COVID-19 Archives - Page 8 of 15 - Sightseers' Delight

Bill would require New Jersey tourism department to produce promotional videos

January 20, 2021 Todd DeFeo

A New Jersey assemblyman wants the state tourism department to step up its promotion of the Garden State, anticipating the end of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Cuomo calls for legalization of mobile sports wagering

January 7, 2021 The Center Square

New York’s governor wants to authorize mobile sports wagering in the Empire State, saying the state could be the “largest sports wagering market” in the country.

Magic Kingdom’s new Tron coaster won’t open for the park’s 50th

January 5, 2021 West Center Street

A new E-Ticket attraction at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom will not open for the park’s 50th anniversary, according to a report.

Walt Disney World once again allows park hopping

January 3, 2021 West Center Street

Guests to Walt Disney World can once again hop between parks, but there are a few caveats.

Characters greet guests at the Animal Kingdom, Dec. 29, 2020

December 29, 2020 Sightseers’ Delight

While the guest experience at Walt Disney World may be diminished amid the COVID-19 pandemic, tbe parks are doing an admirable job of trotting out characters for guests.

Congress includes money for museums in $2.3 trillion bill

December 23, 2020 Sightseers’ Delight

Need a few dollars? Just ask Congress; they might send a few billion.

TSA screening numbers show how much COVID has impacted air travel

December 23, 2020 Sightseers’ Delight

About a third as many people have passed through Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoints during the first three weeks of December as did a year ago.

U.S. considering mandating travelers from Britain prove negative COVID test

December 22, 2020 Voice of America

U.S. officials are considering a requirement for all travelers from Britain to offer proof they have tested negative for COVID-19.

Britain Imposes Tougher Coronavirus Lockdown Measures

December 19, 2020 Voice of America

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson imposed new coronavirus lockdown measures in England Saturday, reversing initial plans to ease restrictions during the holiday season after a new strain of the coronavirus was detected in the country.

U.S. Sen. Rob Portman pushes craft beer industry modernization and tax reform bill

December 2, 2020 The Center Square

U.S. Sen. Rob Portman, R-Ohio, is pushing for a craft beer industry modernization and tax reform bill.