There are a number of places in Europe where sun lovers for a European getaway can start visiting as soon as the end of this month.
These are islands that have safely overcome the Covid-19 crisis.
At the same time as the pilot phase of the ‘vaccination passport’ (European virtual green certificate), an official EU ‘green list’ of holiday places considered ‘the safest in Europe’ is being prepared, including a short list of countries, which is due to the early start.
The certificate, which will be issued through the US, will be issued through the US. But it’s not the first time And it is proposed as a pandemic transitional measure lasting 12 months, it will allow EU travellers to have evidence of vaccination, a recent negative PCR test or evidence of accumulated immunity to infection with the virus.
For those who need to escape and start traveling, the European Best Destinations Organisation (EBD) has prepared a list of the “safest islands in Europe for a paradise holiday that combines protection and recreation this summer. “
The selection is based, inter alia, on the low number of Cases of Covid-19 pandemic and on the time of publication of this classification, the lifestyles of the fitness charts launched through local government and the popularity of vaccination certificates.
Selected islands require quarantine for travelers who dial negative or have been vaccinated.
The most sensitive Portuguese islands of Madeira, followed by the Greek, Croatian and Spanish islands.
“We remain cautious and strongly recommend that other fragile people wait until they have won two doses of the vaccine,” EBD warns.
More about the vaccination passport here. “
The EU website, reopen. europa. eu, provides real-time regulations for each EU country.
By the end of May, all tourism professionals in Madeira will have been vaccinated and will be willing to welcome visitors in the most productive situations for a holiday on the island that has been awarded the name “most beautiful island in the world”.
With a negative PCR earned within the last 72 hours, or a vaccination certificate, visitors can register on www. madeirasafetodiscover. com.
The Madeira government provides loose Covid-19 evidence to all visitors that can be used to enter or before leaving the island (for countries that wish).
Selected as the safest island in Europe, Madeira remained in the green zone of the pandemic with an incredibly high vaccination rate and the progression of cutting-edge fitness protocols that encouraged other destinations.
Madeira’s regional government does not quarantine travellers with a negative Covid-19 test, vaccination certificate or who have recovered from Covid-19 in the last 90 days.
Many beach activities, hiking, surfing or paddleboarding do not require masks. Hotels labeled “Safe”
“A true pioneer of combat opposing Covid-19, Madeira seduces travelers in search of sublime landscapes but also the setting of a tropical island that is visited all year round,” EBD explains. “Madere, exotic, sporty and extraordinarily fashionable, is a destination for experiences. “
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Combining sun, wellness, beach, play and relaxation, Porto Santo is one of the islands to climb your wish list.
“Awarded for its sublime sandy beaches, Porto Santo is a destination in the world,” according to EBD.
Wellness hotels, healing sand treatments, an exclusive golf course, water restaurants and the most sensible prospects for sunsets are some of the benefits of this island in a position to allow you to recharge and relax.
Porto Santo gives travelers with negative evidence the opportunity to remain quarantine-free, such as vaccination-certified travellers and those who have recovered from Covid-19 in the last 90 days.
Porto Santo is located between the archipelago of the islands of Madeira and is connected to the main island of Madeira by ferry and air.
The Greek government has played a leading role in the procedure for the recognition of a vaccination passport and in the creation of transparent criteria for remains in Europe.
For the tourist season, Greece has already announced that it will lift the locks and quarantines. Travellers with a negative check or vaccination certificate must take their holidays in the country.
Greece has thousands of islands to notice and among them, some of the most beautiful in Europe. For the qualification of the safest islands in Europe, EBD used US knowledge. Covid-19 to choose the ones left in the green zone of the pandemic.
This is the case of Corfu and Antipaxos, (which literally “in front of Paxi”) a small island south of Paxos and a few minutes by boat from Corfu.
Antipaxos stands out for its beaches, adding Voutoemi, with its exotic turquoise waters. Its sandy beaches, white sand, crystal clear waters and a population of only 20 permanent citizens create the best “secret island” for an unfeded holiday this summer.
The island is also available by water taxi from the port of Gaios to Paxos.
People who have completed vaccination at least 14 days prior to arrival and who present a vaccination certificate must have negative PCR control prior to departure.
Corvo is the world’s first 100 percent vaccinated island – the population of 430 has been “sewn. “
Of volcanic origin, Corvo is the smallest island in the Azores archipelago, one of Portugal’s two autonomous regions (along with Madeira) and offers landscapes of rare beauty, ideal for travelers for its authenticity and not to stray from the crowds.
The back of the volcanic cones with their legends, the houses piled up in the appearance of a ravine facing the sea, the vastness of the views, the undeniable and quiet life of its small network are some of the charms presented by the green and the island.
It is easy to succeed on a 40-minute ferry from Flores Island, which is well connected to the other Azores islands.
To make a stopover in the Azores, SARS-CoV-2 verification and negative effects within 72 hours of the flight from the original airport are mandatory. Verification must have a transparent identity of the user being verified, the lab, the date, and signature of the user who made it.
Crete, less affected by the Covid virus than most of Europe, has implemented effective fitness measures to accommodate travelers this summer.
The Venetian port of Canaa, Heraklion and its temples, Elafonissi and its pink sandy beaches, Vai beach and clear waters, Samaria Gorge, the ancient city of Rethymnon or the famous “Laguna de Balos” are among the treasures to note in the Greeks. island.
Together with the Canary Islands (Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria and Lanzarote) and Malta, Crete has been declared through the British Ministry of Foreign Affairs as a major seasoning for hopes of a holiday abroad.
The list includes Greek islands: Corfu, Rhodes, Zante and Kos.
Flores and Corvo are the westernmost island in the Azores archipelago.
With about 4000 inhabitants, Flores has two important communes: Santa Cruz and Lajes, and owes its call – Flowers – to the large number of wildflowers (especially blue and pink hydrangeas) and small local botanical species.
Deep valleys and summits, hydrangea-lined lagoons, cave-digging cliffs, hot springs and the remains of ancient volcanoes combined with pastures, farms and vineyards complete the landscape.
To make a stopover in the Azores, a negative TEST is required for SARS-CoV-2 within 72 hours of the flight from the original airport. Verification must have a transparent identity of the user being verified, the lab, the date, and signature of the user who made it.
Malta, a favorite destination for British travellers, is one of the safest islands that combines protection and recreation for a sunny summer in Europe.
The Maltese government has made every effort for the local population and welcomed travellers in the most productive sanitary conditions. Malta has been recognized several times through the European Commission for its commitment to sustainable tourism.
With its mild and sunny climate all year round, Malta counts as a paradise for lovers of nature, history, gastronomy and sports and a favorite destination for lovers of autumn and winter sun.
A special bonus of two hundred euros has been announced through the country’s Minister of Tourism, Clayton Bartolo, for visitors staying at least two nights.
A negative covid or vaccination certificate is required.
Greek actress Angela Gerekou, now president of the Greek Tourism Board, describes the island of Corfu, her hometown, as a “destination in contact with nature for exclusive and original experiences, a destination that has demonstrated the expansion of sustainable tourism while respecting the environment”. . “
Corfu is one of the most beautiful islands of the Ionian Islands, with its rugged mountains and spas-splattered sea coast, reflecting a cultural heritage explained through Venetian, French and British domination before joining Greece in 1864.
A negative Covid check performed no later than 72 hours prior to arrival or a vaccination certificate will allow visitors to remain on the island in quarantine.
Unspoiled nature, wild beaches, crystal clear waters and exotic plants are at your fingertips in La Gomera, one of the Canary Islands of Spain and destination for 2021.
The smallest moment in the Canary Islands chain, marked by steep volcanic mountains crossed by six hundred kilometers of trails, dense forests and raised ferns, captivating hamlets and terraces perfectly maintained on the slopes of the ravines, La Gomera has been declared a biosphere reserve, where the harmony between human activities and nature has been possible.
“Less touristy than Tenerife or Gran Canaria, La Gomera seduces nature lovers and celebrities in search of tranquility away from crowds,” EBD writes. “With its ancient subtropical forest of Laurisilva (laurels), its cliffs and its wild beaches, La Gomera is a biosphere reserve of unattractive appeal and one of the most preserved herbal ecosystems in the world. “
A negative Covid made no later than 72 hours prior to arrival or a vaccination certificate is required.
Croatia has islands and 524 islets that have been declared “safe” through the Ministry of Tourism.
The country is preparing to position itself as a welcoming destination for the summer of 2021, highlighting the “Croatian islands as a covid-free zone”.
A map in www. safestayincroatia. hr shows that the Croatian islands remained in the green zone of the pandemic.
Known as the “Little Dubrovnik” for its squares, churches, palaces and medieval houses, Korcula Island is Croatia’s sixth largest island and is famous for its dense forest, making it ideal for a secluded holiday.
“From Vela Luka, you can take a water taxi to the paradise island of Proizd, where you’ll find nature, crystal clear waters, lovely forests and a small place to eat for a refreshment,” ebD says.
A PCR test or a quick antigen test is all you want to stay in Croatia. If your stay lasts longer than 10 days, you will be asked for a momentary review.
Herbal and quiet with herbaceous character, Menorca, one of the Spanish Balearic Islands (along with Mallorca, Ibiza and Formentera), has not yet been touched by mass tourism. The local government has prioritized the preservation of nature over the economic and tourist progression of the island.
Menorca has 216 kilometers of varied coastlines, from the steep coastlines and reddish beaches of the north to the soft sandy beaches of the south, with its coves of golden sand.
Negative or vaccination certificate required.
From 10 May, travelers from more than 60 countries around the world can travel to the island country of Cyprus in the eastern Mediterranean without quarantine upon arrival.
A negative is required no later than 72 hours prior to arrival or a vaccination certificate. The list of legal countries includes all members of the Schengen area, the United Kingdom, Canada, the United States and Australia, among others.
Cyprus, the third largest and third most populous island in the Mediterranean, offers a wide variety of reports for all types of travellers.
“Come and take a dip in the ‘Aphrodite bath’, immerse yourself in the crystal clear waters of Cape Greko or kiss your beloved on the ‘bridge of lovers’ near Agia Napia, EBD invitations. “Enjoy a few days of rest at the maximum cyprus beautiful beaches, the famous Nissi beach, Konnos beach, the coral beach in Paphos and the beach of Aphrodite Rock “.
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I am an autonomous journalist from Colombo-Luxembourg, a hard-boiled traveller founded in the world’s only Grand Duchy. I’m writing a column on European affairs for the editorial page of El Tiempo, Colombia’s main newspaper. I’ve been a Newsweek columnist, and I’ve written for, among others, the Los Angeles Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Chicago Tribune and the Toronto Globe.