Relying on the experts has never been more important. From the latest in travel guidelines to the health standards of our partners, GOGO Vacations is equipped with the knowledge you need to travel confidently and responsibly. In order to help guide your future travel decisions, we’ve vetted all of the current worldwide destinations open to U.S. travelers. Please note, all Americans returning to the United States will need to provide a negative COVID-19 test prior to boarding your flight per the CDC.
Below you’ll find these international vacation spots (and one U.S. favorite) broken down by their unique travel requirements and, best of all, what makes them wonderfully unique destinations.
What Makes It Amazing
The hidden gems of the Caribbean, the Turks and Caicos Islands are tucked away at the southern tip of the Bahamian Archipelago, eluding the radar of most travelers. This only means one thing: without the typical vacationing crowds, there’s more of the islands for you to enjoy. With over 230 miles of white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters full of marine life (it’s the world’s third-largest barrier reef), luxury resorts, miles of swimmable water, and perfect vacation weather, these stunningly beautiful islands will leave you wanting more.
Travel Requirements
Those ages 16 and older who has been fully vaccinated (for at least 14 days) against COVID-19 will be allowed to travel to Turks & Caicos with official proof of vaccination. Travelers must show proof through TCI Assured portal with proof of vaccination printed from an electronic vaccination data base or through a vaccination letter signed by a medical practitioner. Visitors ages 10 through 15 must present a negative COVID-19 test result and those under 10 are not required to provide a negative test result.
Fully vaccinated American travelers are allowed to travel to England and the rest of the United Kingdom without quarantine or taking a test on day eight after arrival. However, vaccinated travelers must provide proof of U.S. residency and are still required to complete a pre-departure COVID test 72 hours before arrival, along with a PCR test on or before day two after arrival. It’s important to note that separate testing and quarantining rules are in place if you arriving from other international countries and other parts of the United Kingdom, including Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
What Makes It Amazing
From metropolitan London and the coastal town of Brighton Beach to the rolling countryside of Bath and the Yorkshire Moors, England is a land of great diversity. It is steeped in rich history and tradition, yet is one of the world’s leaders in music, fashion, and art. With so much to explore including country cottages, captivating castles, crown jewels, and cutting-edge culture—the timeless treasures and modern pleasures of England are yours to discover and embrace.
Travel Requirements
Americans who have been fully vaccinated (for at least 14 days for Pfizer and Moderna and for weeks after Johnson & Johnson) against COVID-19 will be allowed to travel to Spain with official proof of vaccination. Unvaccinated travelers ages 11 and under must present a negative PCR or antigen test that’s less than 72-hours old. Children 11 and under are exempt from testing. Before returning to the United States, all passengers entering the country will be required to provide a negative COVID-19 prior to boarding your flight.
What Makes It Amazing
With its sparkling cities and picture-book villages, sandy beaches and snow-capped mountains, rich artistic and literary culture, unbeatable cuisine and unparalleled wines, is it any wonder that France is one of the world’s most popular travel destinations? Explore everything there is to see in cities of Paris and Lyon, or explore the famed French Riviera in sun-drenched towns of St. Tropez, Nice, and Cannes.
What Makes It Amazing
The land of Gaudí, Picasso, and Dalí. Mediterranean beaches. The Alcázar and the Great Mosque of Córdoba. The snow-capped Sierra Nevada. The essence of Spain can be tasted in its tapas, felt in its flamenco, and experienced through its fiestas. The country is a blend of cultures, from its unique Basque region to its Muslim-influenced south. Spain’s cosmopolitan cities, like Madrid and Barcelona, exude an elegance all their own that can only be truly captured by visiting.
Travel Requirements
Anyone who has been fully vaccinated (for at least 14 days) against COVID-19 will be allowed to travel to Spain with official proof of vaccination. Travelers must fill out and sign the Spain Health Control form (FSC) prior to arrival. In addition, all travelers will need a negative PCR test taken 72 hours prior to arrival to enter Spain. Unvaccinated minors from the same family unit may enter carrying a negative PCR (children under 6 will not need any test). The vaccination certificate or PCR of minors must be provided upon arrival.
What Makes It Amazing
Language and culture, food and fashion, art and architecture, history and myths… it all floods your senses as you set foot in bella Italia. Whether it’s the gondola rides and soft sunsets at Venice, the pastel-hued seaside towns on the Amalfi Coast, or the iconic larger-than-life sites in Rome—Italy invites you to slow down and soak it all in. Sip espressos in sleek cafés. Stroll on picturesque night-lit streets. Dine on authentic cuisine and enjoy people-watching on pretty piazzas—all an integral part of the Italian experience
Travel Requirements
All travelers arriving into Italy arriving on a government-approved “COVID-tested” flight are exempt from quarantine. This process includes a COVID-19 PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before departure, a rapid antigen test at the U.S. airport prior to boarding, and another rapid antigen test upon arrival in Italy. After receiving a negative result on all three tests, visitors will not need to quarantine in Italy. In addition, all travelers must complete a digital Passenger locator form or a self-declaration.