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JoinMyTrip has you covered! On this week’s travel news, the first-ever person is vaccinated against Corona with the Pfizer/BioNtech jab in the UK. Margaret Keenen, 91.

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4. December 2020

As of December 10th, Iceland will allow travelers who already suffered from corona and have now developed antibodies to enter without a negative COVID-19 test and without having to quarantine.

 7. December 2020

The government of England adopted a new rule where business travelers don’t need to quarantine any more. Included are leaders of foreign multinational firms visiting English branches, bosses at firms planning to invest as well as returning executives.

8. December 2020

The first-ever person is vaccinated against Corona with the Pfizer/BioNtech jab in the UK. Margaret Keenen, 91, received the jab and said it was ‘’the best early birthday present’’. 

First person to be vaccinated in the UK with a view of London Big Ben.
The first-ever person is vaccinated against Corona.

8. December 2020

Sri Lanka is currently discussing opening its borders in 2021. However, the entry conditions are going to be rather complicated.

8. December 2020

Greece extends the existing lockdown until 07.01. Restaurants, bars, and clubs stay closed, the curfew stays in place.

10. December 2020

Atlantis, The Palm in Dubai has been confirmed to earn the highly recognized Sharecare Verified health security certification. It is one of only 30 hotels across the globe and meets more than 360 global health security standards.

10. December 2020

From Thursday on, a negative antigen test is enough for entry to the Canary Islands. The Canary Islands prevail in the dispute with the Spanish government, which currently only allows PCR tests. The Canary Islands impose a curfew over the holidays. This applies from 23.12.-10.01. between 1 am and 6 am. Restaurants and bars close as usual at 11 pm. In Tenerife, this curfew has been in place since Saturday.

A view of the Canary Islands volcano.
A negative antigen test is enough for entry to the Canary Islands.

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