Tag: vtl

Maldives VTL: Pre-departure test scrapped for fully vaccinated visitors

From 5 March, Maldives has eliminated its pre-departure PCR test requirement for vaccinated tourists.

VTL: 7-day travel history expanded to include all EEA countries plus Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and Vatican

From 16 March, Singapore effectively adds the entire European Economic Area to the VTL, making travel throughout Europe much simpler.

Singapore launches VTLs with Greece & Vietnam; expands VTLs with Malaysia, Indonesia & India

From 16 March, Greece & Vietnam will be added to the VTL scheme, and VTL flights added from Bali, Penang and other cities.

Review: Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok

With spacious rooms, extensive wellness facilities and a tranquil environment, the Sindhorn Kempinski offers a laid-back alternative to its Siam Paragon brethren.

South Korea VTL: Day 3 and 5 self-ART requirement scrapped

VTL travellers entering South Korea from 1 March are no longer required to take Day 3 and 5 ARTs, though the expensive PCR tests remain.

Malaysia VTL: Daily post-arrival ART requirement scrapped from 3 March

From 3 March, Malaysia will scrap its daily COVID-19 ART regime for VTL (Air) and VTL (Land) arrivals, reducing the number of tests by 5.

Review: Waldorf Astoria Bangkok

The Waldorf Astoria Bangkok is an non-stop exercise in superlatives, and given the prices now, can't be beat.

Review: Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok (Test & Go)

While not the most exciting property in Bangkok, the Grand Hyatt Erawan is nonetheless an excellent Test & Go choice.