PA Images via Getty ImagesKey FactsThe U.S. lifted restrictions on travel from a long list of countries including the United Kingdom, most of Europe, Mexico and Canada. United Airlines said it expects more than 30,000 passengers to fly into the U.S. Monday, roughly a peak summer day for the carrier and around 50% higher than the number of passengers it had the week before. Delta’s experience reflects wider interest in resuming international travel around the world—travel site Kayak said searches related to international travel to the U.S. jumped nearly 50% the Saturday after the announcement and German carrier Lufthansa said its U.S. bookings were up 50%, even quadrupling on some popular routes. The U.S.’ travel restrictions have lasted longer than many in other wealthy countries and have, at times, strained diplomatic relations with countries frustrated at the lack of reciprocation in opening borders. Virgin Atlantic cabin crew at London's Heathrow Airport as the U.S. reopens its borders to ... [+] international travel.

Source: Forbes November 08, 2021 23:24 UTC