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  CDC to lift COVID test requirement for international air travelers. The U.S. will lift its requirement for air travelers to get a negative COVID-19 test before entering the country starting Sunday, the Centers for Disease Control announced on Friday. Driving the news: The move goes into effect shortly after midnight on June 12, according to the CDC's statement. The rule change is "based on the science and data" and the CDC will reassess its decision in 90 days, a senior Biden administration official told CNN, which first reported on the announcement Friday afternoon. The big picture: The testing requirement has drawn criticism from the travel industry and business organizations, which have lobbied the Biden administration to ditch the mandate for vaccinated international passengers entering the U.S. “Thank you to the administration for the announcement. This is another important step, not just for air travel, but also for all the tourism jobs that international tra

  Before flying with your pet, it is advisable to check with the airline. You can’t imagine To go on holiday without your dog or your cat, or even your hamster? Before booking your trip, check what formalities need to be followed and which airlines accept them on board. Anticipate your trip The General Directorate of Civil Aviation (DGAC) advises to anticipate from the purchase of the plane ticket. “When booking your trip, or buying your ticket, remember to tell your airline or travel agency that you will be traveling with your pet. Some companies limit the number of animals allowed on a flight, ”she says on her site. take away up-to-date health record your pet and consult your veterinarian if he is nervous or susceptible to motion sickness. You can also call the company at least 72 hours before the flight to confirm its presence on board. Hold or cabin? Some companies may allow the presence in the cabin of small animals, as well as assistance dogs. So check with your company if