The world is a diverse and exciting place to explore and taking the time to travel provides a welcome change from our everyday lives.  News articles about places of interest can spark enthusiasm for new travel destinations and provide needed guidance when planning a trip.  Travel news can provide inspiration, planning help, and a variety of travel mode, accommodation, and destination options for a getaway.  Technology has made it easier than ever to access relevant information, advisories, and trip guides.

Browse the headlines below to find the latest travel-related news from around the world.

• Khabib Nurmagomedov: UFC 249 Main Event In Danger Due To Travel Ban
  
  The main event of UFC 249 could be in danger with Khabib Nurmagomedov unable to leave Russia.
  By Trent Reinsmith, Contributor.  Forbes.  Mon, 30 Mar 2020 21:16:30 +0000.
• Coronavirus: Travel restrictions, border shutdowns by country
  
  Countries around the world have taken drastic measures, including border closures, in an attempt to curb COVID-19.
  Al Jazeera.  Mon, 30 Mar 2020 20:12:28 GMT.
• Coronavirus: Grounded planes fill airport runways
  
  Eerie scenes at major airports across the UK as air travel comes to a halt.
  BBC News.  Mon, 30 Mar 2020 18:15:52 GMT.
• Drug dealers are arrested when police pull over their car to ask if journey is strictly necessary
  
  The dealers had travelled 80 miles from the West Midlands to Wales. Both were fined for making an unneccesary journey and arrested
  Daily Mail.  Mon, 30 Mar 2020 18:23:05 +0100.
• Alaska Air Group Stock Sinks 40.3% in a Month: Here's Why
  
  In the face of air-travel demand going downhill, Alaska Air Group's (ALK) unit Alaska Airlines slashes capacity for April and May.
  Zacks Equity Research.  Zacks.  Mon, 30 Mar 2020 15:49:00 GMT.
• Coronavirus: Britons stranded in the Philippines
  
  Travel restrictions and growing costs mean hundreds of foreign travellers are unable to get home.
  BBC News.  Mon, 30 Mar 2020 14:55:10 GMT.
• Sydney Opera House boss looks to future with more local content
  
  Louise Herron says the Opera House will focus on Australian content once travel restrictions lift because it will be hard to attract foreign performers.
  Josh Dye.  Sydney Morning Herald.  Tue, 31 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +1100.
• How Travel Brands Are Approaching TV Advertising Now
  
  While some travel sectors such as airlines have virtually eliminated U.S. ...
  Hsyndicate.  Mon, 30 Mar 2020 11:00:19 +0200.
• Asian shares continue to feel brunt of coronavirus pandemic
  
  Asian shares started the week with fresh losses as the coronavirus outbreak continues to shut down travel and business in many parts of the world.
  Irish Independent.  Mon, 30 Mar 2020 03:23:57 +0000.
• Asian shares extend losses as toll from pandemic surges
  
  BANGKOK (AP) - Asian shares started the week with fresh losses as countries reported surging numbers of infections from the coronavirus that has prompted shutdowns of travel and business in many parts of the world. ...
  Elaine Kurtenbach.  Washington Times.  Sun, 29 Mar 2020 22:52:20 -0400.
• Texas requires 14-day quarantine for travelers flying from Chicago, other major cities
  
  Texas' governor is requiring all air travelers flying from Chicago to the state to quarantine for 14 day or potentially face jail time.
  Ktrk.  ABC News.  Mon, 30 Mar 2020 02:12:13 +0000.
• Rhode Island No Longer Stopping New York Cars
  
  Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo repealed her order that New Yorkers coming to the state be singled out for Covid-19 quarantine and replaced it with a requirement that all out-of-state travelers isolate for 14 days.
  Newsmax.  Sun, 29 Mar 2020 16:20:27 EDT.
• Coronavirus updates: No 'quarantine' for NY area, but CDC issues travel advisory - CNET
  
  Plus: Tragic, new milestones are reached. Ireland locks down. FDA approves a five-minute test.
  Corinne Reichert.  CNET.  Sun, 29 Mar 2020 02:37:00 +0000.
• Trump Issues Travel Advisory, Not Quarantine, For New York, New Jersey, Connecticut
  
  The president's decision came hours after floating the possibility that he would issue quarantines for the hard-hit states. The CDC later advised residents against non-essential travel for 14 days.
  Colin Dwyer.  NPR.  Sat, 28 Mar 2020 13:59:36 -0400.
• Trump to send off 'stocked up' Navy hospital ship to New York for coronavirus response
  
  President Trump traveled to Norfolk, Va. Saturday for a send-off ceremony for the U.S. Navy hospital ship as it leaves for New York to aid in the coronavirus emergency response.
  Marisa Schultz.  Fox News.  Sat, 28 Mar 2020 17:23:25 GMT.
• No more domestic travel by plane or train for those showing coronavirus symptoms, Trudeau says
  
  Domestic travel by plane or train will soon be off the table for anyone exhibiting symptoms of coronavirus, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Saturday, as part of additional measures to slow the spread of COVID-19 across the country.
  CBC News.  Sat, 28 Mar 2020 11:00:40 EDT.
• South Carolina Rep. Joe Cunningham tests positive for coronavirus
  
  Rep. Joseph Cunningham announced Friday that a positive test for the coronavirus prevented him from traveling to Washington to vote in favor of the stimulus bill. ...
  Seth Mclaughlin.  Washington Times.  Fri, 27 Mar 2020 15:16:29 -0400.
• Former Apple CEO: Post Pandemic Business Travel Will Take a Hit - Industry Leaders
  
  John Sculley, the former CEO of Apple, has become a great advocate of this way of working. And he believes remote working will challenge the business models of many airlines that rely on business travel as a source of revenue.
  Travel Industry Wire.  Fri, 27 Mar 2020 13:39:15 EST.
• Germany Flies Hundreds of Tourists Out of Nepal
  
  Airport reopened only for the flight.
  Voice of America.  Fri, 27 Mar 2020 05:39:51 -0400.
• Spain Enters Third Week of Coronavirus Lockdown
  
  Streets of Barcelona and its famous tourist attractions deserted.
  Voice of America.  Fri, 27 Mar 2020 01:30:43 -0400.

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