Travel
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Arlington Heights travel agent had his best year last year - and predicts business will bounce backApr 23, 2020 1:00 am - Bob French works in his Arlington Heights office alone except for his dog, Safari, who has been a fixture at his feet for the past 12 years. Normally there are four oth...
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Pandemic is dealing European tourism 'staggering' blow
Apr 21, 2020 1:00 am - HALLE, Belgium (AP) - The European Union says its vaunted tourist industry is facing "staggering" figures of decline because of the coronavirus crisis and the bloc's int...
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Elk Grove Village hopes heart-shaped swing brings lots of loveApr 17, 2020 5:30 am - Inspired by a tourist attraction he saw in the Bahamas, Elk Grove Village Mayor Craig Johnson is bringing a decorative heart-shaped swing to town that could likewise att...
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How to secure a refund for a flight canceled due to coronavirus, according to the experts
Apr 12, 2020 6:17 am - In the months the coronavirus outbreak has spread around the world, the Department of Transportation noticed another uptick: an increasing number of Americans being deni...
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U.S. warns Americans against all overseas travel
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United expects to lose $1.5 billion as half of March and April flights canceledMar 16, 2020 1:00 am - United Airlines quashed 50% of its flights for April and May, as fallout from the growing number of coronavirus cases continues. "We also now expect these deep cuts to e...
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Analysis: Will coronavirus sink the cruise industry?
Mar 15, 2020 6:16 am - Marketing for the Grand Princess cruise ship advises prospective passengers to "Expect the extraordinary" when they take sail. Last week, that promise was exceeded when ...
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Spring break might pose greater risk of exposure for students, familiesMar 13, 2020 1:00 am - Officials at suburban schools are concerned about students' increased risk of exposure to the novel coronavirus over spring break from what they and their families might...
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Trump: All travel from Europe to U.S. suspended for 30 days
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Coronavirus: Seasoned traveler says listen to the experts, avoid hot spots and keep travelingMar 10, 2020 5:30 am - Editor's note: The Facebook page of Doug Picirillo of Arlington Heights is replete with photos of exotic places and airport check-ins. As an information technology c...