Summer Vacation

Some ingredients in sunscreens have been banned due to their potential to damage coral reefs, and there’s a new push for brands to market themselves as environmentally friendly. LX News storyteller Ngozi Ekeledo chats with journalist Lexy Lebsack about her recent Bustle piece, “Inside the Murky World of Sun Protection.”

If you’re looking for relief in the form of a frozen dessert or cold drink, we’ve got you covered. There are several days coming up where you can snag a tasty treat to cool you down, for the low price of $0.00.

Before the fireworks begin sounding off for July 4th, those along the shoreline had the chance to enjoy an amazing display while on the beach. Fireworks roared over East Haven’s beach on Saturday which offered a glimpse of the past for many people. Ava Quattlebaum and her parents show up early every year to get a front row seat...

People from all over Connecticut came out to watch the fireworks display in East Haven ahead of the holiday weekend.

That’s IF they can stay in stock. We’re already into the summer season for alcohol sales, and there will be plenty to choose from in the fast-growing world of hard seltzer.

Congress passed a law to make interstate road trips easier, mandating one universal transponder for paying tolls. So why are E-Z Pass, SunPass, TxTag and all the others making life so difficult?

E-Z Pass, SunPass, TxTag … our country’s more than 130 different tolling agencies across 34 states can’t agree on what technology drivers should use to pay tolls — even after Congress passed a law mandating one universal transponder. So why are interstate road trips still such a headache?

Travel season is here and so is the demand to hit the road or catch a flight but before you do, there’s a couple of tips to keep in mind. The biggest piece of advice from travel experts is to prepare your plans in advance before heading to your destination during the summer. “The increase in demand really has...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced new guidance which allows people who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to travel freely in the U.S., as long as they remain masked.

If you’re like most, after a year-long lockdown you’re thinking about taking a trip this summer. Perhaps it’s a trip that you were forced to reschedule from 2020. Or maybe it’s a brand new outing after being in lockdown for so long. Either way, here are tips for getting the best bang for your buck.

While the CDC still isn’t recommending non-essential travel, the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines across the country has people looking forward to a day in the not-too-distant future when they can board a plane for a long-delayed vacation. Scott Keyes of Scott’s Cheap Flights joined LX News with some tips for finding the best deals.

It is no surprise that health experts are worried about the number of Covid-19 cases increasing over the long Labor Day weekend. Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Dr. David Rubin suggests spending time with loved ones in smaller groups and engaging in outdoor activities to help limit the transmission of the virus.

Lifestyle expert Lindsay Myers provides out-of-the-box ideas for families looking to have a fun and safe summer, such as hosting karaoke nights, doing DIY activities and gardening.

Travel agents are helping customers rework their summer travel plans to plan something closer to home in the face of growing quarantine restrictions.

Coronavirus is changing the way we vacation this year. Nisreene Atassi, the global head of communications for Expedia, and Jeanette Casselano, the director of external communications for AAA, offer tips for how to get away from home safely — and how to get a refund if you have to cancel your trip.

Here are some ways to take a safe vacation during the COVID-19 outbreak, from the best modes of transportation to tips to plan safe gatherings.