Opening Vistas to Travel
Many countries have opened their borders for travellers as Covid-19 cases see a decline.
It's been more than a year since we are grappling with the pandemic. While it has halted most of our travel plans and we seek a vaccine rollout to feel safe to travel, till then there is some good news pouring in. Some countries which are top-notch tourist destinations for their ethereal beauty and world-class lounging are opening for travellers as Covid-19 restrictions have eased there. From the luxe workstations made for digital nomads in the Maldives to the alluring historical places of Thailand, those who can afford to travel for work can look out for these options.
However, a negative RT-PCR report is mandatory for all locations mentioned below. Besides that, there are added instructions related to staying that one has to take care of while travelling.
Croatia
Those who have been fans of HBO drama ‘Game of Thrones' might be aware that many of the historical columns, temples and walls exuding the Roman era charm of Croatia have been picked as locations for filming the highly popular series. Besides that, the South East European country of Croatia is famous for its Zlatni rat branches that changes its shape and colour depending on the wind and has surreal natural parks. So if you are planning to head there then you need a negative RT-PCR report which should not be more than 48 hours old from travel. You need to take 14 days of mandatory quarantine once you reach Croatia. However, there are many other requirements pertaining to vaccination certificate and antigen testing before you visit. Head to mup.gov.hr to know more.
Maldives
Many celebrities have irked Indians in the past months when they head to the Maldives amid the mayhem caused by the virus. However, as cases are dropping and the South Asian country, Maldives, has opened its borders to travel and stay here. So if you wish to immerse in the turquoise waters and lounge in luxe stays then be aware that you need to avail of a negative RT-PCR test under 96 hours of arrival in the Maldives and also maintain 14 days of mandatory quarantine on reaching. Head tourism.gov.mv to know more.
Thailand
This South Asian country is famous for its beaches, national parks, old cities, monasteries, Islands and metropolitan culture. If you are planning to visit Thailand, you need a negative RT-PCR test that is not older than 72 hours from arrival. One also need to abide by 10-14 days of quarantine. To know more about further details head to thaiembdc.org.
Besides these, Egypt, Turkey, Tunisia, Greece, Italy, United Kingdom, Brazil and many other countries have opened their borders to travel with restrictions in place.
From the July 2021 issue of FHM India.
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