Dear Travel Fan, Wow, it was a busy week on the travel front, starting with the blizzard that swept across parts of the Northeast, leaving up to three feet of snow in some places and canceling or delaying many flights. There were also updates to the rules for entering Britain from the European Union and countries like the United States and Canada, while in the U.S., the Global Entry program, which lets arrivals get through customs and border patrol quickly, has been put on hold. We explain what’s going on. We also took a look at the risks and the allure of backcountry skiing, in the wake of the terrible avalanche near Lake Tahoe last week. If you’re looking to go somewhere for spring break, this roundup has lots of suggestions. If it’s warmer weather you’re after, you might consider Honolulu, where our Frugal Traveler, Elaine Glusac, recently visited. She’s got tips for visiting on a budget. Las Vegas is another possibility: Our 36 Hours column has ideas on and off the Strip. And if Mexico has been on your list, but you are concerned about the violence that erupted after the killing of a cartel leader, we take a look at how risky it is right now. Perhaps you’re still loving the winter, as is Mark Vanhoenacker, who is both a travel writer and a pilot for British Airways. He is writing a series about what he does on layovers around the world and this week visits Montreal, where he eats well, cross country skis and follows the footsteps of the singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen. Or you could head to Hokkaido, Japan, in search of its legendary powder (with onsens as an add-on). Or maybe you just want to curl up in the most luxurious hotel possible. We’ve got suggestions for stunning new or refurbished places to stay, from around the globe. Finally, if you’re a fan of the “Heated Rivalry” TV series, you understand the implications of “going to the cottage.” Soon, like Shane and Ilya, you’ll be able to stay there. As our colleagues on the Real Estate team reported, starting in March, you’ll be able to rent the actual cottage, which is in Muskoka, Ontario, on Airbnb. Wishing you safe and happy travels,
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