Hungary has phased out almost all Covid-19-related restrictions. In relation to tourism, this means a return to pre-pandemic entry rules, as well unrestricted access to and use of accommodation and attractions. There is also now no mandatory use of masks. Travellers can enter Hungary without the need for any vaccination or immunity certificate or any…
U.S. Issues New Travel Advisories For 14 Countries
The US Department of State has handed out a further 14 new travel advisory updates. The new updates, which were published yesterday on the State Department’s website, provide travelers with accurate and up to date information about the risks they might encounter when traveling to a specific location. Whilst many of the most recent updates…
Confidence slowly returning to UK travel sector
As the Covid-19 travel requirements come to an end, new research from ABTA reveals how people are planning to capitalise on their new-found freedoms. The findings show 57 per cent of people have a holiday abroad booked for the next 12 months, up from 44 per cent in October. Spain, France, Italy, Greece and Turkey…
Have suitcase, will travel: New research from Travelport highlights excitement to travel in 2022
Travelport has revealed a new survey that highlighted excitement to travel in 2022. In a study commissioned by Travelport and conducted by Toluna Research, thousands of respondents from seven different countries said they’d even be willing to give up some of their favourite things for six months or longer in order to travel. 71% of respondents…
Will The New Covid Variant BA.2 Cause A Resurgence In Travel Restrictions?
A new COVID variant called BA.2 is making its way through Europe and North America, causing some to fear that travel restrictions could return. Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows BA.2, which is a subvariant of omicron, has been tripling in prevalence every two weeks. As of last week, BA.2 makes…
U.S. State Department Issues Travel Advisory Updates For 23 Countries
The US Department of State has issued several new travel advisory warnings to a range of countries, with the Caribbean in particular set to be affected by the latest updates. Of the 23 travel advisory updates to be issued just yesterday, ten of them were handed out to countries located in the Caribbean – with…
IATA Calls For An End To All Remaining Travel Restrictions In Europe
Following the waning of Omicron infections across Europe, which influenced a number of countries to finally loosen strict travel rules, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has joined the Airports Council International (ACI) in further pressuring the continent to lift all remaining restrictions ahead of the busy summer season. Although some European nations, such as…
Why Tirana, Albania Should Be On Your Travel Wishlist
When booking summer vacations in Europe, many Americans look to Italy, France, Greece, Spain, and even Croatia. These countries have been mainstream and popular tourist destinations for decades now and while they are all beautiful and worth it destinations, this summer might be a good time to try somewhere off the beaten path and visit…
U.S. State Department Lowers Travel Advisory For Mexico
The U.S. State Department has announced that it is lowering the travel advisory for Mexico. Mexico was on the State Department’s level 4 “Do Not Travel” list until yesterday when it was lowered to level 3 “Reconsider Travel”. The change comes as Americans are getting ready for spring break, starting as early as this weekend…
U.S. Issues Travel Advisory Updates For 23 Countries
The US Department of State has issued several new travel advisory updates, with some of the most popular travel destinations around the world such as Thailand on the receiving end of Level 4 Do Not Travel warnings. The updates, which were published on the State Department’s website just yesterday, saw a range of countries issued…