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The Government Traffic Light System
The Government has announced how international travel can restart this summer through the introduction of a new traffic light system. As part of this there are some essential steps that you need to take returning home from holiday, which will vary by destination. Read below for more information about what this means. This information was last updated at 16:00, 10 May 2021, but please be aware it can change, sometimes at short notice, so make sure to keep checking the https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-confirms-traffic-light-list-ahead-of-cautious-return-to-international-travel for the latest updates. We recommend that you sign up for their email alerts, should anything change.
It’s important to know that this traffic light system only applies to your return journey. You’ll also need to ensure that everyone in your party meets the entry requirements for your destination. Full details of this and what actions are needed for each Traffic Light colour can be found here, https://www.gov.uk/guidance/red-amber-and-green-list-rules-for-entering-england Please bear in mind, these actions could change between booking and travel. Due to Covid-19, this may include steps such as completing and submitting documentation in advance to show at the airport, proof of a negative Covid-19 test and/or complying with any applicable vaccination rules. You’ll need to make sure you meet these requirements so your holiday can go ahead as planned.
It will be your responsibility to check the colour of your destination for the latest travel information by accessing https://www.gov.uk/guidance/red-amber-and-green-list-rules-for-entering-england prior to travel.
The Government have produced a Passenger COVID-19 Charter, which has been designed to provide clear information and guidance on customer rights, responsibilities, and reasonable expectations regarding international travel whilst COVID-19 measures remain in place. A summary of the Charter, and a Checklist for customers are also available accessed at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/passenger-covid-19-charter.
We are committed to providing our customers with quality and stress-free holidays. We continue to follow the relevant Foreign and Commonwealth Office advice for all destinations our customers are travelling to. Should the Foreign and Commonwealth Office change to advise against travel for any of our customers, we will be in contact to discuss your options.
Whether you are currently seeking that perfect getaway, or are looking ahead to your upcoming holiday, you may have some questions about how your holiday may be affected by ongoing world events.
Things to consider are:
- As we are members of ABTA and hold CLIA membership we are kept fully up to date with the latest happenings.
- Travellers are advised to read the FCO travel advice for the country they are travelling to, which includes entry requirements and a link through to the National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC) TravelHealthPro website that provides specific travel health advice for countries.
- Enhanced health screening procedures have been put in place at arrival and departure areas in many countries. Travellers should comply with these processes and take relevant preventative measures to reduce the risk of exposure.
