- January 2010
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January 2010
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Haiti earthquake prompts travel restrictions, aid-based giving
Following the magnitude 7.0 earthquake that struck Haiti on January 12, the United States and Canada have issued travel alerts advising travelers to avoid non-essential travel to the country. The earthquake struck near the capital of Port-au-Prince, causing extensive damage and casualties.
Passports required for Canadian travelers to Mexico
Effective March 1, 2010, Canadian citizens, including those with dual nationality, traveling to Mexico will be required to travel with a passport. While passports are not currently required for Canadians traveling to Mexico, Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada has recommended that, in order to avoid delays and misunderstandings, Canadians travel with a passport valid for at least six months after their arrival date.
CWT Traveler wants to know
CWT Traveler gives readers the opportunity to weigh in on topics of relevance to travelers. Each month a single survey question is posed, and the following month the results are revealed. Readers also have the option to submit survey questions for potential use in future issues of CWT Traveler. January's question is below, along with the link to submit a response.
How have the increased airport security measures and/or baggage restrictions impacted your recent travel experiences?
- No impact
- Minimal impact
- Some impact
- Significant impact
Submit your response here.
December survey results
The December survey question and results were as follows:
When traveling for business, how important is it to you that your hotel room has Internet connectivity?
- 92% responded "Very important"
- 5% responded "Somewhat important"
- 1% responded "Neutral"
- 0% responded "Somewhat unimportant"
- 2% responded "Very unimportant"
