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Travelling in 2021 - 7 things to consider

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The whole of 2020 was characterised by the corona pandemic and many of us had to rethink our travel plans. Now that 2021 has begun, it is clear that it will take time before anything becomes "normal" again. Maybe we'll be able to start travelling again in a little while, but what will travelling be like in 2021? Here are seven things we think you might need to keep in mind.

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1. self-vaccination

Many people are waiting to be vaccinated before travelling. Vaccination against COVID-19 protects against the disease while reducing the risk of infecting others. In Sweden, elderly people in nursing homes are currently being vaccinated and it is hoped that the entire adult Swedish population will be vaccinated by Midsummer. Being vaccinated can be one of the things that affect whether and how you can travel in 2021.

2. 'Vaccine passport'

It is not only in your own interest to be vaccinated. Destinations also have an interest in ensuring that visitors are vaccinated, so as not to spread the infection in the country. Some countries may require a "vaccine passport" or similar proof of vaccination to enter the country.

3. MFA travel recommendations

Of course, you should always keep an eye on UD's travel recommendationsbut now it is perhaps more important than ever. If the Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises against a destination, this means, among other things, that the insurance may not be valid as usual.

4. the location of the destination

2021 is the year when you have to be more careful than usual when travelling. Even if the situation starts to improve in Sweden, it is not certain that the situation is the same at the destination. In Africa, for example, you don't have the same access to vaccines as in Europe.

So another country may be in a different phase, and what does this mean for the opening of hotels and restaurants, for example? The various embassies provide valuable information on the rules and situation in each country via the website. Sweden Abroad. As the situation can change from week to week, you will need to stay informed.

5. Corona rules at the destination

What are the corona rules in the destination? Are there curfews at certain times of the day? Do you need to wear a face mask, and if so, in what situations? Of course, you don't want to be guilty of offences or get fined ...

6. Oral protection strategy

Of course, if there are rules about face masks at your destination, you have to follow the rules. What we noticed when we travelled in Poland and the Czech Republic in September, where face masks were required indoors, was that it was initially difficult to remember the face mask. After a while, we found ways to put clean face masks in our pockets so that we always had new ones at hand.

If the mask is to work as intended, you must also make sure that it is clean when you put it on, that you wear it over your nose and mouth, and that you don't touch it... Above all, you must not forget that you should still try to keep your distance as much as possible.

6. Contingency funding

When you're travelling, it's always good to have finances for unforeseen events, especially now that the world and the travel industry are in a state of flux. There are many different unexpected situations you can end up in. As usual, the car can of course break down, but in these times there is also a greater risk than ever of businesses going bankrupt or transport being cancelled.

Of course, it's best to have a buffer for unforeseen events, but if you don't, you can take out a quick loan. To see the terms and conditions of different lenders, you can use a service that compares terms and conditions. You can find such a service at https://loanscouter.com/se/snabblan/.

7. cancellation policy

The situation can change, and what happens if the country suddenly shuts down or the virus mutates in some unpleasant way? If you book a package holiday, flight or hotel, it is important to be aware of the cancellation policy.

What do you think about travelling in 2021?

What are your thoughts on travel and travelling in 2021? What do you think it will be like, and what do you think will need to be considered?

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