vacation in Croatia
The number of infections in Croatia was low for several weeks, but has recently increased sharply. Especially in the southern areas around the city of Split and Zadar, the number of nine infections is currently more than 50 cases per 100,000 inhabitants over seven days, which is why these parts of the country have been classified as risk areas. This also applies to the capital Zagreb.
The situation is much more relaxed in the tourist regions of Istria and the Kvarner Bay. In the past seven days, there were only 21 new infections per 100,000 inhabitants on the Istrian peninsula. Here it is still possible to go on holiday with a relatively low risk and without mandatory quarantine after returning.
Travel to Greece
Online registration is mandatory for all people entering Greece. This means that travelers must fill out an online form at least 24 hours before their departure to Greece. After registration, travelers will receive a confirmation. The QR code is usually sent automatically by email on the day of entry.
For individual travelers, a Covid-19 test can be carried out on entry based on certain criteria. A possible test is based on an algorithm that makes a risk assessment on the basis of the registration data received (e.g. previous stays in risk areas). The test is free for travelers.
Overall, Greece is still relatively little affected by Covid-19 despite the recent increase in new infections. Regional priorities have been the capital Athens and the port metropolis of Thessaloniki as well as some regions on Crete.
Stricter corona requirements apply here, such as the obligation to wear mouth and nose protection even in public places. There is also a ban on all public events and gatherings of more than nine people. The weekly markets are also closed. Bars and taverns have to close at midnight.
So if you want to enjoy the sun as much as possible, you should book your vacation on one of the smaller islands.
Vacation situation in Italy
For a long time Italy was the epicenter of the pandemic in Europe. After the number of cases fell, as on the rest of the continent, they rose again recently. On Thursday, the country reported nearly 1,400 nine infections. Lombardy, followed by Piedmont, Emilia Romagna and Veneto are regarded as regions with an increased incidence of infection.
Things are much quieter on islands like Sicily, Elba or Sardinia. The corona risk is currently manageable here.
Travelers from Greece, Malta, Spain and Croatia must present a negative COVID-19 test, which must not be older than 72 hours, or a test must be carried out upon entry.
Corona rules for Malta
Since the opening of the borders on August 1st, the number of cases on the small Mediterranean island has increased and, according to the Foreign Office, is currently stabilizing at a "high level". The number of active cases is currently 424.
Citizens from Germany, Austria, Switzerland and many other European countries that are classified as "safe" are generally allowed to enter Malta without restrictions. However, fever measurements are taken at the airport. Anyone entering the country with a temperature higher than 37.2 degrees will be tested for the coronavirus.
Bars, nightclubs, clubs and discos have been closed again since August 19, 2020. The operation of party boats is also prohibited. Events are now limited to 15 people.
A vacation in Malta is thus possible, but currently there are similar destinations with a lower incidence of infection and they are usually even closer.
Vacation trip to Cyprus
The incidence of infections in Cyprus remains low. Anyone traveling to Cyprus must register electronically prior to departure. A mask is required for all closed rooms, public transport or shopping centers.
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