Exploring 2020 and beyond- It's Still Possible
**** UPDATE****
On January 12, the US instituted new rules that required ALL INTERNATIONAL TRAVELERS coming into the US to have a negative COVID test within 72 hours of their return trip.
This also includes US Citizens and will take effect on January 26, 2021. Read the full CDC details here
Download our updated list of resorts that offer onsite COVID antigen testing. As always check with your hotel for up to date detailed information.
2020 isn’t over yet so there’s still time to explore destinations near and far! We are just an email away when it comes to planning your next trip. In order to make it easy in choosing your options, here’s a list that will be periodically updated with destinations and travel requirements. As always remember to check entry rules with the airline, tourism boards and your travel agent.
If you’re flying remember masks are required on many airlines and they’re making no bones about how serious they are with this requirement. Check out Delta’s stance on the matter in this article.
Europe:
Much of the European Union is still off-limits to US Travelers, however, there are some exceptions.
Croatia: While initally opened to US travelers as of January 2021, travel has been temporarily suspened. See here for more details
Ukraine: While the Green Zone list and Red Zone list is updated every 24 hours it’s best to get the negative Covid test for your travel
Turkey: Yes Turkey is open to US travelers, negative PCR test is required. Find the entry requirements here and don’t forget to get your e-visa.
USA Mainland and Territories:
Mainland: Most places in the US are open and have COVID-19 measures in place but do check to see if your hotel of choice is open before your next trip. If you’re looking for more social distancing try visiting the National Parks, there’s so much to see and do in wide-open spaces although keep in mind many are still closed out west.
Hawai’i: As of October 15, 2020 the quarantine rules for Hawaii change. You’ll need a negative Covid test if you want to avoid quarantine. Keep in mind some counties require a second test upon arrival. More information on pre testing can be found here.
Puerto Rico: Puerto Rico will open for tourism on July 15 and will require a negative Covid-19 test 72 hours before travel.
***Note that Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, Guam and Samoa are excluded from the negative covid test to enter the US, that went into effect on Janauary 26, 2021***
Caribbean:
Aruba: As of November 2020, travelers from all US states are allowed to travel to Aruba. You may opt to take a PCR test upon arrival or provide a negative Covid test before arrival. If you’re flying Jetblue to Aruba you can also purchase their at-home testing kit.
Bahamas: Updated their travel rules for Fully Vaccinated travelers on May 1. Unvaccinated travelers still need a negative PCR test taken no more than 5 days before arrival
Barbados: The island has opened for international travelers. As of February 3, 2021 new Covid protocols were issued. You must have a negative PCR test before arriving to country, quarantine upon arrival and have a second test administered within 5 days of arrival. Get more up to date information on the Visit Barbados website
Read: Remote Workers Could Live in Barbados for a Year With This New Visitor Incentive
Bermuda: Open to travelers with a negative PCR Covid test, must also apply for Bermuda Travel Authorization which coss $75 per person and covers Covid testing in Bermuda.
Want to stay a little bit longer in Bermuda this year? They are now introducing their One Year Resident Visa for Digital Nomads
Curacao: After only opening up to travelers from New York and Florida, the country now opens its door to all US travelers with proof of a negative Covid test.
Dominican Republic: As of September 15 the country will eliminate negative Covid-19 tests and offer free insurance and complete a Travel Affidavit Form as well to enter the country.
Jamaica: Travelers from the USA are required to have uploaded a negative Covid 19 test taken within 10 days of travel to Jamaica
Mexico:
Mexico: Open to US Travelers for nonessential travel via Air travel. Travel by land is still closed to US travelers. Don’t forget to check out our blog post on how we traveled to Mexico during the pandemic.
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South & Central America:
Belize: The country is now open for incoming international travel. Negative COVID testing needs to be uploaded 72 hours before travel. Tourists can only stay at Gold Standard accommodations that meet the legal test for cleanliness.
Costa Rica: As of November 1 2020 will allow travelers from all US states to travel without a negative Covid test. You will need to carry the proper travelers’ insurance, either purchased from the US or in Costa Rica.
Colombia: Travelers to Colombia will need to have a negative Covid testing 96 hours before your flight.
Panama: Travelers are required to have a negative covid test within 48 hours of travel
Africa:
Egypt: Egypt allows travelers to visit with a negative PCR Covid test
Tanzania: Open for travel. Travelers are to fill out a Health Surveillance Form aboard the plane before arriving in the country.
Asia:
Cambodia: Cambodia requires a $3,000 deposit for entry in case you test positive for Corona and need to be quarantined.
Maldives: As of December 2020, travel to the Maldives does require a negative PCR Covid testing taken 96 hours prior to departure to the Maldives
Tahiti: Tahiti will welcome international guests on July 15 and have required COVID testing before arrival. Additionally, once you arrive you will need to retest four days later to ensure that you are still negative
Need help figuring out your next trip? Email us so we can help you make sense of it all and get you to your next destination.
Page originally published on July 10, 2020
Last updated May 6, 2021