Mexico News
Border Restrictions Extended Between US and Canada, Mexico
Bans on nonessential travel across international borders between the United States, Canada, and Mexico are being extended for yet another month as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread, particularly within the United States.
The restrictions were first implemented in March and have been renewed monthly ever since. U.S. leisure travelers will need to wait through October 21, at the earliest, if they’re hoping to cross into Canada or Mexico.
These restrictions should not impact trade routes or supply lines so that commerce continues as usual between the North American nations. Other reasons for crossing the border that are considered essential services, such as labor and healthcare considerations, may qualify for an exemption.
But as the Washington Post pointed out, U.S. travelers continue to be allowed to fly into some popular areas of Mexico without any mandated quarantine or testing; they have health and temperature checks upon arrival at airports and are required to adhere to local health and precautionary safety measures.
Restaurant Week in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit Begins
After months of not being able to properly share their culinary creations for locals and visitors, restaurants in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit have excitedly kicked off the sixteenth edition of Restaurant Week.
The culinary festival began on September 15 and runs through October 10. Participants will find a variety of restaurants to choose from, with options ranging from traditional Mexican cuisine to specialties like Italian, French, Spanish, and Chinese.
During this time, participating restaurants offer three-course menus at a reduced price. Guests will get to indulge in an appetizer, a main course, and a dessert. The rates for three-course meals do not include drinks or tips.
Deal of the Week
Scenic Fall Flash Sale
Book an inspirational journey of adventure and luxury during Scenic’s fall Flash Sale and enjoy additional savings on select European rivers cruises or special air offers on select Scenic Eclipse voyages to the Mediterranean and Arctic.
These incredible savings are in addition to the complimentary Deposit Protection Plan and early payment offers. For European river cruises, they are combinable with current air offers. This is a limited time offer for new booking made by October 4, 2020.
At Scenic, 5-Star luxury river cruises and ocean adventures are like no other experience available. From intimate European river cruises to the awe-inspiring, 6-star ocean cruises onboard the Scenic Eclipse, Scenic really does have a cruise for every type of traveler.
Book during the fall Flash Sale and save up to an additional US$1,000 per suite. The fall Flash Sale applies to featured sailings departing in 2021 and must be deposited at the time of booking.
- Fall Flash Sale Savings: Save an additional US$500 per suite on 8-day sailings or save an additional US$1,000 per suite on 15-day sailings.
- Early Payment Discount: Pay in full within 14 days of booking and receive an additional US$500 per person savings.
- Flights included to Europe: 8-day sailings receive Free Economy Air or 15-day sailings receive free Premium Economy Air.
- Book with Confidence: Scenic is offering a Deposit Protection Plan for free, plus 50% reduced deposits.
Featured Cruises
Jewels of Europe
Amsterdam to Budapest, 15 days, all 2021 departures.
Priced dropped from US$6,995; now US$6,495 per person.
- Pricing reflects US$500 per person bonus savings
- Premium Economy Air included
- Pay in full within 14 days and save an additional US$500 per person
Gems of the Danube
Budapest to Nuremberg, 8 days, all 2021 departures.
Price dropped from US$3,995; now US$3,745 per person
- Pricing reflects US$250 per person bonus savings
- Economy Air included
- Pay in full within 14 days and save an additional US$500 per person
Windmills, Tulips, and Belgian Delights
Amsterdam to Amsterdam, 8 days, all 2021 departures.
Price dropped from US$3,895; now US$3,645 per person
- Pricing reflects US$250 per person bonus savings
- Economy Air included
- Pay in full within 14 days and save an additional US$500 per person
Holland and Belgium in Springtime
Amsterdam to Amsterdam, 8 days. Departure date: April 26, 2021.
Price dropped from US$4,345; now US$4,195 per person
- Pricing reflects US$250 per person bonus savings
- Economy Air included
- Pay in full within 14 days and save an additional US$500 per person
Danube River Cruise
Budapest to Nuremberg, 8 days. Departures date: May 10, 2020.
Price dropped from US$4,995; now US$4,745 per person
- Pricing reflects US$250 per person bonus savings
- Economy Air included
- Pay in full within 14 days and save an additional US$500 per person
Guests must pay deposit at the time of booking in order to receive savings. Combinable with current offers, including past passenger and referral offers. Applicable only to legal residents of the 50 United States of America.
Judy Newell, an international travel consultant since 1971, heads Perfect Journeys and specializes in unique travel experiences to destinations around the world. She custom designs journeys that are tailored to suit your interests, physical abilities, and budget. Please contact Judy for further information on Travel News topics and around-the-world travel. Cell phone 415 111 8765; Vonage 949-300-3682; email judynewell@perfectjourneys.net.
Sources: Travel Pulse, Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours