ATLANTA — As the delta variant of the coronavirus continues to spread worldwide, many travelers are again wondering if their trips and vacations will be impacted.
Channel 2′s Elizabeth Rawlins was at Hartsfield Jackson International Airport, where the demand for travel has surged over the last few months.
Now, as cases of COVID-19 rapidly increase, both domestic and international travelers are once again facing new restrictions.
The White House announced earlier this week that they plan to continue the travel ban, restricting most foreigners from coming into the country. The Biden administration has said it is working on a plan to require all foreign visitors to be vaccinated so the U.S. can lift all travel bans.
The announcement comes just as the new delta variant potentially threatens travel plans for both domestic and international travelers.
Delta Air Lines announced this week they are offering waivers and allowing travelers to change their flights for free. This was in response to the overwhelming demand for service, but it comes at a time when some people are questioning their travel plans.
Rawlins talked to some travelers at the airport Saturday, who feel that these sorts of restrictions are necessary.
“I think if they want to come in, yes, it’s fair,” James Bass said. “I had to get vaccinated to go to other countries that I traveled to.”
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Jen Psaki, White House press secretary, said, “What our interagency working groups are focused on, and this is I think what was reported, is working to develop a plan for a consistent and safe international travel policy.”
Even though Americans have been traveling abroad for the last few months, most foreigners are still banned from coming into the U.S.
A requirement is being considered for all foreigners to be vaccinated before they can come to the U.S. This comes as other countries are choosing to do the same. Canada will open its borders on Monday, but only to those who are vaccinated.
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