So, you’ve decided to take a trip to Zanzibar, situated off the coast of Tanzania. Zanzibar is an archipelago of multiple islands, the biggest two being Pemba and Unguja. We think it’s a beautiful paradise that could compete with many international destinations, yet is a bit more affordable due to its location in East Africa.…
Ireland Becomes The 8th Country To Remove All Entry Requirements
Ireland Scraps All Travel Restrictions Ireland is joining a growing list of countries today by removing all entry requirements for travelers. The primary goal of the Irish government is to make travel easier for Ukrainian citizens fleeing the current crisis in Ukraine, but the sudden removal of entry rules benefits travelers from all over the…
U.S. Issues Special New Health Alert For Mexico
The United States has issued a new special health alert for travel to Mexico for Spring Break. The Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) has listed various precautions for all American tourists this year. OSAC says: “Each year, thousands of U.S. citizens visit Mexico during spring break. While the vast majority travel safely, visitors should consider…
Ontario Removes Vaccine Passport And Will End Mask Mandate
Canada has been easing COVID restrictions during the past few days, making it easier for vaccinated travelers to visit As of March 1, Ontario’s COVID-19 vaccine passport requirement has been lifted, and people no longer need to show proof of vaccination before entering indoor establishments. The capacity limit for bars, restaurants, and other establishments has…
Bali Reopens Visa On Arrival For 23 Countries And Removes Quarantine From March 7th
The Government of Bali has unexpectedly announced that the popular destination will be revoking quarantine rules and reinstating its visa on arrival program for travelers from 23 countries. Included in this list of countries are the United States, United Kingdom, Canada and Australia among others. This is HUGE news as Bali may again be able…
I’ve got a 24-hour stopover in Singapore, what is there to do?
I’ve got a long stopover in Singapore and am wondering what can I visit in just 24 hours? Singapore, located just off southern Malaysia, is dinky enough to explore in a day. To give you some perspective, London is twice as big and Hong Kong almost a third bigger. So anyone with a longish stopover…
Southeast Asia Travel Bubble To Launch This Month
A new travel bubble that will facilitate easier travel between three of Southeast Asia’s most popular destinations for backpackers is set to launch later this month. The Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL), which is set to be similar in nature to those that have previously been in effect between Singapore and several other nations, could go…
These 4 Countries In Asia Are Currently Open For U.S. Travelers
Although the world is reopening, Asia has been slow to reopen its borders And, unfortunately, when Asia has reopened their borders, the COVID-19 restrictions have been challenging (to say the least.) However, Asia is finally reopening its borders—after two painstaking years—with reasonable entry requirements. Some Asian nations remain closed to the world, such as Taiwan, China,…
Restrictions At Popular Spring Break Destinations That Travelers Need To Know
Spring Break is almost upon us, and travelers are set to be able to enjoy the holiday’s revelry and associated festivities with far fewer restrictions than we’ve previously seen so far throughout the pandemic. Millions of Americans are expected to take to the roads and skies for Spring Break this year, heading to typical hotspots…
10 Off The Beaten Path Countries That Do Not Require Testing
Besides the usual bureaucracy involved with traveling abroad, such as checking passport validity and visa requirements, vacationing during Covid comes with its own set of challenges. From strict testing regimes to proof of vaccination status, travelers have had to comply with extremely complex rules when visiting other countries. Fortunately, now that the global community is…