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.
News & Announcements
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
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.
Friday, December 18, 2020
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.
Wednesday, December 9, 2020
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.
Thursday, December 3, 2020
Delta to Block Middle Seats Through March 2021
Delta Air Lines has extended its policy of blocking middle seats through the end of March 2021, making it the sole U.S.
Thursday, April 30, 2020
REAL ID Deadline extended
Due to circumstances resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic and the national emergency declaration, the Department of Homeland Security is extending the REAL ID enforcement deadline beyond the current October 1, 2020 deadline.
Thursday, March 26, 2020
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
Monday, March 16, 2020
Travel Program FAQs Related to Covid-19
The University Travel Program has developed a list of FAQs related to Covid-19.
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
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:
Saturday, February 1, 2020
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.