received an important update from the Palladium Hotel Group that gives guests total peace of mind in these challenging times! Free Health Care Insurance! The introduction of medical assistance insurance complements Palladium Hotel Group’s new health and safety protocol, which is being implemented in partnership with SGS …
Read More »World Travel & Tourism Council announces Safe & Seemless travel guidelines
Prevuemeetings.com is reporting “The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has laid out its new guidelines, Safe & Seamless Travel, following medical evidence to ensure safe travel in the new normal. The WTTC guidelines will ensure that the travel sector is given an extensive framework to help governments and private …
Read More »Virtual scientific summit focused on COVID-19 regarding cruises July 23
InsiderTravelReport.com is reporting, “The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) together with Carnival Corporation & plc will host the WTTC/Carnival Corporation Global Science Summit on COVID-19. Set for July 23, this will be a virtual scientific summit focused on COVID-19 and the “new normal” for travel.” As the cruise lines continue …
Read More »Carnival Cruise Update and Cancun Resorts reopening July 1st
Once again I was a guest on WJXT Channel 4 in Jacksonville giving an update on cruises and the reopening of the Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres and TRS Coral resorts near Cancun. Americans are sick and tired of being stuck in their homes due to coronavirus! Unfortunately cruises have been …
Read More »Cancun Airport Health Questionnaire
I just learned that the Cancun airport is requiring everyone complete a health questionnaire when arriving and leaving Cancun. You will want to complete this form when you have a great wi-fi signal! From what I remember when I was there last August, the wi-fi isn’t all that great at …
Read More »Airport transfer company enacts Safe and Clean program
As travel resumes to Cancun and other tourist destinations, it’s important that airport transfer companies provide a healthy journey to hotels and excursions. I recently learned that Amstar, which provides transportation services around the world, developed the “Safe and Clean” program to keep their clients happy and healthy. By taking preventive actions, …
Read More »Cruises out of US ports suspended until September 15th
One of the top questions I get from my clients is, “when will cruises resume?” Today the cruise trade group announced that cruises out of U.S. ports will be suspended until September 15th. TheVerge.com is reporting, “The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced that its members are voluntarily suspending operations out …
Read More »Next stimulus package: It could include a vacation tax credit
The Wall Street Journal is reporting that President Trump is planning to meet with his senior advisers as soon as this week to discuss another stimulus package, according to a senior administration official. “We’ve been through the rescue phase and we’re now in the transitional reopening phase and I think …
Read More »The Cruise Genius gives cruise update on WJXT
It’s always a pleasure to share my perspective on cruise and travel related topics on WJXT, Channel 4 in Jacksonville. During the interview, I share the latest update from Norwegian Cruise Line regarding steps they are taking, in concert with the CDC, to be able to start cruising again. …
Read More »Carnival cruise line delays cruises until August
Carnival Brand Ambassador John Heald shared with his audience on his popular Facebook page that Carnival cruise line is delaying cruises until August. “As many are asking what ships are sailing in August and from where, here is the information Beginning August 1, we plan to resume cruises on the …
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