The planet is tired of covid, and the specifics of the spread and severity of the consequences of infection with the strain “Omicron” allow this fatigue to transform into the widespread removal of restrictions. If someone has not yet seen this trend, we will give it a feel for specific examples of recent days.
The UAE, and so loyal to the entry of tourists, are beginning to unravel the situation inside the country. From February 15, the host country of Expo 2020 plans to abolish the requirement to partially fill shopping and entertainment centers, tourist facilities and transport.
Malaysia is going to open the whole country from March 1 (so far only Langkawi is available for tourists) and lift the quarantine. From the same date, Cyprus cancels PCR testing for Ukrainian tourists upon arrival on the island. The EU plans to publish new rules within a week to make it easier for vaccinated tourists to enter. Greece, France, Norway, Portugal and Sweden have refused entry testing – mostly for EU citizens, but still.
The Philippines opened on February 10. From February 21, the Andean-like fortress of Australia will open a gate for vaccinated travelers, and from July, tourists from countries with visa-free travel to New Zealand will be able to seep in there as part of a five-stage plan to open the Long White Cloud.
For reference: Australia and New Zealand have been completely closed for more than 2 years, not only for foreigners but also for their own citizens.
Unvaccinated citizens will find it increasingly difficult to travel, up to a direct entry ban, which they plan to do in the same Philippines.