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US Expats: Travelling with your pet

US EXPATS: TRAVELLING WITH YOUR PETAre you planning to fly with your pet to Portugal? TAP and some other airlines welcome dogs to travel in the cabin or the hold, as long as the owner provides valid documentation and the pet carrier is deemed safe.

Portugal on the list of safe destinations in the United Kingdom!

PORTUGAL ON THE LIST OF SAFE DESTINATIONS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM!Turismo do Algarve welcomes the announcement of the inclusion of Portugal in the list of safe destinations defined by the United Kingdom, hoping that the region can recover some of the lost time.
“This was news that had been long awaited, not only by the region but also by the thousands of British tourists who visit the Algarve every year”, explains João Fernandes, president of Turismo do Algarve. “They will now finally have the opportunity to witness how the destination is properly prepared to welcome all visitors safely, a message that we have been reinforcing for a long time in that market.”

List of Essentials for Your Outdoor Camping

List of Essentials for Your Outdoor CampingCamping into the countryside, bringing a tent and sleeping in the woods or on a beach would be a thrilling trip for everyone. It is also a great choice for families with young children as children can experience being outdoors while discovering nature. It is nice to work together as everyone, even the smallest kids, can be assigned tasks for fun family bonding and acquiring knowledge at the same time. In this writing, we 're going to discuss the list of essentials for your outdoor camping.

Rota Vicentina's Agenda is here!

ROTA VICENTINA'S AGENDA IS HERE!You can now enjoy a selection of events and activities in the South West regions of Portugal in a digital agenda, so tourists and local people can (re)discover this land and the best things that happen here!
Walking, Cycling, Activities and holidays - check the calendar and don't miss anything of what's happening!

Visit https://rotavicentina.com/ for details.

Travel corridors: countries and territories exemption list

TRAVEL CORRIDORS: COUNTRIES AND TERRITORIES EXEMPTION LISTFrom 10 July 2020, unless they have visited or stopped in any other country or territory in the preceding 14 days, passengers arriving from the following countries and territories will not be required to self-isolate on arrival into England.

Here is a definitve list from the British government of which countries are currently exempt from quarantine.  Conditions in these countries and territories, and those not on the list, are under review, so please check for up to date information HERE.

 

Statement from the British Embassy re the UK government decision on travel and borders

british embassy lisbonThe British Government understands that these decisions are important for Portugal, for the travel and tourism sector in Portugal, for the Portuguese community resident in the UK and for the British community resident in Portugal.  The British Government considered the evidence very carefully before taking these decisions, with the aim of protecting public health and safety.

Why Algarve, Portugal should be your top travel destination post-Covid 19

Why Algarve, Portugal should be your top travel destination post-Covid 19The Algarve offers clean beaches, fresh air and open countryside. Partnered with low population density, hygiene and health protocols for hotels, restaurants and activities, this should give confidence to travellers seeking to visit Portugal in the post-lockdown world.

Best Algarve Beaches to escape the crowd

 Photo: Maximilian Xavier Photography Known for its beautiful beaches and amazing coastline, the Algarve is one of the top beach destinations in the world. With the mantra of social distancing in our psyches, you may be worried about being crowded on the beach. Don’t be. The Algarve has some incredibly long beaches where social distancing is not an issue. Even at the height of summer, you can enjoy quality beach days on lesser frequented stretches of sand. Just one of the reasons why the Algarve should be your top travel destination after Covid-19.