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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.

London on high alert for COVID-19

October 17, 2020 Voice of America

The British Health Ministry has declared London on COVID-19 High Alert, the second highest level on the government’s three-tiered alert scale, as coronavirus infections in the capital approach 100 per 100,000 people and have passed that mark in many districts.

The Chunnel is the way to go for traveling between London and Paris

March 30, 2020 Sightseers’ Delight

Taking the train a relaxing way to travel while on vacation, and the high-speed train from London to Paris is no exception.

United Kingdom closes royal palaces

March 19, 2020 Sightseers’ Delight

The Royal Collection Trust is temporarily closing Windsor Castle, the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Royal Mews, The Queen’s Galleries in London and Edinburgh and all Royal Collection Trust shops amid the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak.

One-third of Brits would lie about possible Coronavirus symptoms

March 10, 2020 Sightseers’ Delight

The new UK survey of 2,000 people illustrates the difficulties healthcare professionals face in the fight to stop new cases, officials said.

Globe Theatre brings Shakespeare’s plays to life as writer intended

March 2, 2020 Sightseers’ Delight

Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre is one of the best, if not most Intense, ways to experience a play just as 17th century audiences would have.

Bath is a perfect side trip on a visit to London

February 17, 2020 Todd DeFeo

The one-of-a-kind Roman baths sit in the middle of the city and like they were 2,000 years ago remain a centerpiece of the town and are a must-see for anyone on holiday in England.

American Airlines strengthens partnership with Alaska Airlines to target Delta Air Lines in Seattle, analyst says

February 15, 2020 Sightseers’ Delight

The move comes after Delta Air Lines acquired a 20 percent in LATAM Airlines Airlines.

Finding quirky delights where you least expect to find them

January 13, 2020 Todd DeFeo

To me, the real delight of any trip is finding that off-beat place, perhaps somewhere that doesn’t quite make the guidebooks.