Have you spent the last few years asking yourself, “Is it safe to travel right now?” “When will it be safe to travel again?” Have you been thinking 2023 will be your year of international travel? We’ll make sure you’re prepped for the experience with international travel tips 2023 so you’ll know what to expect when the time is right for you. There's still a whole wide world out there waiting to be discovered, and 2023 may be the year you finally visit a dream destination or two. If you are unsure where it is that you want to travel in 2023, we have some suggestions too.
We’ll also explore some of the most efficient ways to stay on top of entry requirements as a foreign visitor and tips for health and safety as you travel abroad.
Let's take a closer look at some of the best places to travel in 2024 post Coronavirus:
Though COVID-19 travel restrictions have largely disappeared, it continues to be a health risk in some countries around the world – like China. If you are a traveler with pre-existing health risks that make COVID-19 more dangerous for you, make sure your destination is part of the safest places to travel right now according to the World Health Organization (WHO) to reduce your risk of infection. Thankfully, many of the best places to travel in 2023 also have far fewer COVID-19 cases than in the past few years.
We know international travel can be overwhelming, so here are five quick tips for traveling internationally:
It can be hard to navigate entry requirements for different countries and find answers to questions like “Is a COVID vaccine required for international travel?” or “Do I need a negative COVID test for international travel?” (which could still be a requirement for some countries).
Fortunately, there are many excellent resources that can be used to determine entry requirements for your destinations when planning an international trip. For example, this interactive travel restrictions map from Kayak allows you to select each of your destination countries to learn whether it requires a COVID-19 test, vaccinations, certain travel documents, and more.
While passports are a standard requirement for most international travel, you will also need to be informed of any visa requirements the country you are visiting may have. Also visit the U.S. Department of State website to find up-to-date information and travel warnings for your destinations.
PRO TIP! Be aware that international travel restrictions and requirements can evolve. For example, there are not currently any travel bans for U.S. citizens in 2023, but the U.S. Department of State can strongly advise travelers to not visit certain countries because of physical or health-related threats. Continue checking the status of any countries you plan to visit frequently after booking your trip, including prior to departure.
If you plan on visiting the United States this year, you will need to be aware of United States travel restrictions.
As of November 8th, 2021, USA entry requirements for COVID necessitate that all foreign national air travelers (non-immigrants and non-citizens) provide proof that they are fully vaccinated prior to boarding an airplane to fly to the U.S.
To stay up-to-date with countrywide restrictions, use our travel restrictions map and frequently check updates via the U.S. Department of State. Also be aware of any restrictions that the state, county, or city that you are visiting may have in place. Find information for individual states here.
Another very helpful resource comes from the U.S. Department of State. The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program, known as STEP, provides travelers with safe travel registration for their time outside of the U.S. American citizens can visit step.state.gov for new registration.
By enrolling in the U.S. Department of State travel registration program, U.S. citizens are "on the radar" of the American embassy in the country they are visiting. Sign-up is very straightforward and provides travelers with an extra layer of assistance should something go wrong during their travels.
For example, if you or someone in your party loses their passport or has it stolen, the embassy can help issue a replacement passport. The staff can also assist with any medical emergencies or situations where an evacuation is required.
CDC international travel guidelines are another great resource to gather helpful information when you are planning an international trip.
The CDC advises that you take the following precautions:
Remember: With the right preparation and attitude, it is still possible to get out there and see the world! Bon voyage!
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