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Beautiful sights to visit in the Washington DC Area

Washington DC night scene

 

 

 

 

 


Plan a visit to the Washington DC area soon – museums and attractions are beginning to open again!

The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is now reopened for public visitors starting Monday, October 26.  The Museum is reopening on a limited basis with new visitor requirements and safety measures in place.

• All visitors must have a timed ticket to enter the Museum, which can be obtained on their website. Initially, they will only issue up to 250 timed tickets daily and Museum public hours will be 11:00am-4:00pm six days a week. They will be closed on Wednesdays.
• All staff and visitors will be required to have their temperature checked before entering the building, wear a mask at all times, and adhere to social distancing requirements throughout the building.
• Visitors will be able to tour the Permanent Exhibition (except the two theaters on the 4th floor), the Hall of Remembrance, the American Witnesses exhibition, and the Children’s Tile Wall.


Martin Luther King Memorial Library is also now open.

Ford’s Theatre began a phased reopening yesterday, with advance tickets required. Tickets are available via at (888) 616-0270. They are limiting groups to no more than 6 tickets/order, with no large groups allowed.

Air General Traveler Services Greeters can make the airport part of your journey easy and safe. Call us at 844-377-9674 to book a Greeter at Washington-Dulles International Airport, at Thurgood Marshall Baltimore International Airport or at Reagan Airport. Let Air General Traveler Services Greeters help you travel as safely and hygienically as possible!  Contact us to arrange dedicated and personalized traveler assistance and visit our website for more details.

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Come to New Jersey for Autumn Fun!

Vacationing in New Jersey can be a bit safer than many of our coastal and mountainous locations in the USA largely because Covid-19 numbers are consistently trending down. New Jersey remains a great place for family fun, but before packing your bags watch the latest travel advisories from state government, and check on private concierge options with Air General Traveler Services.

Under the 14-day quarantine travel advisory announced by the Governors of New Jersey, New York and Connecticut, individuals traveling to/returning to New Jersey from states with increasing rates of COVID-19 are advised to self-quarantine for 14 days. This includes travel by train, bus, car, plane, etc. The self-quarantine is voluntary, but compliance is expected.

Whether you’re planning a hotel, casino stay, golf weekend, outdoor adventure, or a day at the beach, New Jersey has plenty to offer. Hotels, bed and breakfast and other overnight options have increased their cleaning schedules which can affect check in and out times, so be sure to confirm with your accommodation provider. https://www.visitnj.org/

Before winning the BIG Jackpot at the casino, know what you should expect regarding dining options and restrictions. New Jersey has reinstated provisions for indoor dining with strict guidelines and sanitary requirements. The casinos could be shutting down certain tables or slot machine areas throughout the day for cleaning so make sure you plan your winning strategy accordingly.

Reservations for indoor or outdoor dining are highly recommended to limit wait times. For take-out dining, try ordering online or thru a mobile app for discounts and to limit contact through currency transactions. The great outdoors provides a wonderful way to connect with nature and shake off all the worries of high contact surfaces in our daily lives. https://www.mountaincreek.com/  Before returning home enjoy some of the fresh produce from one of the “garden state” farmers markets! https://njmom.com/restaurants/list-farmers-markets-new-jersey-2020/

If your plans call for travel by air or by train, consider contacting Air General Traveler Services for a private Greeter to enjoy a seamless, contactless airport experience to ease concerns associated with current travel regulations. Read about our Meet & Greet product at https://airgeneraltraveler.com/

 

 

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A French-flavored Vacation in New Orleans

New Orleans
August 5, 2020

France may have been on your radar for this year’s summer vacation, but due to the Covid-19 travel restrictions, that is not possible. Why not travel to New Orleans for a French flavored vacation? Air General Travel Services operates at Louis Armstrong International Airport and our Greeters are waiting to assist you through all airport formalities, making the journey through the airport as “touchless” as possible.  We can also help with bookings for cars, restaurants, and escort you to wherever you want to go. There are restrictions, but as long as you follow the rules you can enjoy all the New Orleans has to offer. Restaurants and cafes are open:

Café du Monde, 800 Decatur Street, the place to go for coffee and beignets, is open 24 hours.
Broussard’s, 819 Conti Street, French-Creole cuisine, for brunch or dinner.
Museums, and other indoor attractions are open, with limited capacity and staggered reservations.
The Presbytere, 751 Chartres Street, an architecturally important building in the French Quarter.

The New Orleans Jazz Museum, 400 Esplanade Avenue, dedicated to preserving and celebrating the history of jazz music.

Walking and bike tours are available, but limited to 14 people so reservations are highly recommended. Outdoor live music is permitted with the gathering limited to 50 people.

Jackson Square, facing the Mississippi River and surrounded by historical buildings, is a place to gather and enjoy the open-air artist colony.

Enjoy a visit to New Orleans and remember to follow all the safety guidelines, wear a mask, wash your hands frequently and maintain social distancing.

Let Air General Traveler Services Greeters help you navigate the airport safely and as hygienically as possible!  Contact us to arrange dedicated and personalized traveler assistance.

Air General Greeters are in full compliance with all Covid19 safety guidance. Our air and land travel concierge agents wear masks, follow health, hygiene and distancing protocols and scope out amenities in advance of passenger arrival at the airport or train station. We provide passengers with meet and greet travel concierge services for a “touchless experience” to the extent possible.

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Vacationing at Home in the USA during the COVID Era

July 29, 2020

As some states lift the stay at home order, we are seeing a spike in travel again! In these ever-changing times, our ideas of a typical vacation might also be changing. Once headed to Nevada for the Las Vegas strip or New York City for a Broadway production, people are mixing it up a bit now. Here are a couple of ideas for your next getaway! Air General Traveler Services Meet & Greet team offers assistance to navigate airports and train stations and can help with all your travel needs. This concierge service benefits you and your family as we encompass many enhanced safety protocols to get you to your vacation destination as safely as possible. Ask us about sites and amenities for your next trip!

Mountains – Hiking trails allow for social distancing and are the perfect way to get your blood pumping. A vacation rental settled on the side of a mountain provides a breathtaking morning view to start your day off right. Enjoy your own tranquil space, trails and exercise. Many rentals are incorporating new cleaning procedures to accommodate the newly recommended protocols.

Air General Traveler Services operates in Charlotte! What a perfect place to experience the wonder of the Blue Ridge Mountains!

Historical Trails – Walking the paths of historical sites and monuments is a treasure not easily forgotten. Learn and enjoy at your own pace while staying safe. Major cities like Boston and Chicago offer miles of remarkable historical attractions easily accessible by foot. Enjoy the historical Freedom Trail from Boston Common to the Bunker Hill Monument; the Old Granary Burying Ground, the King’s Chapel, the USS Constitution, and many more!
From momentous parks to museums and art institutes, you can find something for everyone!

Air General Traveler Services provides Greeters in Boston to assist at Logan Airport and Boston North/South Train Station.

Lake Shore Drive in Chicago offers multiple exciting new places to explore, from Lincoln Park to the Field Museum, Navy Pier, Millennium Park, Shedd Aquarium, etc.  Call us for Greeter/concierge service today at Chicago O’Hare Airport or Union Train Station!

Let Air General Traveler Services Greeters help you travel as safely and hygienically as possible!  Contact us  to arrange dedicated and personalized traveler assistance.

Air General Greeters are in full compliance with all Covid19 safety guidance. Our air and land travel concierge agents wear masks, follow health, hygiene and distancing protocols and scope out amenities in advance of passenger arrival at the airport or train station. We provide passengers with meet and greet travel concierge services for a “touchless experience” to the extent possible.

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Sources of Travel Information

New York's LaGuardia Airport Terminal B
Cool artwork in the new LaGuardia Gateway Partners Terminal B in New York

July 21, 2020

Traveling has changed in the last few months and it’s likely you haven’t been on an airplane in a while – a sad note for most of us wanderlusts! As time goes on and restrictions open up in a safe way, we will be packing our suitcases, checking that our passports are valid and visas are confirmed, and we will also need to keep up to date on changes to travel plans.

Following information on social media for the airline you’re flying on – and the airports you are flying to and from.

Key Twitter handles to follow:

@tsa – the official Twitter account of the Transportation Security Administration. It provides information on what you can and cannot bring onboard – often with a lighthearted touch;

@terminalBLGA – LaGuardia’s Terminal B recently opened its new building, operating with four airlines. It’s a great source of what shops and restaurants are open and offers updates on the operation;

@flightradar24 – track your flight in real time!

@statedept – the official account for the US Department of State, it will update you about international travel to and from the US, including passports, visas and travel advisories;

@weatherchannel – if you’re staying close to home, The Weather Channel is one of the most trusted sites for the latest weather reports;

xe.com – if you are traveling internationally, this site offers the most up to date currency tools.

And for our Air General Traveler Service passengers who visit New York City, follow @nycparks for local neighborhood events. Stay safe and happy travels!

Let Air General Traveler Services Greeters help you travel as safely and hygienically as possible!  Contact us  to arrange dedicated and personalized traveler assistance.

Air General Greeters are in full compliance with all Covid19 safety guidance. Our air and land travel concierge agents wear masks, follow health, hygiene and distancing protocols and scope out amenities in advance of passenger arrival at the airport or train station. We provide passengers with meet and greet travel concierge services for a “touchless experience” to the extent possible.

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