Australia Just Extended Its COVID Travel Ban for Another 3 Months
Australia is officially extending its international travel ban for three more months. Australia's government announced Tuesday that it is extending the travel ban through June 17, 2021. The initial ban had been set to expire on March 17, however, the government noted fear that the rest of the world "continues to pose an unacceptable public health risk" to its borders, Australia's 7 News reported.
Armenia Reopening for Tourism – All Countries Welcome
On August 12, 2020, Armenia lifted the ban on foreigners entering the country and officially reopened for international tourism. Armenia, a landlocked nation bordering Turkey and Georgia, is one of the oldest countries in the world and is rich with ancient history, ruins and archaeological sites. Yerevan, the capital of Armenia, is one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities and the place where most tourists fly into.
Greece Drops More Restrictions Aiming To Be Top Destination This Summer
As infection rates continue to decline in Greece, the popular tourist destination removed more restrictions this week as the summer season kicks off. Greece was one of the first countries in Europe to open back up to tourists, implementing forward-thinking amendments to their entry requirements to help streamline the return of visitors.