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Without limitations for tourists from Austria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, plus Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and Vatican City. Tourists from Belgium, Portugal Travellers from Sweden, as well as the United Kingdom, are subject to 14 days of quarantine.

Sri Lanka prepares to receive visitors this summer 2020 with these new rules

When can we travel to Sri Lanka?

The Sri Lankan government announced that it is preparing to reopen its borders and welcome travellers with appropriate safety measures and precautions.

Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RMA) and Mattala Rajapaksa Hambantota Airport (MRIA) will be operational from 1 August.

Sri Lanka is ready to reopen its borders on 1 August, welcoming all nationalities and all types of travellers, subject to some conditions.

Updated on 15 June 2020

We will try to keep our information as up-to-date as possible so that it can serve as a guide to countries to which it is possible to travel.

“I think we will return to a fully functioning Schengen area and freedom of movement for citizens by the end of June, if the health situation permits,” said Home Affairs Commissioner Ylva Johansson after Friday’s videoconference with the Member States (05/06).

After virtually closing for three months because of the coronavirus pandemic, most EU countries have committed to opening their borders and easing related travel restrictions in mid-June. Spain, however, announced that its borders would only open from July.

Although it is not yet possible to set exact dates to start the travel abroad; we are keeping track of developments around the world

When can we travel abroad?

There are reasons to be optimistic. Canada may begin reopening its borders to tourist travel on 1 July

Asked whether Canada will lift its COVID-19 travel restrictions on 1 July 2020, the answer for now is “no one knows”. However, given the federal government’s recent actions and the apparent decline in Canada’s pandemic curve, an opening may be possible on 1 July. The Canadian government will lift restrictions when it believes it is safe to do so.

Albania is moving towards full reopening as of next Monday, 1 June. The new rules that will enter into force will allow tourists to visit as the 14-day quarantine requirement is removed.

Albania opens borders as the country moves towards full reopening.

Albania will reopen day-care centres and kindergartens and will start its tourist season on June 1, said Tuesday (26/05) the minister of health. The local press in Albania issued new rules to be adopted this week.

Is Slovakia a safe destination?

Slovakia is another European Union country that has suffered relatively little from coronavirus. The authorities' swift action as the pandemic spread in other European countries effectively contained its spread. With hygiene and social distancing measures similar to any European Union country, Slovakia has moved forward and is already preparing to welcome travellers.

Cambodia, a safe destination

The proximity of the countries of South-East Asia to the first epicentre of the pandemic in China led to the early adoption of measures and the closure of borders of all neighbouring countries. For Cambodia confirmed cases of coronavirus are rare, and daily life in the country is currently completely normal.

The Cambodian authorities maintain some health measures and recommendations, which do not affect the smooth running of our trips in the country.

On 25 May, the Prime Minister of Montenegro, Dusko Markovic, stated that there had been no new coronavirus cases in the country for 20 days. To underline the point, he removed his protective mask before the press conference.

Montenegro opens its borders to tourists from countries with low levels of coronavirus infection.

The Prime Minister of Montenegro said on Monday (25/05) that the borders open from 1 June for citizens of countries that meet the entry criteria of the Montenegrin health authorities: have at present up to 25 patients with covid-19 per 100,000 people.

The pandemic situation in Slovenia is under control and we are following it closely. We can change the itinerary at the last minute if necessary.

On 14 May, just over two months after recording its first case Covid-19, Slovenia declared that the pandemic was under control within its territory. According to the government, this means that the borders will be reopened, non-essential services will be resumed and citizens will be able to leave social isolation.

Slovenia currently has the best clinical situation in Europe, allowing us to bring the pandemic to an end,” said Slovenian Prime Minister Janez Jansa.

With the desire to travel in summer, Slovenia is the perfect country for a holiday without crowds and in nature. In addition, the epidemic has long been under control, with no new cases of Covid-19 for weeks, so Slovenia is Europe’s first ‘Coronafree’ country. As a result, everyday life, shops, hotels and restaurants have already returned to normal, while complying with hygiene regulations.

An active cultural journey through the three Baltic countries, discovering their cultural heritage and capitals and exploring their main national parks. Travelling from south to north, we will discover ruined medieval fortresses hidden in dense forests, walk through the dunes of the Curonian Spit and visit a former secret Soviet military base. We will explore national parks and their ecosystems on trails equipped with wooden boardwalks and observation towers.

While the debate on tourist travel across Europe continues, the local press reports that Estonia will open its borders to Finns and citizens of other Schengen countries from Next Monday, June 1st.

‘From Monday (02/06), Finns may enter Estonia without restriction. They are allowed to travel to Estonia for any reason and will not be quarantined," Foreign Minister Urmas Reinsalu said, adding that citizens of countries that still have a high level of infections will be required to go into quarantine for the time being before entering Estonia.

The pressure to allow tourists to return to Estonia has gradually increased in recent weeks as local media have published a series of reports on the devastating impact that the lack of tourists is having on the hotel industry.

Locosporviajar.org, a solidarity initiative launched by 22 travel agencies that sell their own medium- and long-haul trips.

We have come together to give a voice to the problems caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, which threatens our economic survival, and to build a community with those travellers who are eagerly awaiting the reopening of borders so they can choose a destination and travel again.

The pandemic situation is under control and we are following it closely. We can change the itinerary at the last minute if necessary, and the health situation demands it.

Croatia has begun easing the social distancing measures introduced to limit the spread of COVID-19. The cautious reopening of borders is aimed at facilitating economic activity, investment and reviving the tourism industry which is an important source of income for the country.

Italy's tourism industry can breathe again this week. Italy is stepping up efforts to restore the normality lost in early March, when it imposed a nationwide lockdown. This week, the Council of Ministers decided that regions whose data show the situation is under control may allow people to enter and leave from other European countries from 3 June. The decree stresses that travel from abroad will be limited only by measures imposed by other countries and “with compliance with restrictions arising from the regulation of the European Union and international obligations”.

As of June 3, the Italian government will reopen its borders to European Union travellers, cancelling the 14-day mandatory quarantine for foreign visitors.

After a wave of infections, South Korea was able to significantly reduce the number of new cases of Covid-19, while maintaining a relatively low mortality rate. The country has attracted attention for a strategy combining public information, community participation and a mass testing campaign.

South Korea carried out more tests than any other country, allowing it to tackle outbreaks very early

In the same spirit of public participation, everyone arriving in South Korea, regardless of where they come from, will be subject to “special procedures” (quarantine).

The government of Iceland announced that it reopens the country to international tourism. This is the first country to officially announce that it is opening its borders to travellers. The reason is simple; today there are only 15 active cases, they have been without new cases for several days, and they have proven to be able to handle this crisis with excellent results.

What better way to remember moments from a trip than through the photos and videos we take?

We've been confined to our homes for weeks because of Covid19. Weeks in which, who more than anyone else, has dreamed of being able to travel again. And in recent weeks, we have learnt that something as simple as getting into the car for a weekend away, boarding a plane to explore another country, or heading off on a photographic safari is a luxury suddenly beyond our reach.

For wildlife lovers staying at home, today we suggest you go on safari. It won't be necessary to book, not even fly anywhere; Live safari lets you enjoy nature and a ranger's explanations in English without leaving your sofa. During this Live safari, we will explore the African savannah by car, on foot, with a drone and by balloon, always looking for the best scenes. A free safari Courtesy of WildEarth, thank you!

Timetable Live safari: Every day, from 6 to 9 (sunrise safari) and from 15:30 to 16:30 (sunset safari). Tune in at these times to join the safari!

Travelling means learning, discovering, sharing and, of course, laughing. Travellers have all kinds of experiences every day. Some are curious and funny; others are frustrating, and only with time do they become anecdotes we can laugh about. Little has been written about these experiences… until the arrival of the travel memes!

To remember the funny things that happen on our travels and have a laugh, we have put together a selection of the best travel memes. I'm sure you can identify with more than one, and maybe it'll inspire you to prepare your next trip. Here we go!

Founded in 2015: Open Arms, an NGO with the mission to monitor the sea, to protect and rescue people who try to get to Europe fleeing war, persecution or poverty. From the outset, we have found the organisation’s work essential and deeply moving; its mission has nothing to do with politics. People are drowning at sea and must be rescued. No one can argue with that.

We are happy to announce that Viajes Tuareg is already a member of Barcelona + Sustainable (B+S). B+S is a Barcelona City Council initiative bringing together organisations, businesses and educational centres committed to sustainability, with the aim of build a city that shows greater respect for people and the environment.