What You Need to Know If Traveling to These Islands During COVID-19
We are all sick and tired of being home! As most countries are slowly starting to ease up on travel restrictions, you may be tempted to make a trip to one of the islands. Here’s quick post on what you should expect if you are looking to travel to the following islands:
1.) Bahamas
Bahamas opened up its borders to international travel on July 1st. Prior to traveling the island, you need to submit a health visa application that takes up to 72 hours to approve. You also have to submit a covid-19 test with negative results taken within 10 days prior to departure. The most important note is a 14-day quarantine required upon arrival. While you are on the island, you are required to wear a mask at ALL times where they are required or face $200 fine or one-month imprisonment. There’s also a curfew between 10pm and 5am. For more information, visit the consulate here.
2.) Mexico
Traveling to Mexico is a bit tricky at the moment. While land crossings between the US and Mexico remain closed until August, you can still travel there by plane. However, many states are only allowing essential workers or operating at reduced capacity. Some local authorities also have their own restrictions that they are imposing, so you have to do your due diligence. Tourists may also be subject to temperature checks and other health screenings. You can get more information from the US Embassy and Consulates in Mexico.
3.) Puerto Rico
If you are looking to travel to Puerto Rico, you need to show proof of a negative covid-19 test 72 hours prior to arrival. If the results are pending or positive, you have to quarantine for 14 days. Here are a few things you should know and consider if it’s even worth traveling to Puerto Rico: public beaches and natural reserves are only open to those doing solo sport or exercise training from 5:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m, hotel pool facilities are currently closed, attractions and tours, across the Island, are closed, and museums remain open at a 50% capacity. For more and current information, visit Discover Puerto Rico.
4.) Jamaica
Jamaica is only requiring non-business travelers 12 years of age and over, from Arizona, Florida, New York and Texas show proof of a negative covid-19 test within 10 days of travel. However, all visitors need to apply for travel authorization to visit the island. Visit their official website here for more information,
5.) Turks and Caicos
The island of Turks and Caicos re-opened its borders on July 22. If you are looking to visit the island, you need to provide results of a negative covid-19 test performed within 5 days of departure. Visitors are also required to have insurance that would cover any covid-19 related medical costs, and air ambulance or medevac. Check out the tourism site for more information here.
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