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ALL visitors to Qatar who are fully vaccinated with a COIVD-19 vaccine approved/recognised by the MoPH, administered within a designated immunity validity period, are no longer subject to quarantine, unless travelling from a red list country
Other regulations require all visitors to submit a negative pre-travel PCR lab result valid within 48 hours from departure time at the country of origin Visitors must register via the pre-travel registration system
www.ehteraz.gov.qa and upload all relevant official documents, where applicable, such as vaccination certificates, evidence of previous COVID-19 infection, serology antibody test results (for conditional vaccines), and PCR lab result (see below), at least three days before arrival.
GEORGE Best Belfast City Airport has appointed AWARE as its new charity partner of the year, aiming to raise vital funds to provide support to those affected by depression and ill mental health across Northern Ireland.
Although uploading the PCR test result is not mandatory during the electronic pre-registration process, travellers who are required to have pre-travel PCR test must present the original copy of the PCR test result to the airline on which they are flying, to allow them to board the plane, or at the country’s ports. All passengers must also sign an Undertaking and Acknowledgement Form before arriving in Qatar. The form is available on the Ministry of Public Health website, pre-registration platform website www.
ehteraz.gov.qa and the airline online booking form Travellers should download the Ehteraz mobile application and activate it on their mobile phones using a local or international SIM card on arrival.
Be More AWARE With Belfast City Airport
Founded in 1996, AWARE, the only charity in Northern Ireland working exclusively for those with depression and bipolar disorder, has an established network of 24 support groups across the country and delivers information outreach sessions as well as mental health and well-being programmes into communities, schools, colleges, universities, and workplaces.
BELFAST is going through a renaissance at the moment with the new award-winning movie named after this progressive city coming out, showing how much depth and personality Belfast actually has. This March, why not discover the sights and sounds
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of Belfast and treat yourself to a stay at Titanic Hotel Belfast, situated on the city’s famous Maritime Mile. The March Offer deal includes: One night bed and a generous breakfast. The March offer also includes a hearty Irish stew served with your choice of a Guinness or a cocktail at the hotel’s bar. The great value price also includes two tickets to Titanic Belfast visitor’s attraction situated just yards from the hotel.
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March 2022 Travel News Contents
3. Jet2 ends mask wearing: Jet2 becomes Europes first airline to remove masks onboard
4. Canada Reopens:Canda begins welcome of travellers
6. ANITA Welcomes Scottish Travel Sector Funding: Due to the NI Executive collaspe, NI’s Travel sector is having to wait on recieving funds 10. Viva Espana: Margaret Carragher tkaes us on a Spainish sailing 8. Mother Day: How about a Mother’s Day trip to beautiful Budapest? 14. Game of Thrones: See whats on offer at the new Game of Throne Studio Tour with NI Travel News’ Cara Thompson 26-30. Cruise News: Latest cruise news and updates, along with a stunning Croatia Cruise 34-35. St Patricks: Take our advice for St Patricks this year in both the USA and NI! 39. Exclusive Interview: Steve Heapy Chats all thing Jet2 44-44. Trade News: Latest trade news and updates
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Sri Lanka Drops Pre Departure Testing
FULLY vaccinated arrivals into Sri Lanka will not be required to show a negative covid-19 test taken prior to departure.
Children aged between 12-18 with one dose of a recognised vaccine dose will be treated as a fully vaccinated adult and therefore will not be required to carry out a pre-departure covid test.
Those aged 12 and younger will no longer be subject to testing, regardless of vaccination.
Tunisia Lifts Covid Restrictions on Under 18 Arrivals
The charity hopes to increase public understanding of depression, reduce the stigma surrounding the illness, help people build mental resilience, and provide advice and tools on maintaining positive mental health. Speaking of the new partnership, Human Resources and CR Manager at Belfast City Airport, Stephen Patton, stated “People and community are two long- standing strands of the airport’s corporate responsibility strategy, so we are thrilled to partner with AWARE, a charity committed to helping individuals and providing
support networks right across Northern Ireland. Stay On Belfast’s Maritime Mile This March With Titanic Hotel
24 hours parking is included too so this is the perfect way to escape to Belfast for a night and enjoy all these historic sites and attractions. The hotel itself is steeped in history and was formerly
the headquarters of the Harland and Wolff who designed the Titanic ship. The architecture itself is jaw- dropping, with high ceilings and original features still intact. The city centre is only a 15-minute walk from the hotel but with this amazing offer, you won’t want to leave the Titanic Quarter for your stay! This offer is midweek only (Sunday – Thurs) and ends on March 31st 2022. For more information, please visit https://www.
titanichotelbelfast.com/
TUNISIA have confirmed new rules regarding covid-19 travel restrictions. Speaking to TTG, the Tunisian National tourist
Office for UK and Ireland confirmed that children under the age of 18 will no longer be required to provide vaccination evidence or testing prior to arrival. This positive move opens the idea to family travel moving into the warmer months of 2022. Adults providing evidence of full vaccination against covid-19 will also no longer need to provide a negative test prior to arrival. The tourist office also highlighted how passenger locator forms will not be required until further notice.
Thailand Trades Tight Testing for Easier Travel
FULL vaccinated travellers planning on visiting Thailand will be able to do so at a cheaper rate in regards to covid travel testing.
From March 1, fully vaccinated travellers will be expected to take a day 5 antigen test as opposed to a current PCR test.
Along with the reduction in price, the antigen test can be self-administered, meaning travellers will no longer have to book a hotel to conduct the PCR test and await results.
The initial arrival PCR test for travellers will remain in place.
Reports have also suggested that a reduction to travel insurance for arrivals into Thailand could be as much as $30,000, again , increasing the appeal for foreign travel into the region.
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