by Danielle Garrett of PlanIt Travel Designs for The Aha! Connection
The U.S. has set a re-opening date of November 8 for international travelers entering our country. This is easiest for fully vaccinated travelers, but unvaccinated travelers can enter as well with strict testing requirements (a negative test taken within one day of departure and an additional test when they return home). Click here for the full article.
Delta is expanding its facial recognition to domestic passengers at the Atlanta airport. Touchless technology is the focus for many airports going forward to reduce long lines and unnecessary contact. Passengers interested in using Delta’s facial recognition must participate in TSA’s Pre-check program ($85 to register for five years and $70 to renew for five years). TIP: Several credit cards will reimburse you for the cost of TSA Pre-check. Two examples are the Visa Capital One Venture card and the Platinum American Express card.
Check out this handy global travel restrictions and rules map!Please remember to travel responsibly, wear your mask and reconsider travel if you are elderly or immune-compromised! And remember to check your destination travel restrictions/requirements before and during planning, as well as double-checking before departure!
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