PLANES, TRAINS & AUTOMOBILES

 As more travel restrictions are being lifted and more people are ready to travel again, the travel industry is seeing a great comeback! The first step most people have taken after the past year at home has been road travel. Some of the most popular destinations according to AAA have been Las Vegas; Orlando, Florida; Myrtle Beach; Denver and Nashville. If you and your family are still more comfortable with drivable destinations stateside for now, there are still lots of incredible sights to see! Consider a trip out west to Arizona and do a jeep tour of the canyons, or head down to New Orleans for a stroll down Bourbon Street. The possibilities are endless, even right here at home!

In more good news, Several popular destinations abroad have recently announced their reopening, including Italy and Greece,  and they are ready to once again wow visitors with all they have to offer! With the increase in international travel, the airline industry is seeing an incredible recovery. Millions of travelers took to the skies over Memorial Day Weekend, signaling an increasing demand for air travel around the world. There are, however, still some restrictions in place that you need to keep in mind. Masks are still required in airports and onboard the aircraft as of right now. Many international trips will also require Covid testing prior to arrival at your destination, as well as prior to returning home. Be sure to check with your specific airline and destination country for the latest information and requirements, or ask your TAU travel advisor for the details :)

        Another exciting option for post-pandemic adventure is railway travel. Most travelers tend to overlook train transportation when planning their vacations, and they are missing out on some incredible experiences and deals! For example, Amtrak is currently offering their USA Rail Pass where passengers can purchase hop on/hop off train access across 500 destinations for a single, discounted fare. Feeling even more adventurous? Take a scenic railway journey through Scotland or the Swiss Alps for an experience you will never forget! 

Whether you choose to travel by plane, train, or automobile- I hope you enjoy the journey as much as the destination.

-Billie (TAU Travel Blogger)