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How to travel this holiday season by plane, train and car, and how to safely stay in a hotel or a rental. If you’re staying local, we have ideas for how to spend the time.
Ontario begins drive-through testing today. John Wayne in Santa Ana will start in spring.
Welsh writer Jan Morris died Friday at 94. Christopher Reynolds recalls a charming lunch in Wales with the witty, learned and enthusiastic traveler.
Southwest will fill middles seats starting Dec. 1. For Alaska, the date is Jan. 6
Hotels remain open, but guests should return nightly by 10 p.m.
Millions of Americans bought plane tickets for Thanksgiving before the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advised against holiday air travel.
Agency again warns of growing COVID-19 risks and asks Americans to stay home.
Millions of migrating birds will stop at the Salton Sea this winter. Plus, why you should run a local turkey trot and walk the length of Wilshire Boulevard.
What happens when wedding plans collapse because of a pandemic? For better or worse, you stop crying and survey the marketplace for alternatives. If you’re smart, you can save money big time.
More on holiday travel
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AAA says nearly 48 million people are expected to hop into their vehicles for the Turkey Day trek this year. If you’re getting on the road, keep hand sanitizer, gloves and masks fully stocked.
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As you’re thinking about traveling this holiday season, you might ask yourself: What’s the infection level in your community? How many people are gathering? We have answers.
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Traveling through the second busiest airport in the country isn’t usually stress free. Use these tips, including arriving extra early and going nuts with hand sanitizer, to make your trip a little easier.
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Airplane fares are rising, middle seats are filling up and the number of people flying has nearly doubled since June. Here are things to know if you’re traveling by plane.
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With care, you can reduce the risks that come with spending a night in a hotel or motel. Use these tips when choosing a room and for when you arrive at your destination.
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For those looking to travel this holiday season with kids, take advantage of technology, keep lots of hand sanitizer at the ready and do some research beforehand.
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Ontario begins drive-through testing today. John Wayne in Santa Ana will start in spring.
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Agency again warns of growing COVID-19 risks and asks Americans to stay home.
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Americans are banned from many nations, but these countries are open, with conditions.
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What happens when wedding plans collapse because of a pandemic? For better or worse, you stop crying and survey the marketplace for alternatives. If you’re smart, you can save money big time.
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Why Vegas became the mecca it is and Newport, Ky. did not — and what it is now.
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A trip to the stars may not be in the cards for many of us, but it’s nice to dream.
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The city has built interlocking lighted arches to welcome visitors to downtown Las Vegas.
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The holiday will go on, city says, but parades won’t.
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LAX is rolling out on-site coronavirus testing for fliers as officials advise against unnecessary travel and cases spike across Southern California.
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Airports, train stations and rest stops are places where people are at risk of being exposed to the virus, and it can be difficult to stay six feet away from others, as health experts strongly recommend.
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Most turkey trots in Southern California are keeping the race tradition alive with virtual runs.
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Reserving a vacation rental with Airbnb or Vrbo may be a good way to minimize contact with others and enjoy a change of scenery. Here are things to consider before you book.
Nearby destinations
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A meditation garden, a horseback excursion through Topanga and a simulated wildflower exhibition can help soothe jangled nerves.
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Forage for edible seaweed on a tour that includes a ramen lunch made with the day’s harvest.
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One takes you north to June Lake. Another reveals treasures hiding in plain sight in Los Angeles. A third brings you on a colorful desert sculpture tour.
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And on the 12-mile boat ride from Oxnard, you might see dolphins
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You won’t find flannel-lined sleeping bags at these seven spots, which feature king-size beds, luxury linens and private decks or patios.
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There’s a limited number of tickets sold to allow for social distancing, and reservations will be required for seats on popular Southern California routes.
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Experts urge travelers to avoid ride share, but if you have to use one, be aware of these guidelines. For example, Uber requires passengers to wear masks and Lyft forbids passengers from sitting in the front seat.
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Be prepared for bus and rail services to operate less frequently, or sometimes not at all. Here’s what else to know about using Metro bus and light rail, Metrolink trains or the LAX FlyAway Bus.
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Local, state and national public health experts urge people to postpone nonessential trips, saying that the closer you stay to your neighborhood, the safer you’ll be.
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Stone Soup Farm in Oak Glen, Calif., shows visitors how to make apple butter during weekends in November.
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Here are three open spaces in California where you can spot wildlife while remaining socially distanced from others.
