United helps passengers navigate travel restrictions

CHICAGO - United Airlines has introduced a new interactive map tool that allows customers to filter and view COVID-19-related travel restrictions for their planned destinations.

The tool is available on united.com and the United mobile app. The Destination Travel Guide, a first among U.S. airlines, provides an interactive, color-coded map to highlight if a destination is closed, partially open or fully open for travel, and will also note if any tests or self-quarantining is required for travel.

Customers can easily filter destinations to view local regulations, such as social distancing and mask enforcement, as well as to see if hotels, restaurants and other leisure outlets are open to the public, the airline said.

"We know it's a challenge to keep up with the ever-changing list of travel restrictions, policies and regulations so we are offering a simple, easy tool that helps customers decide where to travel next," said Linda Jojo, executive vice president for technology and chief digital officer.