News & Announcements
Delta Extends Middle Seat Blocking Through April 30
Delta Air Lines will continue its capacity controls, including blocking middle seats, through the end of April, the carrier announced. The new date is a one-month extension of the carrier's previous update to the policy.
U.S. to Require Negative COVID-19 Tests for All International Visitors
Effective January 26, 2021, the U.S. government will require all international airline passengers to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test before boarding flights to the United States.
Airlines warn travelers: Emotional support animals will no longer be permitted
U.S. air carriers are warning passengers they may soon have to leave their emotional support rabbits, hamsters, cats and turkeys at home.
United to Ask All Passengers for Contact-Tracing Information
United Airlines during the next few weeks will begin asking all passengers during check-in to voluntarily provide contact information to assist any contract-tracing efforts, the carrier announced Wednesday.
Amtrak Enables Digital Wallet Payments via Web and App
Amtrak passengers can now pay for tickets via digital wallet services Apple Pay, Google Pay, and PayPal, on Amtrak's website and mobile app.
Amtrak is going cashless on board the trains and in the stations
Starting Friday, March 27, 2020, Amtrak is going cashless on board the trains and in the stations. The Service Adjustments page on Amtrak.com has also been updated: https://www.amtra
Travel Program FAQs Related to Covid-19
The University Travel Program has developed a list of FAQs related to Covid-19.
Reduced Fares on Amtrak Mean Additional Ticket Restrictions
On March 1, 2020, Amtrak began offering deeply discounted tickets and reduced fares. To make these lowered fares feasible, Amtrak is implementing a few more restrictions on tickets. In an effort to better fit each customer’s need, Amtrak is revising the following:
Notice Regarding Travel To and From China
Until further notice, no students, faculty, or staff will be approved to travel to mainland China on University business or as part of a University-sponsored program. We strongly recommend deferring other types of travel (leisure, personal interest) for the foreseeable future.