Mexico’s most popular tourist destination, Cancun, will experience a rush of 3 million tourists for Easter this year, selling out all of the hotels in the city. Quintana Roo projects hotel occupancy above 85% for Easter with a risk of being completely booked by the time of the holiday. The influx of tourists is expected…
10 Cities Worldwide That Tourists Can Visit Mask-Free
Ready to get back out there? Entry requirements and mask mandates are dropping in many parts of the world and tourists are being welcomed back as we go forward in 2022. These destinations have eliminated their entry restrictions for travelers, including mask mandates. If you’re looking to plan a spring or summer getaway, find out…
Machu Picchu Finally Reopens To ALL Tourists Without Restrictions
Machu Picchu is now finally open once more to all tourists – without any Covid-19 restrictions in place. The Peruvian UNESCO World Heritage Site – named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007 – had previously had a series of strict Covid-19 regulations that travelers had to adhere to in order…
New Zealand Reopens To American Tourists Starting May 1
After two years of having completely sealing itself off due to the Covid pandemic, New Zealand will be finally reopening its borders this year, and even sooner than initially expected. According to Jacinda Ardern, the country’s Prime Minister herself, Americans and other visa-exempt nationals will be able to visit again from May 1. New Zealand’s…
Tulum Authorities Vow To Combat Corrupt Police Extorting Tourists
Following the circulation of a video where Tulum police officers appear to be extorting tourists, local authorities in the popular Riviera Maya destination have been quick to respond, assuring measures will be taken to fight corruption and protect visitors from abuse. Although Mexico is a relatively safe destination, and currently one of the most visited…
Portugal Removes All Testing For Vaccinated Tourists
Portugal has become the latest European nation to scrap testing requirements for fully vaccinated tourists. Portugal’s decision to remove testing for vaccinated travelers is in line with the European Union’s recommendation to scrap testing for vaccinated travelers, which came into effect this week. The EU promises: “The EU promises: “A coordinated approach to facilitate safe…
U.S. Issues Warning For Tourists Regarding Los Cabos Hospital
Earlier this week, the U.S. consulate in Tijuana issued a “health alert” warning for citizens to avoid visiting St. Luke’s Hospital in Cabo San Lucas. The warning comes after a series of complaints over a number of years from U.S. citizens. Treatment such as overcharging, harassment, corruption and withholding IDs have been cited by patients.…
Hawaii Will Require Tourists To Have A Booster For Entry
Updates to Hawaii’s entry requirements will mean that arrivals will need a Covid booster to be considered fully vaccinated and skip the quarantine requirements for entry. It’s been a year since the Covid vaccine roll out, and governments are grappling with what the term ‘fully vaccinated’ truly means. Hawaii Governor David Ige announced earlier this…
Tourists Face Mass Flight Cancelations In Cancun And Other Mexico Hotspots
In a new chapter of the ongoing Omicron saga, Mexico is the latest country to be hit with a wave of mass flight cancelations as more crew calls in sick, threatening the vacation plans of millions flying into popular tourism hotspots across the Mayan heartland. Mirroring a trend first witnessed in the United States during…
Bali Reopens For Tourists From 19 Countries
Bali, the wildly popular island in Indonesia, has confirmed that, as of yesterday, it has reopened to foreign tourists from 19 countries around the world. An island synonymous with rich, cultural experiences and jaw-dropping vistas, Bali has long since been a haven for backpackers and a must-visit destination for travelers making their way through Southeast…
