We’ve all had some if not all of our plans disrupted by the coronavirus pandemic. But on the bright side, the world is opening up again and sooner rather than later we’ll all be able to enjoy the things we loved.
“When and where can I travel to?” this question must have crossed your mind once or twice during the lockdown period. The good news is soon! The Nigerian government is set to reopen its major airports on the 21st of June and this is great news for people planning a trip.
For those who haven’t made any plans yet, we’ve compiled a list of 7 top places you can travel to from Nigeria after the COVID-19 lockdown declines. To ensure your safe visit, ask the Eddy Travels AI assistant to find you disinfected rooms whenever you decide to travel.
1. Dubai, UAE
Dubai comes first on our list because of its superb scenery, nearness to home, and ease of access (visa on arrival). Places such as the Burj khalifa and the newly installed Louvre museum are some of the must-see places when you visit Dubai.
As for COVID-19 cases in Dubai, it has steadily been declining and over 50% of the workforce is returning to work. There is a drive-in test center where you can get tested in a short amount of time if you exhibit symptoms, making things easy and safe.
2. London, UK
As of June 8th, 2020, the UK government relaxed travel bans into the country provided you agree to the mandatory 14 days isolation after you arrive— a small price to pay. Some of the frequent tourist attractions in London include Big Ben and the Tower of London, so make sure to add them to your list when touring the city.
As time passes, more and more tourist attractions will be opened up gradually to the public so watch out for that.
3. Paris, France
Paris is one of the world's most-visited capitals. With famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Louvre museum, and the Arc of Triumph, you can tour Paris all day without having a dull moment.
In France, lower corona cases have led to the beginning of the second stage of re-opening— opening up bars and parks and allowing travel within the country. What does this mean for us? Travel bans to France have been lifted and you can visit France anytime provided you comply with the isolation guidelines.
4. The Bahamas
The Bahamas is opening up its lands and beautiful beaches to tourists on July 1st, 2020. This is great for those of us that have been planning to show off our summer bodies on the beach. Visit Harbour Island and enjoy nature at its finest. As of date, the Bahamas has less than 30 active coronavirus cases so your chances of being infected are incredibly slim.
5. Dubrovnik, Croatia
Croatia opened its borders to tourists at the beginning of June and right now has up to 33,000 tourists within its borders all checked and tested. The tourist sites are also open so you can visit Dubrovnik, take ferries to the various Croatian islands, stroll around the Zagreb zoo, and many more. As for their corona stats, they have just 11 active cases as of date. Was that you rushing to pack your bags ready to fly to Croatia?
6. Santorini, Greece
Greece has been able to handle the coronavirus well, recording a great recovery rate for infected patients. As the curve went down, the lockdown has been eased and the travel ban from all countries is being lifted on June 15th.
This is great news for tourists, as you now have access to all of Greece’s beautiful cities, even the famous Santorini which everyone loves. You can go out and enjoy the fresh air instead of being trapped inside the same four walls for days on end.
7. Lisbon, Portugal
Portugal opened up its borders to visitors at the beginning of June. Unlike most countries, you aren’t required to quarantine provided you pass the health checks at the airport and ports of entry. This gives you more time to go out and have fun in places like the beautiful beaches of the Algarve while sipping great wine from Porto.
Portugal has constantly recorded lower active corona cases per capita since their peak in April. These low numbers have led to the lockdown being lifted. However, safety measures are still being followed all over the country and gatherings over 20 people are still prohibited.
With everything currently going on in the world, it’s important to note that with the state of things, changes may occur in just a short amount of time so have that in mind when purchasing tickets. Go for flights that can either be rescheduled or refunded such that you’re not at a loss if anything changes. This is a lot to consider for a trip so use the Eddy Travels AI assistant to make things easier and less stressful for you. Also, for your extra peace of mind, simply type “disinfected hotels“ and discover the best accommodation offers with disinfected rooms.