It’s been about five months that we have been living in this new state of “normal” here in the US. If you are anything like us at B!tches Be Tripping, you are dreaming of the next time you get to travel internationally. We have all tried to make the best of this summer; in terms of traveling, we have discovered the simplicity of a staycation, taken a road trip when we are clearly air travelers, and most importantly, stayed optimistic in planning future trips.
However, if you are brave enough and that itch to get out of the country is eating away at you, you are probably wondering, “Where in the world can I actually travel to?” With so many travel restrictions, it can be hard to figure out where you can go and make the most out of your trip while staying safe. Luckily, many countries in the Caribbean have lifted those restrictions, and Americans are being welcomed!
Here are some islands that are welcoming American travelers back:
- Anguilla
- This COVID-free island is allowing tourists back. However, you will have to submit an application with your travel dates, as well as a negative COVID test within three to five days before arrival, and prove your heath insurance will cover any medical expenses related to the virus. Once you arrive on island, you will be tested, and then again if you stay longer than 10 days. Anguilla is also not allowing any car rentals unless you are staying for longer than 10 days.
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Visitors to this Caribbean island must take a COVID test 48 hours prior to arrival and present documentation. You must also pack your mask, as there is an island-wide mask mandate in all public places.
- Aruba
- Aruba travelers must take a COVID test 72 hours before their flight and upload the test to the Tourism Authority 12 hours before departing.
- Barbados
- Visitors are encouraged to take a COVID test 72 hours before departure and present a negative test at the airport. For those wishing to take the test upon arrival, you must quarantine until the results are ready. If you are looking for a more permanent change of scenery, Barbados is welcoming visitors to move to the island for a year for the “ultimate work from home experience.”
- Bermuda
- Travelers will be required to take a COVID test upon arrival and quarantine until results are ready (between six and eight hours). Visitors will get twice daily temperature checks and be tested every few days. The island has reopened all restaurants and beaches with physical distancing in mind.
- Dominican Republic
- You must show a negative test result taken within five days pre-arrival or take one at the airport. Masks will be required around the island, so be sure to pack a few.
- Jamaica
- You will be required to have a COVID test upon arrival, and you will only be allowed to visit approved places under their “Stay in Zone” measure.
- Saint Lucia
- To enter the island, you will need a negative COVID test within seven days of your arrival. The country has also implemented tons of new safety measures and certificates that hotels are required to obtain before opening.
- Turks and Caicos
- The Minister of Tourism is requiring all visitors to have a negative COVID test within five days of travel, have health insurance to cover any COVID-related illness, and complete a heath questionnaire before visiting the island. The cruise center on Grand Turk will remain closed until August 31.
