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Cruise lines have halted operations in Florida and nationwide for the rest of 2020 because of the possible spread of COVID-19 on ships.
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Gov. Ron DeSantis supports lifting federal COVID-19 restrictions on travelers from the United Kingdom and Brazil to help Florida’s struggling tourism industry.
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Passengers flying to and from Tampa International Airport will be able to get coronavirus tests before their flights. The airport is offering the service in partnership with BayCare.
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Tourism is one of Florida's biggest and most important industries. But visitors are shying away from the sun-splashed beaches and theme parks. Tourism numbers cratered in the last quarter.
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The department cited regional changes in the coronavirus pandemic, including significant improvements in some areas and declines in public health in others.
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Checkpoints at major bridges, tunnels and other sites are meant to drive home the message that 14-day quarantine rules are mandatory for people returning from states with high infection rates.
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The Bahamas has reversed course on closing its border to U.S. travelers over surging coronavirus infections in both nations.
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Travelers must review the checklist when checking in online or at the airport and confirm — similar to how passengers must affirm they're not bringing explosives or banned materials on board.
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Hotels have been devastated by the pandemic. To survive, they are adapting with extra-deep cleaning and contactless interactions. And it may mean rooms with no notepads and pens — and no minibars.
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An analysis by NPR finds many nations are tossing aside international health regulations and imposing strict travel restrictions. Experts say the benefits are likely to be small.