Tag: Holiday Travel
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Dr Phil Kieran: Practical Steps to Protect Your Grandchild During Holiday Visits from the US
Smart precautions for family health during holiday visits When a grandchild travels from the United States to spend holidays with family abroad, concerns about illness are common. While it’s impossible to guarantee perfect health, there are practical steps that can significantly reduce the risk of infections for both the visitor and hosts. The key is…
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Uber’s Send a Ride: A Giftable Solution for Holiday Travel
Introducing Send a Ride: A Simple Way to Gift a Fare As seasonal travel ramps up, Uber is rolling out a suite of features designed to simplify how people move and how they share the journey with others. The centerpiece for many users this year is “Send a Ride,” a feature that makes it easy…
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Send a Ride: Uber’s Giftable Fare Boosts Holiday Travel
Uber’s New Giftable Fare Is Changing Holiday Travel As travelers hit the roads, airports, and rails this holiday season, Uber is rolling out a set of features designed to make gifting and shared rides simpler. The standout addition is “Send a Ride,” a way to purchase and deliver a rideshare fare to someone else. The…
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How a Government Shutdown Could Disrupt Thanksgiving Travel
Understanding the risk: Why a shutdown matters for Thanksgiving travel As families plan to gather for Thanksgiving, the possibility of a government shutdown adds an extra layer of uncertainty to travel plans. If agencies run on partial funding or face furloughs, the ripple effects could touch a broad swath of the travel ecosystem, from airport…
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Ground Delays Hit US Airports: Thousands Travel Disrupted
Overview: Airlines confront widespread ground delays Travelers across the United States are grappling with a surge of ground delays that are reverberating through airports from coast to coast. Officials say severe weather, combined with staffing shortages tied to the ongoing government shutdown, has left airlines scrambling to manage schedules and gate congestion. The result is…
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Don’t Let Mosquitoes Hitch a Ride Home After Holiday
Don’t Let Mosquitoes Tag Along After Your Holiday As the National Day holiday winds down, millions of travelers are returning to daily routines. But your suitcase could carry more than souvenirs—mosquitoes, including Aedes species, may be hiding in luggage and gear. These uninvited guests can transmit diseases such as dengue fever and chikungunya, turning a…
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Don’t Let Mosquitoes Hitch a Ride Home After Your Holiday
Intro: A simple, essential travel health reminder As the National Day holiday winds down, many travelers look forward to getting back into a routine. But a quiet threat often rides along in luggage: mosquitoes, including Aedes species capable of spreading dengue fever and chikungunya. A few careful steps before, during, and after your trip can…
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Israeli Innovator Develops Feature for Google Flights
The Challenge of Holiday Travel Planning The holiday season is upon us, and for many, it’s a time of travel and family reunions. As enthusiasts flock to airports, it becomes crucial to find the best flight options. However, navigating through numerous flight search engines can be daunting. Many travelers often find themselves overwhelmed, opening multiple…