The White House issued a statement May 1 that visitors to the United States from other countries will no longer be required to present vaccination documentation for COVID-19. As of May 11, the United States will no longer mandate that people get vaccinated against the coronavirus because the state of a public health emergency has… Continue reading US Lifts COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate for Foreign Visitors by Plane
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Japan to Lift COVID Restrictions for Travelers
Japan is set to remove its remaining COVID-19 border restrictions, making travel to the country more convenient. According to the country’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, visitors to Japan will no longer be required to present proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test upon arrival starting May 8, 2023. The move is in response to… Continue reading Japan to Lift COVID Restrictions for Travelers
Japan Set To Reopen Borders To Independent Travelers And Lift Daily Arrival Limit This Month
After two and a half years of strict COVID-19 restrictions, Prime Minister of Japan Fumio Kishida announced it will allow visa-free individual tourist travel again. On October 11th, the government will lift the daily arrival cap making it easier for travelers to see the best of the country’s attractions. The government is also launching a… Continue reading Japan Set To Reopen Borders To Independent Travelers And Lift Daily Arrival Limit This Month
Thailand Lifts All Covid-19 Restrictions October 1st
On October 1st Thailand will no longer require tourists to show proof of vaccination or a negative test to enter the country. The government has made this change after declaring that COVID-19 is no longer a “dangerous communicable disease.” Covid-19 Regulations Lifted The termination of the COVID-19 regulations “further simplifies the ability for all to… Continue reading Thailand Lifts All Covid-19 Restrictions October 1st
Canada Drops Vaccine Requirements, Visitors No Longer Need To Quarantine
After two years Canada is finally allowing Americans who are unvaccinated into the country without quarantining. And making it simpler for vaccinated travelers as well. On September 30th Canada will lift its vaccine requirements for visitors. Also on September 30th, Canada will end random COVID arrival tests and make it optional for visitors to use… Continue reading Canada Drops Vaccine Requirements, Visitors No Longer Need To Quarantine
Vaccine Mandates For Private Businesses Lifted In NYC As Of November 1st
On November 1st New York City will lift its COVID-19 vaccine mandate on all private sector businesses. But, NYC will still require all city employees to be vaccinated. Mayor Eric Adams made the announcement Tuesday, as another indication the city is slowly returning to pre-pandemic status. How Did NYC Get Here? The requirement for private… Continue reading Vaccine Mandates For Private Businesses Lifted In NYC As Of November 1st
Visiting Belize: The Caribbean Island Drops All Covid Travel Restrictions
Visiting Belize has become easier this month. The government of Belize has decided to remove all public health measures at every land and sea point of entry to the country. The new policy came into effect immediately after the official announcement, according to the Belize Tourism Board (BTB). Now, proof of vaccination or a negative… Continue reading Visiting Belize: The Caribbean Island Drops All Covid Travel Restrictions
Portugal Is Now Restriction-Free Country For All Travelers
Last week Portugal announced that it dropped all Covid travel restrictions for travelers from all countries, regardless of whether they are nationals of EU or non-EU visitors. The country no longer requires proof of vaccination or tests. The new rules came into effect immediately, according to the Visit Portugal website Rules include the Azores and… Continue reading Portugal Is Now Restriction-Free Country For All Travelers
Airbnb In China: The Company Leaves The Giant Asian Country This Summer
Booking an Airbnb in China won’t be an accommodation option for travelers in the country anymore. The online platform where people can list or rent properties for short-term use announced it will be removing all 150,000 of its listings in China from July 30, the vacation-rental company announced on Tuesday. “We have made the difficult… Continue reading Airbnb In China: The Company Leaves The Giant Asian Country This Summer
Thailand: No More Mandatory Quarantine For Fully Vaccinated Travelers
Traveling to Thailand is now easier with new policy rules to enter the country. After two years of restrictions due to the pandemic, people who are fully vaccinated against the coronavirus and planning to visit Thailand will no longer need to undergo any test or quarantine on arrival. This new measure started on May 1… Continue reading Thailand: No More Mandatory Quarantine For Fully Vaccinated Travelers
How Luxury Travel Has Changed Since The Pandemic
Luxury travel has changed since the pandemic and really, because of the pandemic. The cost of flying has gone up, according to the Washington Post, by “12.7 percent from February 2021,” making travel less available to those on a tight budget. But, luxury travelers aren’t on a tight budget. Even so, there are a few… Continue reading How Luxury Travel Has Changed Since The Pandemic
Mask Mandate On Planes Overturned By Federal Judge, CDC Ends ‘Do Not Travel’ List
A federal judge in Florida has overturned the extended national mask mandate, saying it exceeded the authority of U.S. health officials in the COVID-19 pandemic, AP reported today. Issued by U.S. District Judge Kathryn Kimball Mizelle in Tampa, the decision also points out that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) improperly failed to… Continue reading Mask Mandate On Planes Overturned By Federal Judge, CDC Ends ‘Do Not Travel’ List
Jamaica Is Latest Caribbean Island To Relax COVID-19 Policies For Travelers
Grab your flip-flops and sunblock and get ready to enjoy a Red Stripe on the beach! As of this past weekend, Jamaica implemented major changes to its COVID-19 protocols for travelers. It joins fellow Caribbean islands St. Lucia and Grenada, who relaxed their pandemic policies following a decline in cases. Earlier this month, the CDC… Continue reading Jamaica Is Latest Caribbean Island To Relax COVID-19 Policies For Travelers
Greece To Lift All Covid Travel Restrictions This Summer
Visiting Greece will be a little easier this summer. The country’s authorities announced this Wednesday that Greece is lifting all its Covid travel restrictions in time for the summer holidays. The measures will come into effect on May 2. From that day on, tourists will not be required to show vaccine passports, test results or… Continue reading Greece To Lift All Covid Travel Restrictions This Summer
Face Mask Travel Requirement On Public Transportation And Transportation Hubs Extended Until May 3
Not such great news has surfaced for those who think that the face mask mandate requirement for public transportation should be lifted or believe that this rule is still necessary. The Biden administration announced this Thursday that wearing masks in airports, planes, buses and trains is still mandatory until May 3. The face mask travel… Continue reading Face Mask Travel Requirement On Public Transportation And Transportation Hubs Extended Until May 3