Coronavirus update: Can we go on holiday again? Yes, we can!

Here’s a quick breakdown of the government’s big announcement on travel and what it means for you and your holiday plans.

Cleared for take off…!

It’s the announcement we’ve all been waiting for. The government has confirmed that from 4th July, restrictions will be lifted on travel from the UK to France, Spain, Italy and dozens of other fabulous countries – and from 10th July you won’t need to self-isolate on your return from these countries if you live in England. In short: you are cleared for take off. And doesn’t it feel great?

We’ve explained all the need-to-knows below. And remember, at World First we make it easy to get affordable travel insurance that’s built around your holiday plans. So you get all the cover you need, without paying for cover that you don’t.

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Is it safe to travel abroad?

We all miss going on holiday. But you want to stay safe too. Travel has opened up only to countries that have taken steps to make sure the risk of Covid-19 is low, based on a risk assessment conducted by the Joint Biosecurity Centre, in consultation with Public Health England and the Chief Medical Officer, Chris Whitty.

These experts have considered the prevalence of coronavirus, the number of new cases and the potential trajectory of Covid-19 across global destinations – as well as the reliability of the data coming out of those countries. And as you would hope, the situation will be monitored closely. If a country becomes too risky to visit, the government will raise the drawbridge.

Check before you travel

While you know all about social distancing in the UK, different countries have different rules that they enforce – sometimes strictly – to keep coronavirus in check. You can get the latest official travel advice for the country you’d like to visit on the government’s foreign travel advice website, which features essential and up to date safety information for 225 countries and territories.

It’s also worth finding out about your airline’s latest safety measures. Air travel is going to be slightly different from what you’re used to while the industry adapts to keep travel-lovers safe, comfortable and happy. Also note that all passengers, except those on a small list of exemptions, will be required to provide contact information on return in the UK.

Questions? Try us.

The latest announcement is great news. But as the world learns to adapt to the challenges posed by Covid-19, it’s understandable that you may have questions about going on holiday. Our friendly customer service team is here to help. Since day one of lockdown we’ve been taking queries from travel-lovers, shining a light on our policies and offering all the guidance we can about getting the right cover. It’s no different now. So whether you want to try our online chat or would rather talk to someone over the phone, we are here for you.

Flexible travel insurance at a price that’s fair

Everyone is different. And every holiday is different too. We think travel insurance should reflect that. So whether you want a policy that covers extreme sports, need affordable cover for a medical condition, or even if you are planning a wedding abroad, we make it easy to get a policy that’s perfect for your plans. That way, wherever you go, you can go with confidence. Come and get a quote.

See you out there.