Blue Gate Travel Blog

  Requirement for Proof of Negative COVID-19 Test or Recovery from COVID-19 for All Air Passengers Arriving in the United States On January 12, 2021, CDC issued an  Order  requiring all air passengers arriving to the US from a foreign country to get tested no more than 72 hours before their flight departs and to provide proof of the negative result.  If you have previously tested positive for Covid-19, then you will need to provide documentation of having recovered from COVID-19 to the airline before boarding the flight. This Order will go into effect on January 26, 2021. This order applies to all persons traveling into the United States, including United States citizens, visitors, and permanent residents, even if those persons have had a COVID-19 vaccine.  Travelers must get a viral test -  antigen tests and nucleic acid amplification tests such as a PCR test qualify, but antibody tests don't  – within 72 hours of their departure and br...

  When you say New York in reference to the state, those you're speaking to will typically think you're referring to the city. However, there is much more to the state than its large metropolis. New York has played a significant role in American history, and throughout New York, you'll find historical landmarks, along with beautiful landscapes, and much more.  Why not make this an educational get away?  This is also a great state to visit if you are homeschooling your children.  You all get the benefit of some education and a chance to get out of the house for a few days! So to encourage you to think bigger than the confines of New York City, here is a list of places outside of the city that are worth the visit…   Adirondack Mountain Region The Adirondacks spread out across six million acres. It is one of the world's greatest protected wilderness regions. Lake George, Lake Placid, Pok-O-Moonshine Mountain, Moss Cliffs, Keene Valley, Rogers Rock, and Wallface...

In the world of Expedia and Do It Yourselfers - here are a few reasons why should you work with us:   Experience .  Our agents have years of experience and many miles under their travel belts.  Tap into their wealth of experience so that you can curate wonderful experience through your travels.   Save Time .  Let's face it - trolling the internet to find the best deal is time consuming. And frustrating.  We do all the searching and comparing for you.  Send us your parameters and we will research the perfect trip for you. Want to change your itinerary once you've arrived at your destination but don't want to waste a minute of your vacation - your travel agent will take care of that for you.  While you are off on your wine tasting adventure, your travel agent is changing those reservations so you don't waste a minute of your vacation. Peace of Mind . Working with a travel agent ensures that your trip is planned as perfectly as it can be.  And, ...

Here are our tips for traveling safely: 1. Use the hotel room safe ! 2. Put your spare cash in a Secure Spot.   Extra money in your hotel safe is a great option. Avoid keeping money or important documents in your back pocket or in a purse that doesn’t close. You don't want to make yourself attractive to pick-pockets. Use a cross-body purse that zips or snaps securely shut, and keep it in front of you instead of behind you. Men – keep your wallet in your front pocket or a bag that closes securely. 3. Make hard and digital copies of your travel documents.   There is nothing worse than losing your passport or other travel documents.   In the event that you do lose your passport, you will need proof that you did obtain the proper documents before leaving the country. Make hard copies of all these important documents and keep them in your hotel safe. Also, make digital copies and send them to a close relative who is not traveling with you. 4.  Buy Travel Insurance ....