A plane taking off from Heathrow Airport in the United Kingdom. Tim Ireland | Xinhua | Getty Images Britain's Heathrow Airport closed on Friday after a fire at a nearby electrical substation caused a power outage, airport officials said. "Heathrow is experiencing a significant power outage across the airport due to a large fire at…
Another sign of the times that is impacting long-enjoyed travel freedoms: Canada has closed its border at the top of the Pacific Crest Trail, the 2,650-mile wilderness path that runs from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon, and Washington State. Previously, hikers—who take about 5 months to walk the entire length—could simply apply for a…