Mar
30
2021
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips.
Travel Agent Booked Fake Trips, Stole All The Money
CDC Director Makes False Claim About Travel Causing Virus Spread
Mar
30
2021
The Director of the CDC today urged Americans not to travel, claiming it exacerbates the spread of Covid-19.
However she fails to explain how she thinks this happens, makes no distinction between those who have been vaccinated and those who haven’t been, and offers an argument that is simply false based on the CDC’s own data to bolster her case.
185 Baby Turtles Found Inside Passenger’s Luggage
Mar
30
2021
Sunday morning 185 baby turtles were found wrapped in plastic inside a red suitcase at the Baltra airport in the Galapagos Islands. The passenger and his luggage were bound for Guayaquil, Ecaudor.
These animals were declared as ‘souvenirs’ but were discovered going through x-ray. Sadly, 10 of the tortoises had already died. An additional five died on Monday. The rest “were not in good health.”
Why The CDC’s Recommendation Against Non-Essential Travel Doesn’t Apply To Joe Biden
Mar
29
2021
With the CDC continuing to recommend against non-essential travel during the pandemic – even for those that have been vaccinated, despite their own science – a reporter asked the White House Press Secretary whether that guidance applies to the President and Vice President.
Jen Psaki said that it does not. Her reasons why are revealing.
Time To Travel: CDC Study Shows Vaccines Prevent Both Infections And Spread
Mar
29
2021
We already know that approved vaccines are highly effective protecting you against Covid-19, especially for serious cases. We now have great data showing they protect others from you as well. In other words – if you’re vaccinated you aren’t just preventing yourself from getting sick, you’re preventing yourself from being a carrier of the virus too.
Vaccine Passports Are ‘On The Way’ As Biden Administration Drives Project
Mar
29
2021
The Biden administration is driving a project to introduce vaccine passports, which could be used not just for travel but also for return-to-work and attending events.
While many countries will require proof of vaccination for entry, it’s entirely unnecessary for domestic use since by the time it’s introduced everyone who wants a shot will already have protection – and the compromises necessary for the passport project will render them next to useless.
American Airlines Will Shut Down Gate Kiosks On April 1
Mar
29
2021
Want to change your flight, change your seat, or try to score an upgrade? You won’t be able to use an American Airlines gate-side kiosk to do it anymore starting April 1.
American Airlines Reveals To The SEC That Travel Bookings Have 90% Recovered
Mar
29
2021
American Airlines reports internally that its online sales volumes are nearly back to 2019 levels, which were record-setting. They’re seeing the strongest revenue performance they’ve had since before the pandemic.
And last week they filled nearly 80% of their seats systemwide, which for an airline is nearly completely sold out.
Southwest Airlines Places Huge Boeing 737 MAX Order
Mar
29
2021
Southwest Airlines has placed a huge a huge new Boeing 737 MAX order: 100 Boeing 737 MAX 7 aircraft, Southwest also converted 70 MAX 8 orders to MAX 7 orders, and added 155 options for MAX 7 or 8 aircraft.
This is huge for Southwest – but especially for Boeing.
[Roundup] Get Paid $50 For Posting A Vaccine Selfie, Wine For $0.43+tax Per Bottle Shipped
Mar
28
2021
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips.
