Nowhere on the planet offers the same combination of surfing, spirituality
and sun-kissed sybaritic pleasure as Bali. On the Island of the Gods,
fresh ideas arrive like waves, creating a glorious cocktail of cultures
and influences. A stay here might mean tropical brutalism of The Slow in
Canggu or mod-Balinese bamboo pods at Ubud’s Bambu Indah. It might mean
kicking back with Canggu’s clean-living nomads, Seminyak’s style-conscious
surfers, or Ubud’s smart crowd, who eat at Noma-ish Locavore and roll
their eyes at the mention of Eat, Pray, Love. Either way, everyone and
everything is welcome.
Bali is now open to all international tourists and removed its quarantine
requirement since March 21, 2022.
*Pro-tip: A negative PCR Test taken 72 hours prior to departure is
required.
Sipping Chianti in rustic Tuscany. Eating pizza on a Rome backstreet. Or
exploring ancient history at Pompeii. Italy has a way of capturing the
heart of travelers unlike anywhere else on Earth. Perhaps it's the
landscapes, from the towering Alps and Dolomites to the glamor and
grandeur of the Amalfi Coast. Maybe it's the cuisine, whether it's seafood
in Sicily or pasta e patate in Naples. Or is it the atmosphere, of crazed
city streets and sleepy villages, where life seems to be lived with true
passion? The simple fact is, it's impossible not to romanticize Italy.
With cities as beautiful as Venice and Florence and a proudly worn
classical history, it's hardly surprising it retains such an allure. Italy
remains one of the top destinations, especially for summer travel.
As of June 2, 2022, Italy has dropped all Covid-10 entry regulations:
eliminating proof of vaccination for entry and any testing, as well as
quarantine requirements.
Pro-Tip: FFP2/KN95 masks are mandatory on all trains, ships and local public
transportation (buses and metros)
Greece offers sunshine, whitewashed houses with bright-blue shutters,
delicious food, and a relaxed lifestyle. And, as the cradle of Western
civilization, it has some of the world's greatest ancient monuments. While
it's a late bloomer in the modern age and retains echoes of a simpler,
time-passed world, contemporary Greece has one of Europe's
fastest-changing cultural landscapes. With its classical past, hang-loose
present, and edgy future, Greece offers something for every traveler.
As of May 1, 2022, travelers entering Greece are no longer required to
display a certificate of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19, or
evidence of a negative test result from SARS-CoV-2 infection.
Pro-Tip: Face masks are no longer required in most indoor spaces in
Greece, including restaurants, schools, museums, and most businesses.
Masks are not required on planes or intercity public transport, where the
seats of the passengers are numbered. Masks are still required in
healthcare facilities, pharmacies, and nursing homes. Masks are also
required on taxis and urban public transport (metro, electric railway,
buses, trolleybuses, trams), as well as ferries.
Perhaps one of the more underrated cities to visit in Europe, Budapest is
more than just the political capital of Hungary – it's also the commercial
and cultural nexus. From its multifaceted restaurant scene to its rich
Jewish heritage, culture extends from nearly every inch of the Pearl of
Danube. Split by the Danube River and composed of three main regions –
Pest, Buda and Óbuda – Budapest meshes modern conveniences with ancient
architecture and grassy parks. In a city that dates back to the Old Stone
Age, visiting history buffs can take their pick between Roman, neo-Gothic,
Renaissance and Ottoman architecture at sites like Buda Castle and
Fisherman's Bastion. Whether you're searching for cuisine, shopping or
museums, a multitude of all await you in Budapest.
As of March 7, 2022, Hungary no longer has any COVID-related travel
restrictions. A negative PCR is NOT required for entry.
Perhaps more commonly associated with white wintry landscapes and Northern
Lights, Finland offers a uniquely exciting experience in the summer
months. Finland’s short but sparkling sunny season sees the country burst
into life. Finns seem to want to suck every last golden drop out of the
summer in the hope that it will sustain them through the long, dark winter
months, and there’s an explosion of good cheer and optimism. With
surprisingly high temperatures for these latitudes, summer is a time for
music festivals, art exhibitions, lake cruises, midnight sunshine on
convivial beer terraces, idyllic days at remote waterside cottages and
bountiful market produce.
Travelers arriving in Finland are no longer required to hold vaccination
or COVID-19 test certificates, and COVID-19 tests are not carried out at
border crossing points.