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Sweden Officially Reopens To U.S. Tourists

Sweden has reopened to U.S. travelers as of June 30th, presenting American tourists with another European destination to visit this summer. The country had banned all non-essential travel from outside EU/EEA nations since March 2020. After February 2021, the ban included a requirement of presenting a negative COVID-19 test upon arrival. If you want to travel to Sweden, you need to be covered by one of the entry ban exemptions and prove that your travel is essential and

Greece Drops More Restrictions Aiming To Be Top Destination This Summer

As infection rates continue to decline in Greece, the popular tourist destination removed more restrictions this week as the summer season kicks off. Greece was one of the first countries in Europe to open back up to tourists, implementing forward-thinking amendments to their entry requirements to help streamline the return of visitors.

Turks and Caicos is welcoming tourists from any country

Visitors to Turks and Caicos will need a TCI Assured Travel Authorization in order to board their flight. This is a free authorization which you apply for online. As part of the authorization, you'll need a negative PCR test taken within 5 days of travel; insurance which covers Covid-related medical costs including the possibility of full hospitalization, doctors’ visits, prescriptions, and an air ambulance; and a completed online health screening questionnaire.

Honduras Reopening for Tourism – Everything You Need To Know

Honduras has officially reopened airports and is now allowing international tourism to resume in the country as of August 17, 2020. Honduras, a nation in Central America known for its Mayan ruins, jungle-covered mountains, barrier reefs and being a budget friendly destination, relies heavily on the 2 million tourists it gets yearly

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Denmark Opens Border To Vaccinated Americans

Tourists from the U.S., Canada and the U.K. are among those now welcome to enter Denmark, with no last-minute testing or self-isolation required. Announced in a press release by Danish authorities on June 5, the new rules mean that fully-vaccinated residents of all OECD coun

Phuket, Thailand Opens Doors to Vaccinated Tourists

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced that vaccinated travelers from low-risk countries will be allowed to fly directly to Phuket starting July 1. As of this writing, TAT has not released its list of which countries are considered safe. They're calling the opening the "Phuket Sandbox" program and touting it as attractive because tourists will not be required to quarantine. While a leader

Ireland to Open to Vaccinated Travelers on July 19

According to the Irish government, beginning July 19, Ireland will begin welcoming travelers from within Europe who have the EU Digital COVID Certificate—a digital health pass issued to EU residents who have been vaccinated for COVID-19, tested negative for the virus, or who have recovered from COVID-19. Travelers with the EU Digital COVID Certificate will not be required to quarantine. Travelers from all non-European countries, including the U.K. and the U.S., will also be allowe

Austria COVID-19 Entry Requirements Travelers Need To Know

Austria was one of the most visited countries in the world prior to the pandemic and received over 28 million visitors a year. The country is well known for its beautiful mountains, skiing, castles, palaces, and stunning architecture. Austria has now reopened for tourism once again. Here are all the latest COVID-19 entry requirements for Austria in 2021 and everything you need to know before booking your trip.

Bosnia and Herzegovina Reopening For Tourism Guide

On July 16, 2020 , the government of Bosnia and Herzegovina lifted travel bans on most countries and started officially reopening the nation for tourism. Now as of mid-2021, entry for tourism is easier.

Netherlands: Entry Requirements in 2021 Travelers Need To Know

Netherlands is one of the most visited countries in the world receiving over 17 million annual visitors prior to the pandemic. The country is now looking to revitalize its tourism sector after being decimated by the coronavirus. Below are all the latest COVID-19 entry requirements for the Netherlands in 2021 and everything you need to know before booking your trip.