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A housekeeper cleans an elevator at a hotel in Prague, Czech Republic, Monday, May 25, 2020. The bars, restaurants and cafes are returning to full service in the Czech Republic as the government is taking further steps to ease its restrictive measures adopted to contain the coronavirus pandemic. The hotels and tourist camps are also reopening on Monday together with public swimming pools, aquatic centers, wellness centers and saunas. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek) PJO106
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Bye-bye buffets, hello Plexiglas: How COVID is changing hotels

Nation & World

Is it safe to take an Uber or Lyft ride amid the coronavirus outbreak?

The ongoing closure of the USA-Canada border is affecting people, boaters and businesses. This sign marks the actual border at Peace Arch Park. White Rock B.C. is seen in the distance. Photographed on May 13, 2020. 213939
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Canada, US and Mexico extend border restrictions to July 21

A protective face mask is covered by sand at the beach front in Tel Aviv, Israel, Saturday, May 16, 2020. Israeli authorities have recently begun loosening the restrictions of the coronavirus lockdown, the easing brought people out of their homes to enjoy the outdoors. (AP Photo/Oded Balilty)
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Grand Circle Travel rescheduled a canceled trip without asking its customer. What about a refund?

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Outdoors

A variety of freeze-dried meals and pre-packaged meals and snacks are photographed Monday, March 9, 2020. 213255

Hungry in the backcountry? Here’s our taste-test of several brands of freeze-dried meals

A Hike and a Happy Hour

Jake Hoffman, left, and Tyler Godwin check out the historical lime kiln from which this hike receives its name. (Evan Bush / The Seattle Times)

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READER’S LENS – ONE TIME USE ONLY 1146476091 Janet Jeffries janetjeffries8@gmail.com Mill Creek, WA 425-367-1373 West Seattle 2020/05/04 Sunrise in West Seattle. I’m off work this week from my job as a registered nurse, and getting up early, to be alone with my thoughts in the quiet, crisp air, is very therapeutic. Nikon d750, 18-35mm lens with an ND filter. 01F85B09-6038-4AB8-BC90-7CC6285104CE.jpeg I agree to the Readers Lens Terms and Conditions 12:56:18 04 May, 2020

Reader’s Lens | Seattle skyline reflects onto Elliott Bay during a stunning sunrise

READER’S LENS – ONE TIME USE ONLY Richard Roschke rroschke@comcast.net Kent, WA 253-981-4757 Lake Fenwick in Kent, Wa 2020/03/07 “A quiet morning at Lake Fenwick provided me with this photo of a Male Wood Duck. I used a Nikon D500 and Sigma 150-600 C lens.” DSC_0768-Male Wood Duck.JPG I agree to the Readers Lens Terms and Conditions 10:19:05 25 Apr, 2020

Reader’s Lens | A wood duck shows off his truly beautiful colors

READER’S LENS – ONE TIME USE ONLY Ashley Martin ashley.todd.martin@gmail.com Seattle, WA 2064008880 Interbay P-Patch Community Garden, 2451 15th Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119 2020/04/06 Baby hummingbird fed by its mother while sitting on a metal wire tomato cage. I went for a walk in the garden and by chance found a baby hummingbird. Hummingbird eggs are about the size of a jellybean and an adult hummingbird weighs less than a nickel. Nikon 5600 DSLR DSC_0211.JPG I agree to the Readers Lens Terms and Conditions 16:18:35 18 Apr, 2020

Reader’s Lens | Social distancing is hard when you’re a hungry baby hummingbird

READER’S LENS – ONE TIME USE ONLY Seattle 2020/04/07 Pink super moon rising from the east. Marvin Yamaguchi marviny@yamarch.com 2066821687 Pink_Supermoon_40720.jpg I agree to the Readers Lens Terms and Conditions 23:36:03 07 Apr, 2020

Reader’s Lens | Pink supermoon gives Seattle a literal bright spot in uncertain times

Travel Wise

Travelers wait in lines at SeaTac International Airport before going through security Wednesday, November 21, 2018, the day before Thanksgiving. 208551

Travel Wise | From security to delays, flying is stressful. Here’s how to de-stress at the airport

Northwest Hikes

Celia Barenfanger walks her dog Garol with (From left) Helena, Rich, and Amelia Solarte on Discovery Park’s Loop Trail on Saturday, December 8. 208680

6 truly beginner-friendly routes hikers of all skill levels can enjoy in Seattle and beyond  VIEW

Escapes abroad

A man on his motorbike in Cat Ba town on Cat Ba island

Away from Vietnam’s tourist circuit, a Pacific Northwest travel writer finds comfort and charm in Seattle’s sister city  VIEW

Boats dock directly at the canalside or by lower-level entrances directly off of the canal.

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Composer Edvard Grieg retreated daily to this picture-perfect studio on a Norwegian fjord.

House calls: Inside the homes of Europe’s top artists

The town of Varenna on Lake Como is the perfect place to savor a lakeside meal or aperitivo.

Nature and romance permeate in Italy’s lakes district