I am travelling in October and November using up credits because of COVID cancellations. Below is some of the good advice I have been given
1. Check with the Airline you are flying as they have good info on the COVID rules for where your travelling to , and links to the Countties' entry/exit requirements. I found the KLM.ca site especially helpful.
2. Check to see if your country is on the country you are visiting safe list - it means going to the countries government or embassy website.
3. If going to the US... (its closed to Canadians right now ) but see if you can still visit by plane and the requirements
4. If going on a cruise - most are requiring PCR tests even if your fully vaccinated (which I am), and where to get the rapid tests in your area (at reasonable prices). These are about $200 CDN for the 3 day rapid turnaround. So shop around. I noticed that Shoppers Drug Mart in my area is providing them - so check your local pharmacy.
5. Make sure your vaccine is on the acceptable list for the country your visiting .. luckily I had 2 doses of Moderna which seems to be approved in the US and European Union
6. Re-check regularly to make sure your airline hasn't changed your flight time/date... I noticed my KLM flight time has changed a few times (minutes/ hours) so no big deal
7. Try to get all flight direct .. avoid in-transit as there are special - extra rules in each transit country
8. Check your cruise line requirements - on board, masking, testing etc. Its constantly changing - as most rules are now in place only until October 31st.
9. Re-check that your hotel is still open - and contact them a few days ahead to make sure they know what time your arriving and if they have any special requirements . Note book with a travel agency - ie. Expedia is my go to site for hotels as they will contact you if there are issues
Hope this helps
Marcia
