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Author: Harriet Baskas, Special to USA TODAY

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Tampa readies for Super Bowl LV fans – albeit fewer of them – amid the pandemic

January 27, 2021January 27, 2021 Harriet Baskas, Special to USA TODAY Comments Off on Tampa readies for Super Bowl LV fans – albeit fewer of them – amid the pandemic

As the Bucs take on the Kansas City Chiefs, there will be limits on stadium attendance and adjustments to celebratory events taking place in town.

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Delivery robots to digital health apps: 5 ways your next airport visit could be contactless

January 5, 2021January 5, 2021 Harriet Baskas, Special to USA TODAY Comments Off on Delivery robots to digital health apps: 5 ways your next airport visit could be contactless

From touchless airport parking to robot food delivery, here are some of the ways your next airport experience might be contactless.

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2020’s best new airport amenities: COVID-19 testing stations, outdoor lounges, coat checks, more

December 2, 2020December 2, 2020 Harriet Baskas, Special to USA TODAY Comments Off on 2020’s best new airport amenities: COVID-19 testing stations, outdoor lounges, coat checks, more

Through air traffic took a major hit in 2020, airports haven’t been idle. Here are some of the best amenities introduced around the country this year.

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The best new airport amenities of 2020

December 2, 2020 Harriet Baskas, Special to USA TODAY Comments Off on The best new airport amenities of 2020

From on-site COVID-19 testing facilities to drive-in movie theaters and coat checks, these airport amenities made 2020 a little more bearable.

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Airlines ban passengers who refuse to mask up, but most airports have no firm policy

November 13, 2020November 15, 2020 Harriet Baskas, Special to USA TODAY Comments Off on Airlines ban passengers who refuse to mask up, but most airports have no firm policy

Airports in places that have COVID-19 mask requirements do have the authority to cite, ticket, or, in some cases, eject travelers who fail to comply.

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Airports compete for worried flyers with on-site COVID-19 testing, TSA appointments, cleaning robots

September 28, 2020 Harriet Baskas, Special to USA TODAY Comments Off on Airports compete for worried flyers with on-site COVID-19 testing, TSA appointments, cleaning robots

In addition to their sanitation efforts, U.S. airports are trying new strategies to boost traveler confidence, like appointments to go through TSA.

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Airports welcome back travelers with new rules, protocols and promises

June 19, 2020 Harriet Baskas, Special to USA TODAY Comments Off on Airports welcome back travelers with new rules, protocols and promises

Airports are going all out to proclaim extreme vigilance in keeping travelers safe with protocols like mask requirements and social distancing signs.

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Leap year offers an extra day – and extra perks for travelers, especially leaplings

February 22, 2020February 29, 2020 Harriet Baskas, Special to USA TODAY Comments Off on Leap year offers an extra day – and extra perks for travelers, especially leaplings

If you are a leapling who was born on Feb. 29 or plan to pop the question that day, it’s not too late to snag special deals at these hotels.

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What travelers need to know as TSA, airports brace for Super Bowl LIV travelers

January 29, 2020 Harriet Baskas, Special to USA TODAY Comments Off on What travelers need to know as TSA, airports brace for Super Bowl LIV travelers

Long before the final matchup was set for Super Bowl LIV, airports and security officials were making game plans for dealing with an influx of flyers.

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Everything you need to know if you’re traveling through Miami International Airport

January 29, 2020 Harriet Baskas, Special to USA TODAY Comments Off on Everything you need to know if you’re traveling through Miami International Airport

Here’s what you need to know about flying through Miami International Airport, including where to eat, shower and let your dog do its business.

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