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There have been several new blows to the foreign holiday situation, with no additions to the UK Government’s ‘green list‘, and Portugal being moved to ’amber‘ status on Thursday. So, while it is legal for Britons to travel abroad, many restrictions stand in their way under England’s traffic light system; and only those returning from the 11 green-listed

Most of south-east Asia is reassuringly absent from the UK’s ‘red list’ of countries (with the exception of Sri Lanka, from June 8) so returning travellers are not subject to hotel quarantine restrictions – but does that mean the outlook for holidays is rosy? Unfortunately not, for the most part. All Asian nations currently have their own strict travel restrictions in

Holidays overseas are now allowed to a select group of “green-listed” countries after restrictions for overseas travel were eased last month. On June 3, the Government reduced the number of countries and territories British holidaymakers can travel to without the need to quarantine from 12 to 11, removing Portugal and adding it to the amber list.

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While huge question marks linger over summer holidays abroad, one thing is clear: there will be Covid tests. Although some countries, such as Greece, have already confirmed that fully vaccinated travellers will not have to provide proof of a negative test, many others may still demand evidence that holidaymakers are Covid-free. And with those under 18 unlikely

Portugal is to lose its spot on the green list, Grant Shapps, the transport secretary confirmed on Thursday.  Ministers decided to add Portugal to the amber list from next Tuesday at 4am after tests revealed what are believed to be previously-unknown variants of Covid. It will mean anyone returning from Portugal after then will have to quarantine

Plenty of us plan to stay closer to home this summer, and who can blame us when we have beautiful counties like Somerset on our doorstep, ready to explore Somerset’s landscapes are steeped in legend, from the lush fields of ‘Avalon’ to Cheddar Gorge and the wilds of Exmoor. The winding, country lanes hold secrets:

Look outside: Is that the makings of a warm day in the sunshine? With restrictions having easing across England and a much-needed break from the miserable weather, what better place to enjoy both the sun and the company of others than the beach? The question is how to do so without bumping into the crowds. The

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Although it is on the UK’s ‘green list‘, Australia has closed its borders to tourism until at least 2022. These are unusual times, and the state of affairs can change quickly. Please check the latest travel guidance before making a journey. Note that our writer updated this guide pre-pandemic. To the beach – and beyond

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Spanish and Greek islands could be added to the UK’s green list as soon as June 8, ministers have suggested, even if their mainlands stay amber. Robert Courts, the aviation minister, told MPs that the Government would treat popular tourist islands with low Covid rates separately “where possible” as it prepares to reveal the next tranche of destinations that could

For the first time in months, holidays overseas are now allowed to a select group of ‘green-listed’ countries. As of May 17, British holidaymakers can travel to 12 countries and territories without quarantine on return home. Other countries are categorised as ‘amber‘ or ‘red‘ depending on vaccination rates, infection rates, the prevalence of variants of

The key dates on the travel roadmap Is it legal to go on an ‘amber list’ holiday? The latest rules on hotel stays Sign up to the Telegraph Travel newsletter Thousands of families face yet more travel disappointment, as new advice against non-essential travel from regions across northern England, the Midlands, and London puts half