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All Vaxxed Up & Nowhere to Go? When Can We Travel to South-East Asia Again?
Didn’t they say once we are vaccinated we would be able to live normal lives again? Didn’t they say we would be able to travel again? With most countries racing to vaccinate as many people as possible, where are we with this promise? So far, the entry and quarantine regulations for most countries are often murky, expensive and for most travellers simply not realistic. South-East Asia is economically highly dependent on tourism. With 18 months of nearly no income, most countries in the region need to reopen their international borders as soon as possible. The question is now, what is the roadmap to open countries as quickly yet as safely…
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Launching Thailand’s Sandbox – Get To Know Phuket’s Awesome Hidden Gems!
Sawadee Ka and Welcome Back, Thailand! Since the 1st of July 2021, Thailand has officially opened Phuket to international travellers again! It’s exciting news and a glimmer of hope on the horizon of international travel and tourism. If you are getting itchy feet, a Thailand holiday might now be on the cards! But how does Phuket’s so-called sandbox scheme work? Is it really a viable option for the average tourist to enter Phuket? Let’s have a closer look at the sandbox and what Phuket has to offer – no matter if you travel now or a little later! What is the Phuket Sandbox? The slow introduction of tourism to Thailand…
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Zanzibar – Blissful Getaway to the Island! But Can You Escape COVID-19?
Zanzibar is one of the few places in the world that is currently open for travel! With everyone being fatigued with lockdowns and restrictions, the question beckons – is it ok to travel? Can we really escape COVID in Zanzibar? We travelled to Zanzibar in March 2021 and got an idea of what is happening on the island. We also got a quick reminder of what life feels like living without Corona! It’s pretty sweet, I can tell you that much! But the question that plagues everyone these days is – should we travel to places like this, just because we can? Let’s look at the pros and cons of…
