**This article is out of date, much has changed since we last updated this on March 16, 2020.
FAQ’s Regarding Travel During the Coronavirus Outbreak
Last updated 03/16/2020
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Ever since the first reported cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) hit the news in December, the coronavirus has dominated headlines everywhere. This outbreak, originating in Wuhan, China, has already had a major impact on economies across the globe. No industry has been more affected by the coronavirus outbreak than the travel industry.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reports that, “In 2019, there was a total of around 200,000 flights scheduled between the United States and the Schengen Area, equivalent to around 550 flights per day. There were around 46 million passengers (roughly equivalent to 125,000 travelers every day).”
Travelers are searching for questions related to refunds, waivers, and exchanges. If you are a travel professional, you’ve probably received many of these questions yourself. We hope these resources will help you feel better-equipped to assist your travelers as they make their travel plans.
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How are Airlines Responding to the Coronavirus?
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Infographic Regarding the Coronavirus
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