FabSwingers.com forum: Time to book Holidays !!

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’m going to wait a bit but hopefully somewhere in july

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Good luck but be prepared to isolate at your own cost things can change at a whim

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Good luck but be prepared to isolate at your own cost things can change at a whim"

Prepared and ready to go, thanks for the tip. Stay positive

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Good luck but be prepared to isolate at your own cost things can change at a whim"

There will be 3 weeks notice of any changes

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Nope. The only one I am interested in is my cruise in November and that's already booked.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Exciting day, I have also waited a long time for this. Fingers crossed you get you're break. Like you say - Stay positive

If prices are within budget I will be travelling green, Happy days

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By *allySlinkyWoman
over a year ago

Leeds

No Jet2 flights until June 23rd.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

The sun is shining, it’s Friday, and today marks another positive forward step out of Covid restrictions. Another return to normal life and being able to do what we want.

Anyone else feeling great today ?

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Good luck but be prepared to isolate at your own cost things can change at a whim"

There is to be a 'green watch list', so there will be 2 weeks notice of any country likely to go down to Amber status, giving people plenty of time to get home, if they are affected

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month "

America still has a travel ban on people entering. They recently raised it to 'don't travel'.

www.independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/uk-us-travel-ban-when-green-list-b1841739

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Good luck but be prepared to isolate at your own cost things can change at a whim

There is to be a 'green watch list', so there will be 2 weeks notice of any country likely to go down to Amber status, giving people plenty of time to get home, if they are affected

That sounds promising.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Hoping & expecting a corridor to be announced imminently with the USA

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Good luck but be prepared to isolate at your own cost things can change at a whim

There is to be a 'green watch list', so there will be 2 weeks notice of any country likely to go down to Amber status, giving people plenty of time to get home, if they are affected

That sounds promising."

Yes it is. It was a mess last year with people trying to get home, in 48 hours.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Hoping & expecting a corridor to be announced imminently with the USA "

They are working on it.

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By *incskittenWoman
over a year ago

Nottingham

Booked for next year .

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By *anky_PankyWoman
over a year ago

Filthy Fuckeryville

"Hoping & expecting a corridor to be announced imminently with the USA "

I live in the USA too and am not long since back and there is a lot of talk there of things opening up between them and the UK. But then just after my return they made it a red country so I am not as confident at the moment.

Covid rates in NY aren't so good either, it's the 4th worst state at the moment

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By *allySlinkyWoman
over a year ago

Leeds

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. "

Briefing by Grant Shapps 5pm.

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By *anky_PankyWoman
over a year ago

Filthy Fuckeryville

"Good luck but be prepared to isolate at your own cost things can change at a whim

There is to be a 'green watch list', so there will be 2 weeks notice of any country likely to go down to Amber status, giving people plenty of time to get home, if they are affected

That sounds promising.

Yes it is. It was a mess last year with people trying to get home, in 48 hours."

I just stayed in the USA and kept an eye on it. Still cost me about £350/400 in covid tests to return though, and I shopped around!!

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Good luck but be prepared to isolate at your own cost things can change at a whim

There is to be a 'green watch list', so there will be 2 weeks notice of any country likely to go down to Amber status, giving people plenty of time to get home, if they are affected

That sounds promising.

Yes it is. It was a mess last year with people trying to get home, in 48 hours.

I just stayed in the USA and kept an eye on it. Still cost me about £350/400 in covid tests to return though, and I shopped around!!

Gosh!

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central

It's just the first batch of places today as well as initial rules and technology. There is no immediate need to book, due to things being volatile and booking will still be open in weeks to come.

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By *luttyLaylaWoman
over a year ago

North West

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month "

Get me to Vegas ASAP

!!!

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By *incskittenWoman
over a year ago

Nottingham

Today's announcement will be a huge disappointment for some.

Limited countries on the green list.

This is only part of travel restrictions being lifted.

Basically an experiment to see where we go from here.

No Spain, Italy, France, USA , initially.

Airports are expecting long queues.

Travel companies already increasing prices.

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By *etro1940sCouple
over a year ago

Kingston upon Thames

We are sticking to UK travel this year ... prudent and also helpful for local employment/enterprises.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Today's announcement will be a huge disappointment for some.

Limited countries on the green list.

This is only part of travel restrictions being lifted.

Basically an experiment to see where we go from here.

No Spain, Italy, France, USA , initially.

Airports are expecting long queues.

Travel companies already increasing prices.

I don’t need it to be green to book. I’ll book some

Places if amber. I don’t fancy hotel quarantine but I can handle isolating at home. Prices I’m sure will boom but that’s to be expected.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Today's announcement will be a huge disappointment for some.

Limited countries on the green list.

This is only part of travel restrictions being lifted.

Basically an experiment to see where we go from here.

No Spain, Italy, France, USA , initially.

Airports are expecting long queues.

Travel companies already increasing prices.

I take it you have inside information.

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By *incskittenWoman
over a year ago

Nottingham

"Today's announcement will be a huge disappointment for some.

Limited countries on the green list.

This is only part of travel restrictions being lifted.

Basically an experiment to see where we go from here.

No Spain, Italy, France, USA , initially.

Airports are expecting long queues.

Travel companies already increasing prices.

I take it you have inside information."

Widely reported in the press ...the info is out there .

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By *incskittenWoman
over a year ago

Nottingham

"Today's announcement will be a huge disappointment for some.

Limited countries on the green list.

This is only part of travel restrictions being lifted.

Basically an experiment to see where we go from here.

No Spain, Italy, France, USA , initially.

Airports are expecting long queues.

Travel companies already increasing prices.

I don’t need it to be green to book. I’ll book some

Places if amber. I don’t fancy hotel quarantine but I can handle isolating at home. Prices I’m sure will boom but that’s to be expected. "

Enjoy

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By *pursChick aka ShortieWoman
over a year ago

On a mooch

"Today's announcement will be a huge disappointment for some.

Limited countries on the green list.

This is only part of travel restrictions being lifted.

Basically an experiment to see where we go from here.

No Spain, Italy, France, USA , initially.

Airports are expecting long queues.

Travel companies already increasing prices.

I take it you have inside information.

Widely reported in the press ...the info is out there ."

It’s not been officially announced as yet, it’s speculation on the possible country placement

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By *incskittenWoman
over a year ago

Nottingham

"Today's announcement will be a huge disappointment for some.

Limited countries on the green list.

This is only part of travel restrictions being lifted.

Basically an experiment to see where we go from here.

No Spain, Italy, France, USA , initially.

Airports are expecting long queues.

Travel companies already increasing prices.

I take it you have inside information.

Widely reported in the press ...the info is out there .

It’s not been officially announced as yet, it’s speculation on the possible country placement "

That's correct

Nothing official as yet ...but with everything covid related most things are known before they are officially announced.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’m ready to gooooo, any ideas for the first vacay?

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By *iger-NWMan
over a year ago

Preston

As things stand at the moment, you would have to add at least £600 (for a couple) onto your costs because of the greedy twats overcharging for PCR tests.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"As things stand at the moment, you would have to add at least £600 (for a couple) onto your costs because of the greedy twats overcharging for PCR tests."

£175 each we paid for the mandatory day 2 and day 8 tests. So £350 for a couple. I think you will find these costs will rapidly drop or are subsidized as travel companies will look to remove any obstacles to people booking holidays.

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By *iger-NWMan
over a year ago

Preston

I've heard that PCR tests in Europe cost less than €50.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I've heard that PCR tests in Europe cost less than €50."

Tui announced yesterday they will introduce £20 tests

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By *ebjonnsonMan
over a year ago

Maldon

I still don’t get why people are so fixated with a holiday when there is still a global pandemic raging.

Don’t get me wrong, I love a holiday & going abroad it’s an important part of our lives, but these are desperate times. I will Walt.

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By *ittleMissCaliWoman
over a year ago

all loved up

"I've heard that PCR tests in Europe cost less than €50."
last time I looked in Italy it was €129 x hence I've not even looked at going yet.

I'm itching to go to Iceland while the eruption is still on going

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I still don’t get why people are so fixated with a holiday when there is still a global pandemic raging.

Don’t get me wrong, I love a holiday & going abroad it’s an important part of our lives, but these are desperate times. I will Walt."

Thank you for staying at home, I'll take you're seat, will send you a postcard

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By *ittleMissCaliWoman
over a year ago

all loved up

"I still don’t get why people are so fixated with a holiday when there is still a global pandemic raging.

Don’t get me wrong, I love a holiday & going abroad it’s an important part of our lives, but these are desperate times. I will Walt."

I would wait but what I want to see may not.. I will take all the precautions I can x but its not like I'm planning on heading off to somewhere with packed beaches and clubs. I want to go hiking to an isolated part of Iceland and sit on a hill and watch the little volcano

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By *isAdventure69Woman
over a year ago

Hampshire

I've booked already but it's not until next February and hopefully things will be more settled by then .

If I get the opportunity and rules are relaxed I'll probably book last minute and go home in the late summer

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By *ornLordMan
over a year ago

Wiltshire and London

"I still don’t get why people are so fixated with a holiday when there is still a global pandemic raging.

Don’t get me wrong, I love a holiday & going abroad it’s an important part of our lives, but these are desperate times. I will Walt."

Agreed!

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By *uietlykinkymeWoman
over a year ago

kinky land

I saw the "Tui £20 test" news yesterday

so I suspect other companies will follow suit soon enough.

Be good to finally get some answers

although I'm not packing just yet. A lot can change between now & August

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By *hatawasteMan
over a year ago

stafford

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month "

I'm minded of the early days of the lockdown and that song

Stay the f*ck at home and put your money into Britains tourist industry which has been all but demolished ..that's probably the best thing you or any others just itching to go abroad again can do.. For so many other reasons I haven't time to list them on here..

So no I wont be travelling anywhere outside the country probably until next year..

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month

I'm minded of the early days of the lockdown and that song

So no I wont be travelling anywhere outside the country probably until next year..

Nah best I can do is to go where I want to go. But u stay locked up tight inside directing others what they should do like usual.

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By *luttyLaylaWoman
over a year ago

North West

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month

I'm minded of the early days of the lockdown and that song

So no I wont be travelling anywhere outside the country probably until next year..

I’ve stayed the f*ck at home enough to last a life time.

Don’t get so het up about how people wanna spend their money and free time.

So rude

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By *uietlykinkymeWoman
over a year ago

kinky land

Theres 1.6 million people that work in the travel industry

I can't wait until we can travel

Even if it is just the holidays I should have taken last year

9 weeks of school terms left (+ 1 week half term) then we are free

(until September)

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month

I'm minded of the early days of the lockdown and that song

So no I wont be travelling anywhere outside the country probably until next year..

Nah best I can do is to go where I want to go. But u stay locked up tight inside directing others what they should do like usual. "

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By *iger-NWMan
over a year ago

Preston

If you go through a package company then I suspect there will be good offers. If I were to go to Spain (probably on amber list) via Easyjet as things now stand, I would have to pay £110 for a test here, pay for another test on arrival, and another £110 for a test when I get back. Then self isolate for 10 days. A wet weekend in Skegness suddenly sounds enticing.

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By *ittleMissCaliWoman
over a year ago

all loved up

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month

I'm minded of the early days of the lockdown and that song

So no I wont be travelling anywhere outside the country probably until next year..

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the British tourist industry isn't helping itself though. I normally go to Cornwall. This year the same trip I normally take would be over £2400 with fuel, the caravan, food etc... more than double what it normally is where I go. So I've got my eye on a holiday let in Sicily near modena beach instead. And even with cost of the tests currently... its cheaper by far than having a week in the UK.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"If you go through a package company then I suspect there will be good offers. If I were to go to Spain (probably on amber list) via Easyjet as things now stand, I would have to pay £110 for a test here, pay for another test on arrival, and another £110 for a test when I get back. Then self isolate for 10 days. A wet weekend in Skegness suddenly sounds enticing."

Maybe wait for the announcement in a few hours and things might change

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By *ebjonnsonMan
over a year ago

Maldon

"I still don’t get why people are so fixated with a holiday when there is still a global pandemic raging.

Don’t get me wrong, I love a holiday & going abroad it’s an important part of our lives, but these are desperate times. I will Walt.

I’ve been and would love to go back. I remember reading a newspaper guide to Iceland when there, there was a page titled ‘the guide to bars that fuck you up’. Can I come with you?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

would love a holiday after all the cancellations ive had

just going to wait and see how things go

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By *hatawasteMan
over a year ago

stafford

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month

I'm minded of the early days of the lockdown and that song

So no I wont be travelling anywhere outside the country probably until next year..

Nah best I can do is to go where I want to go. But u stay locked up tight inside directing others what they should do like usual. "

I don't direct.. Look it up in the dictionary! .. The verb, adverb and adjective of the word . It's easy to understand.

None fit my comment.

So as I suggested anyone holidaying in the uk will benefit a struggling uk hotelier on the coast.. That to me is a bit more safe and possibly even something patriotic.

If we stay and holiday at home for one year it will help support the uk economy rather than hand it over to countries outside the UK..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I've booked already but it's not until next February and hopefully things will be more settled by then .

If I get the opportunity and rules are relaxed I'll probably book last minute and go home in the late summer

Where would you recommend for February time..??

Hoping to go somewhere myself around then too but don’t know if it will be Goa and India as a whole or not yet.

Cheers

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By *allySlinkyWoman
over a year ago

Leeds

So as I suggested anyone holidaying in the uk will benefit a struggling uk hotelier on the coast.. That to me is a bit more safe and possibly even something patriotic.

If we stay and holiday at home for one year it will help support the uk economy rather than hand it over to countries outside the UK..

It won't support the pilots, cabin crew, airport shops and bars, taxi drivers, airport check-in and security staff, cleaners etc

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month

I'm minded of the early days of the lockdown and that song

So no I wont be travelling anywhere outside the country probably until next year..

Nah best I can do is to go where I want to go. But u stay locked up tight inside directing others what they should do like usual.

I don't direct.. Look it up in the dictionary! .. The verb, adverb and adjective of the word . It's easy to understand.

None fit my comment.

So as I suggested anyone holidaying in the uk will benefit a struggling uk hotelier on the coast.. That to me is a bit more safe and possibly even something patriotic.

If we stay and holiday at home for one year it will help support the uk economy rather than hand it over to countries outside the UK..

What about the money I pay to the airline for my flight ? What about the staff at Heathrow, baggage handlers, check in staff, air flight attendants, pilots etc. What about the money I spend in the airport on luxury goods ? What about the parking company I pay to park my car at the airport. The travel insurance I take out. Etc etc.

If you want to stay at home, that’s your right. But what is your obsession with expecting others to do the same. In 10 days time it would appear UK citizens can leave the country if they choose. That’s personal choice for all. There’s no right or wrong whether someone chooses to holiday abroad or in the UK. But that’s down to each person to decide for themselves. Not you

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I've booked already but it's not until next February and hopefully things will be more settled by then .

If I get the opportunity and rules are relaxed I'll probably book last minute and go home in the late summer

Where would you recommend for February time..??

Hoping to go somewhere myself around then too but don’t know if it will be Goa and India as a whole or not yet.

Cheers

The western cape of South Africa is at the peak of its summer season in February. A glorious place to be at that time of year

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

So as I suggested anyone holidaying in the uk will benefit a struggling uk hotelier on the coast.. That to me is a bit more safe and possibly even something patriotic.

If we stay and holiday at home for one year it will help support the uk economy rather than hand it over to countries outside the UK..

It won't support the pilots, cabin crew, airport shops and bars, taxi drivers, airport check-in and security staff, cleaners etc "

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By *luttyLaylaWoman
over a year ago

North West

So as I suggested anyone holidaying in the uk will benefit a struggling uk hotelier on the coast.. That to me is a bit more safe and possibly even something patriotic.

If we stay and holiday at home for one year it will help support the uk economy rather than hand it over to countries outside the UK..

It won't support the pilots, cabin crew, airport shops and bars, taxi drivers, airport check-in and security staff, cleaners etc

The whole patriotism argument sounds very similar to the “look after our own” argument lol!

If COVID-19 taught anyone anything it’s life’s too short to not do what makes you happy... and I’m happier or an all inclusive beach with a cocktail somewhere! Haha x

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By *izandpaulCouple
over a year ago

merseyside

Already booked flights and apartment in Gran Canaria beginning of September then flight from GC to Fuertuventura and finally ferry from Fuertuventura to Lanzarote.

Hopefully, making up for lost time.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

Most people want a good deal for their holidays, they are unlikely to get that in the UK.

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By *hatawasteMan
over a year ago

stafford

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

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By *hatawasteMan
over a year ago

stafford

So as I suggested anyone holidaying in the uk will benefit a struggling uk hotelier on the coast.. That to me is a bit more safe and possibly even something patriotic.

If we stay and holiday at home for one year it will help support the uk economy rather than hand it over to countries outside the UK..

It won't support the pilots, cabin crew, airport shops and bars, taxi drivers, airport check-in and security staff, cleaners etc "

Most if these have been on furlough or self employed grants for a year..

What it won't do is look after the pubs, hoteliers, campsites theatres etc who have had no help in most cases..

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By *incskittenWoman
over a year ago

Nottingham

So as I suggested anyone holidaying in the uk will benefit a struggling uk hotelier on the coast.. That to me is a bit more safe and possibly even something patriotic.

If we stay and holiday at home for one year it will help support the uk economy rather than hand it over to countries outside the UK..

It won't support the pilots, cabin crew, airport shops and bars, taxi drivers, airport check-in and security staff, cleaners etc

I'm all for supporting uk business ....saying that the only people who will benefit are the uk hotelier...if i holiday in this country i get zero value for money ...

I'm all for being patriotic bla bla bla.... have you seen the prices our good ole hotel owners are charging for this years breaks away!

Its daylight robbery...

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By *ntrepid ExplorersCouple
over a year ago

Birmingham

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month "

Weekends in NYC are great. I managed to be on land there for 50 hours a few years back. Felt so strange going that for for 2 nights, but still worth it!

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

So as I suggested anyone holidaying in the uk will benefit a struggling uk hotelier on the coast.. That to me is a bit more safe and possibly even something patriotic.

If we stay and holiday at home for one year it will help support the uk economy rather than hand it over to countries outside the UK..

It won't support the pilots, cabin crew, airport shops and bars, taxi drivers, airport check-in and security staff, cleaners etc

Most if these have been on furlough or self employed grants for a year..

What it won't do is look after the pubs, hoteliers, campsites theatres etc who have had no help in most cases.. "

Ok so we all need to only holiday in the UK. And also call ahead before spending any money anywhere to make sure I only spend money with people that haven’t received any financial support whilst closed ?? U really know how to sap the fun out of a holiday don’t ya

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’m desperate to go back to Sardinia, Italy. Looking at taking the kids in the 6 week school holidays.

I have however booked a Monday-Friday break to Devon for the may school holidays & a long weekend in a log cabin with a hot tub in November so far.

Now to find a nice weekend away with the girls for a over due catch up.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I’m desperate to go back to Sardinia, Italy. Looking at taking the kids in the 6 week school holidays.

I have however booked a Monday-Friday break to Devon for the may school holidays & a long weekend in a log cabin with a hot tub in November so far.

Now to find a nice weekend away with the girls for a over due catch up.

Sounds like u are all sorted ! A nice selection of trips to look forward to

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By *heNYCSausageMan
over a year ago

Everton

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month "

I’ve got a free trip to Dubai that I have to use this year or lose it. I’ve also paid for New York in December.

Hopefully enough time for both to go green on the list

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month

I’ve got a free trip to Dubai that I have to use this year or lose it. I’ve also paid for New York in December.

Hopefully enough time for both to go green on the list "

Two nice trips to enjoy. Lucky u

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I still don’t get why people are so fixated with a holiday when there is still a global pandemic raging.

Don’t get me wrong, I love a holiday & going abroad it’s an important part of our lives, but these are desperate times. I will Walt."

Yes, all part of the problem, impatience. It would just be nice to have a safe and stable situation in the uk and wait for things to improve worldwide. There’s no shortage of fun to be had here and despite missing our USA road trips we are not considering anything this year.

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By *ottoncandy42Woman
over a year ago

Northampton

"We are sticking to UK travel this year ... prudent and also helpful for local employment/enterprises. "

Me too, sensible idea x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"We are sticking to UK travel this year ... prudent and also helpful for local employment/enterprises.

Me too, sensible idea x"

this

would rather give the money to someone in the uk, as theve had a tough time recently, admit that other countries have had a hard time too, but charity begins at home

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By *hatawasteMan
over a year ago

stafford

So as I suggested anyone holidaying in the uk will benefit a struggling uk hotelier on the coast.. That to me is a bit more safe and possibly even something patriotic.

If we stay and holiday at home for one year it will help support the uk economy rather than hand it over to countries outside the UK..

It won't support the pilots, cabin crew, airport shops and bars, taxi drivers, airport check-in and security staff, cleaners etc

Most if these have been on furlough or self employed grants for a year..

What it won't do is look after the pubs, hoteliers, campsites theatres etc who have had no help in most cases..

Stop trying to score points.. And actually understand my point if view.. Instead if belittling me or trying to as you have with every reply.

Frankly if you aren't intelligent and or educated enough to enter into a debate with me about something.. Please don't try to!

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By *anky_PankyWoman
over a year ago

Filthy Fuckeryville

"I've heard that PCR tests in Europe cost less than €50.

Tui announced yesterday they will introduce £20 tests"

Mine in the USA was $129 with no symptoms or only $99 when I had symptoms (there is actually a logic there!) lol

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By *heNYCSausageMan
over a year ago

Everton

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month

I’ve got a free trip to Dubai that I have to use this year or lose it. I’ve also paid for New York in December.

Hopefully enough time for both to go green on the list

Two nice trips to enjoy. Lucky u "

Been postponed twice! Not lucky at all haha

And the Dubai has to be used this year and they’ve said they won’t extend it.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month

I’ve got a free trip to Dubai that I have to use this year or lose it. I’ve also paid for New York in December.

Hopefully enough time for both to go green on the list

Two nice trips to enjoy. Lucky u

Been postponed twice! Not lucky at all haha

And the Dubai has to be used this year and they’ve said they won’t extend it. "

NY in December is magical. We were there for Xmas a few years ago.

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By *ilmissplumpyWoman
over a year ago

Wolverhampton

We booked foe October back in December when a vaccine was announced, we are hopeful it will go ahead.

Sadly we also booked for end of June in Lanzarote but we changed that to next May as that wasn't gonna happen.

Torquay it is

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By *anky_PankyWoman
over a year ago

Filthy Fuckeryville

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month

I’ve got a free trip to Dubai that I have to use this year or lose it. I’ve also paid for New York in December.

Hopefully enough time for both to go green on the list

Two nice trips to enjoy. Lucky u

Been postponed twice! Not lucky at all haha

And the Dubai has to be used this year and they’ve said they won’t extend it.

NY in December is magical. We were there for Xmas a few years ago. "

I did mid Dec 17..... Stayed at the Hilton on 42nd just near Time Square - and it pissed down all weekend!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

So as I suggested anyone holidaying in the uk will benefit a struggling uk hotelier on the coast.. That to me is a bit more safe and possibly even something patriotic.

If we stay and holiday at home for one year it will help support the uk economy rather than hand it over to countries outside the UK..

It won't support the pilots, cabin crew, airport shops and bars, taxi drivers, airport check-in and security staff, cleaners etc

Most if these have been on furlough or self employed grants for a year..

What it won't do is look after the pubs, hoteliers, campsites theatres etc who have had no help in most cases..

Stop trying to score points.. And actually understand my point if view.. Instead if belittling me or trying to as you have with every reply.

Frankly if you aren't intelligent and or educated enough to enter into a debate with me about something.. Please don't try to! "

Kettle can I introduce you to pot.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

So as I suggested anyone holidaying in the uk will benefit a struggling uk hotelier on the coast.. That to me is a bit more safe and possibly even something patriotic.

If we stay and holiday at home for one year it will help support the uk economy rather than hand it over to countries outside the UK..

It won't support the pilots, cabin crew, airport shops and bars, taxi drivers, airport check-in and security staff, cleaners etc

Most if these have been on furlough or self employed grants for a year..

What it won't do is look after the pubs, hoteliers, campsites theatres etc who have had no help in most cases..

Stop trying to score points.. And actually understand my point if view.. Instead if belittling me or trying to as you have with every reply.

Frankly if you aren't intelligent and or educated enough to enter into a debate with me about something.. Please don't try to! "

What are u talking about, trying to score points ? With whom ? Your point of view is YOUR point of view. My issue is that u want to ram it down everyone’s throat. If YOU choose to hide under your bed for the next year or two I have no issue with that, you stay locked up. My issue is that u seem insistent on telling everyone else they should be doing the same.

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By *incskittenWoman
over a year ago

Nottingham

Let's respect each other's opinions and not turn this into an argument... there isnt a one size fits all.

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By *exy4youxxWoman
over a year ago

Pontefract

"Today's announcement will be a huge disappointment for some.

Limited countries on the green list.

This is only part of travel restrictions being lifted.

Basically an experiment to see where we go from here.

No Spain, Italy, France, USA , initially.

Airports are expecting long queues.

Travel companies already increasing prices.

I don’t need it to be green to book. I’ll book some

Places if amber. I don’t fancy hotel quarantine but I can handle isolating at home. Prices I’m sure will boom but that’s to be expected. "

I have already got a holiday to Majorca in October booked and paid for booked ages ago when they said it was likely hols would go ahead I refuse to pay these covid tests or have to isolate at home im hoping I don't have to do this come October time if I do im hoping they will move my holiday to next year then I will just find somewhere nice to go in uk

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Let's respect each other's opinions and not turn this into an argument... there isnt a one size fits all."

Exactly. Stay at home, fine. Want to go abroad, fine. But let’s not try and force our opinions on others.

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By *allySlinkyWoman
over a year ago

Leeds

would rather give the money to someone in the uk, as theve had a tough time recently, admit that other countries have had a hard time too, but charity begins at home"

I think countries who generate over 90% of their total income from tourism have had a harder time than UK.

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By *ady LickWoman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

Have there been some announcements on holidays? I've not heard any news today.

I was out with my friend drinking coffee, eating a bacon & egg roll on a golf club balcony fantasising about being around a glorious pool contemplating what cocktail to have next and what to wear for dinner.

Can't do that in Great Yarmouth, well you can but it's not the same!

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Have there been some announcements on holidays? I've not heard any news today.

Can't do that in Great Yarmouth, well you can but it's not the same!

Haha

There is an update at 5 pm on BBC 24 hour news

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

would rather give the money to someone in the uk, as theve had a tough time recently, admit that other countries have had a hard time too, but charity begins at home

I think countries who generate over 90% of their total income from tourism have had a harder time than UK. "

true but the hospo industry in the uk has had a hamering aswell, i know loads of people in the industry that have had to claim either uc or other benifits, would it not be a good idea to support them so they can earn money before we worry about other countries, and yes i do feel for those other countries, but i care more about people in the uk, it only costs us all more if people cant work here

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

fully understand why others want holidays this year but im holding fire until at least next summer ..i feel there is too much that can go wrong at this point

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By *luttyLaylaWoman
over a year ago

North West

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central

I'm not going anywhere until things are settled and it's safer. Just took a quick peek at prices for May and June

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By *uminsiderMKMan
over a year ago

St Austell

12 countries on the 'green' list - but not all will accept tourists...

....so though you're allowed go to some, they might not let you...

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By *ittleMissCaliWoman
over a year ago

all loved up

"12 countries on the 'green' list - but not all will accept tourists...

....so though you're allowed go to some, they might not let you... "
I think most places were waiting to see if they were on the green list before saying yay or nay

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By *igsteve43Man
over a year ago

derby

So even going to a green country will require three tests, at over 100 pounds each ,think ill wait

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"So even going to a green country will require three tests, at over 100 pounds each ,think ill wait "

Some travel companies are doing them cheaper..TUI start at £20

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By *igsteve43Man
over a year ago

derby

So even going to a green country will require three tests, at over 100 pounds each ,think ill wait

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"So even going to a green country will require three tests, at over 100 pounds each ,think ill wait "

See above

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By *hatawasteMan
over a year ago

stafford

So as I suggested anyone holidaying in the uk will benefit a struggling uk hotelier on the coast.. That to me is a bit more safe and possibly even something patriotic.

If we stay and holiday at home for one year it will help support the uk economy rather than hand it over to countries outside the UK..

It won't support the pilots, cabin crew, airport shops and bars, taxi drivers, airport check-in and security staff, cleaners etc

Most if these have been on furlough or self employed grants for a year..

What it won't do is look after the pubs, hoteliers, campsites theatres etc who have had no help in most cases..

Stop trying to score points.. And actually understand my point if view.. Instead if belittling me or trying to as you have with every reply.

Frankly if you aren't intelligent and or educated enough to enter into a debate with me about something.. Please don't try to!

If you have a personal issue with me and still can't understand what healthy debate is.. take it out of the forum!

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central

"So even going to a green country will require three tests, at over 100 pounds each ,think ill wait "

Thankfully many tests are cheaper now than last year.

I still don't know the 12 green countries, except for Israel and Portugal. Obviously tests in these places may cost differently to here but the UK has been 1 of the highest

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"So even going to a green country will require three tests, at over 100 pounds each ,think ill wait

Some travel companies are doing them cheaper..TUI start at £20

Thats not for CPR test which the UK government require.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"So even going to a green country will require three tests, at over 100 pounds each ,think ill wait

Thankfully many tests are cheaper now than last year.

I still don't know the 12 green countries, except for Israel and Portugal. Obviously tests in these places may cost differently to here but the UK has been 1 of the highest "

Have a look on 'travel update' thread, Eden has kindly posted it.

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By *aria_dreamgirlTV/TS
over a year ago

stockport

When the traffic lights are on green as you approach them they suddenly turn red. Same for these holiday destinations this year I think.Look at Turkey.Soon to go red.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"So even going to a green country will require three tests, at over 100 pounds each ,think ill wait

Some travel companies are doing them cheaper..TUI start at £20

Thats not for CPR test which the UK government require. "

Haven't checked the details Lorna. They have more than one package though.

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By *lamourpussyCouple
over a year ago

Warwick

"Today's announcement will be a huge disappointment for some.

Limited countries on the green list.

This is only part of travel restrictions being lifted.

Basically an experiment to see where we go from here.

No Spain, Italy, France, USA , initially.

Airports are expecting long queues.

Travel companies already increasing prices.

I don’t need it to be green to book. I’ll book some

Places if amber. I don’t fancy hotel quarantine but I can handle isolating at home. Prices I’m sure will boom but that’s to be expected.

If you look at the terms and conditions of your holiday booking you will almost certainly find that you won’t get the opportunity to rebook. We looked at most of the big holiday companies as that was our main concern and non of them provided that possibility

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"So even going to a green country will require three tests, at over 100 pounds each ,think ill wait

Some travel companies are doing them cheaper..TUI start at £20

Thats not for CPR test which the UK government require. "

If they need CPR things are desperate.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"So even going to a green country will require three tests, at over 100 pounds each ,think ill wait

Some travel companies are doing them cheaper..TUI start at £20

Thats not for CPR test which the UK government require.

If they need CPR things are desperate."

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Today's announcement will be a huge disappointment for some.

Limited countries on the green list.

This is only part of travel restrictions being lifted.

Basically an experiment to see where we go from here.

No Spain, Italy, France, USA , initially.

Airports are expecting long queues.

Travel companies already increasing prices.

I don’t need it to be green to book. I’ll book some

Places if amber. I don’t fancy hotel quarantine but I can handle isolating at home. Prices I’m sure will boom but that’s to be expected.

Our did! We have literally just off the phone and rebooked ours with no extra cost from June this year to June next year.

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central

"So even going to a green country will require three tests, at over 100 pounds each ,think ill wait

Thankfully many tests are cheaper now than last year.

I still don't know the 12 green countries, except for Israel and Portugal. Obviously tests in these places may cost differently to here but the UK has been 1 of the highest

Have a look on 'travel update' thread, Eden has kindly posted it."

Thanks

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"So even going to a green country will require three tests, at over 100 pounds each ,think ill wait

Thankfully many tests are cheaper now than last year.

I still don't know the 12 green countries, except for Israel and Portugal. Obviously tests in these places may cost differently to here but the UK has been 1 of the highest

Have a look on 'travel update' thread, Eden has kindly posted it.

Thanks

You're welcome, Sophie. I think BBC news online will be updated now. X

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By *allySlinkyWoman
over a year ago

Leeds

Anyone fancy a holiday to the Falklands or the Faroe Islands ?

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Anyone fancy a holiday to the Falklands or the Faroe Islands ?"

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By *ty31Man
over a year ago

NW London

I quite like the look of Gibraltar, Singapore or Israel.

I'm glad that foreign travel is starting to open up again. People forget just how many people (both here and abroad) depend on it for their livelihoods etc.

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By *allySlinkyWoman
over a year ago

Leeds

I looked at Israel and the hotel are really expensive.

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By *ty31Man
over a year ago

NW London

"I looked at Israel and the hotel are really expensive. "

Backpackers hostels? A lot have private rooms available too

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I looked at Israel and the hotel are really expensive. "

We should have gone last May. Took advantage of the new Virgin Atlantic route opening up with a lot of reward seat availability. Obviously had to cancel and took the refund but hope to get there at some point. You are right we booked a hotel that although was nice wasn’t blow your mind and think it was £300/400 a night

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By *allySlinkyWoman
over a year ago

Leeds

Yes everything reasonable I looked at was £400 a night.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

But for the 12 countries on the green list only Iceland is allowing tourism at the minute.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"But for the 12 countries on the green list only Iceland is allowing tourism at the minute.

So is Israel if you are fully vaccinated.

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By *ittleMissCaliWoman
over a year ago

all loved up

"But for the 12 countries on the green list only Iceland is allowing tourism at the minute.

Yay... sorry but I am so ready to go to Iceland. Just got to find out about the tests and study. Iceland are saying with vaccination certificates there are less restrictions.. but we dont have them here yet

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By *allySlinkyWoman
over a year ago

Leeds

Is it actually possible to go on holiday anywhere abroad ?

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central

"I looked at Israel and the hotel are really expensive. "

I'm guessing that they'll be going up front now too Sally

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central

"I looked at Israel and the hotel are really expensive.

I'm guessing that they'll be going up front now too Sally

From now...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"But for the 12 countries on the green list only Iceland is allowing tourism at the minute.

So is Israel if you are fully vaccinated. "

At the moment Israel travel regulations are as follows:

Israel/Jerusalem – Foreign nationals not permitted unless in exceptional circumstances, but plans in place to allow vaccinated people and recovered Covid patients to visit.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I don’t want a holiday. I just need to be in Turkey before mid June to sort out paperwork. After that it will make it a nightmare. But I’m fucked if I’m gonna go and then have to be quarantined in a fucking hotel at 1700 quid for the privilege. It’s a nightmare.

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By *heNYCSausageMan
over a year ago

Everton

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month

I’ve got a free trip to Dubai that I have to use this year or lose it. I’ve also paid for New York in December.

Hopefully enough time for both to go green on the list

Two nice trips to enjoy. Lucky u

Been postponed twice! Not lucky at all haha

And the Dubai has to be used this year and they’ve said they won’t extend it.

NY in December is magical. We were there for Xmas a few years ago. "

I 100% agree with you, used to live there

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By *heNYCSausageMan
over a year ago

Everton

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month

I’ve got a free trip to Dubai that I have to use this year or lose it. I’ve also paid for New York in December.

Hopefully enough time for both to go green on the list

Two nice trips to enjoy. Lucky u

Been postponed twice! Not lucky at all haha

And the Dubai has to be used this year and they’ve said they won’t extend it.

NY in December is magical. We were there for Xmas a few years ago.

I did mid Dec 17..... Stayed at the Hilton on 42nd just near Time Square - and it pissed down all weekend!

I was there Dec 2017 paid for by the lovely people at Smooth Radio. It snowed most of the time for me haha

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By *luttyLaylaWoman
over a year ago

North West

"But for the 12 countries on the green list only Iceland is allowing tourism at the minute.

Read the list and thought “no where I want to go... but random lady off fab will be happy

” haha xx

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By *ittleMissCaliWoman
over a year ago

all loved up

"But for the 12 countries on the green list only Iceland is allowing tourism at the minute.

Read the list and thought “no where I want to go... but random lady off fab will be happy

” haha xx"
hahaha I even have the refunded flights sat waiting. I'm actually training for the hike up to the volcano lol

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By *asIsaCouple
over a year ago

harrow

"I looked at Israel and the hotel are really expensive. "

You can only go to Israel as part of an organized tour group. That is unlikely to change before August

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By *exy4youxxWoman
over a year ago

Pontefract

"I looked at Israel and the hotel are really expensive. "

If they are hiking up prices no one will go they will soon have to lower them again when they realise we refuse to be ripped off because of a pandemic that has effectd all of us x

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By *allySlinkyWoman
over a year ago

Leeds

"I don’t want a holiday. I just need to be in Turkey before mid June to sort out paperwork. After that it will make it a nightmare. But I’m fucked if I’m gonna go and then have to be quarantined in a fucking hotel at 1700 quid for the privilege. It’s a nightmare.

It does sound like a nightmare for you.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Think im waiting till at least September. Too much too soon. We need baby steps. Or we be right back to square one

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By *moothshaftMan
over a year ago

Coventry

Or not. As in the case of millions of furloughed people like myself.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Or not. As in the case of millions of furloughed people like myself.

Whats that got to do with holidays?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Think im waiting till at least September. Too much too soon. We need baby steps. Or we be right back to square one"

We won't end up at square one.

We have a successful vaccine programme and much better therapeutics.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I looked at Israel and the hotel are really expensive.

If they are hiking up prices no one will go they will soon have to lower them again when they realise we refuse to be ripped off because of a pandemic that has effectd all of us x "

They wont though because people always pay those prices and don't forget its not just people in the UK that want to go there.

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By *hatawasteMan
over a year ago

stafford

"I looked at Israel and the hotel are really expensive.

If they are hiking up prices no one will go they will soon have to lower them again when they realise we refuse to be ripped off because of a pandemic that has effectd all of us x

They wont though because people always pay those prices and don't forget its not just people in the UK that want to go there. "

Plenty of good fishing and golf on the Falkland islands

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By *hatawasteMan
over a year ago

stafford

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month

I'm minded of the early days of the lockdown and that song

So no I wont be travelling anywhere outside the country probably until next year..

I’ve stayed the f*ck at home enough to last a life time.

Don’t get so het up about how people wanna spend their money and free time.

So rude "

Its a quote not an instruction.. Thought that was obvious!

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By *ommenhimCouple
over a year ago

wigan

"But for the 12 countries on the green list only Iceland is allowing tourism at the minute.

So is Israel if you are fully vaccinated.

At the moment Israel travel regulations are as follows:

Israel/Jerusalem – Foreign nationals not permitted unless in exceptional circumstances, but plans in place to allow vaccinated people and recovered Covid patients to visit."

What is a recovered COVID patient?

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By *oubleswing2019Man
over a year ago

Colchester

Did some hunting around. (Not looking for a holiday per se, just interested what is out there).

Search on Tui

7 nights to Portugal from Jun 1 2021

2 Adults, 0 Children

Sort by low to high

7 Nights in The Algarve (Self Catering) : £444.00 per person (1 room left)

failing that, 7 nights in Maderia (Breakfast only), £518.00 per person

Entry back to UK Requirements from a Green Country

1. Complete a Passenger Locator Form 48 hours before you're due to return

2. Take an antigen (rapid flow) test within the 3 days before you begin your journey home

3. Take a PCR test within the first 2 days after you get home.

You will be required to show a negative RT-PCR test result for SARS/COVID-19 taken within 72 hours of departure

Tui can provide test kits at £20 per person for requirements 2 and 3.

Algarve

2 Adults £888.00

Airport Parking : £55.00

Tests : £40.00

Total = £983.00

This excludes spending money. No idea but £100 a day for 2 people to cover lunch and dinner seems reasonable.

+ £700.00

Total = £1683.00

Alternative search for a week in Cornwall in a cheap hotel (B&B), approx £465 base cost for 2, plus £700 for spending money, so £1165

I have no idea if those are reasonable prices as we've never done a package holiday.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Unless the world operates the same.. you potentially have an increased risk.

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central

"I looked at Israel and the hotel are really expensive.

If they are hiking up prices no one will go they will soon have to lower them again when they realise we refuse to be ripped off because of a pandemic that has effectd all of us x "

I've looked at Israel hotel prices for 2 years or so and they can generally be quite expensive, higher than much of Europe. Tel Aviv has many hotels and I stayed there many years ago - it wasn't too cheap off season. I'm guessing it's about a limited commodity, with high demand for it.

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By *allySlinkyWoman
over a year ago

Leeds

"Did some hunting around. (Not looking for a holiday per se, just interested what is out there).

Search on Tui

7 nights to Portugal from Jun 1 2021

2 Adults, 0 Children

Sort by low to high

7 Nights in The Algarve (Self Catering) : £444.00 per person (1 room left)

failing that, 7 nights in Maderia (Breakfast only), £518.00 per person

Entry back to UK Requirements from a Green Country

1. Complete a Passenger Locator Form 48 hours before you're due to return

2. Take an antigen (rapid flow) test within the 3 days before you begin your journey home

3. Take a PCR test within the first 2 days after you get home.

You will be required to show a negative RT-PCR test result for SARS/COVID-19 taken within 72 hours of departure

Tui can provide test kits at £20 per person for requirements 2 and 3.

Algarve

2 Adults £888.00

Airport Parking : £55.00

Tests : £40.00

Total = £983.00

This excludes spending money. No idea but £100 a day for 2 people to cover lunch and dinner seems reasonable.

+ £700.00

Total = £1683.00

Alternative search for a week in Cornwall in a cheap hotel (B&B), approx £465 base cost for 2, plus £700 for spending money, so £1165

I have no idea if those are reasonable prices as we've never done a package holiday."

You have included airport parking for Portugal but not petrol to drive to Cornwall

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By *allySlinkyWoman
over a year ago

Leeds

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month "

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By *ust RachelTV/TS
over a year ago

Horsham

Sounds like a holiday in the UK, will be on the cards for this year for some.

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By *nmgCouple
over a year ago

Liverpool

We've had a holiday in Madeira booked since August 2019 - postponed it for 12 months last year,band I'll be cancelling it on Monday.

Masks mandatory on the plane, PCR tests required, 50% max capacity in bars & restaurants, limitations on swimming pools and excursions - it's not the holiday I booked.

Gutted, but we'll be looking for somewhere in the UK again this year

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By *exywheelsCouple
over a year ago

inverness

"I looked at Israel and the hotel are really expensive. "

Have visited half a dozen times it is a very expensive country. £10 for a dram. If I remember correctly Tel aviv is in the top ten most expensive city's in the world to live in

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By *allySlinkyWoman
over a year ago

Leeds

"We've had a holiday in Madeira booked since August 2019 - postponed it for 12 months last year,band I'll be cancelling it on Monday.

Masks mandatory on the plane, PCR tests required, 50% max capacity in bars & restaurants, limitations on swimming pools and excursions - it's not the holiday I booked.

Gutted, but we'll be looking for somewhere in the UK again this year "

Things might improve by August

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By *inky man 64Man
over a year ago

farnborough

not booking any overseas trips this year, i would rather put my money back in our own economy.

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By *allySlinkyWoman
over a year ago

Leeds

"not booking any overseas trips this year, i would rather put my money back in our own economy."

Do you only buy British food and products ?

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By *essie.Woman
over a year ago

Serendipity

For now all I’ve got booked is a trip to Devon in the summer and a log cabin with hot tub this winter. I think I will wait and book a trip abroad next spring when hopefully it will all be more normal.

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By *eedsmale36Man
over a year ago

Leeds

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month "

Just booked this morning, 2 weeks all inclusive in the Falkland Islands in January, now I’m off to John Lewis to buy some extra tight budgie smugglers, bring on the sunshine

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By *eedsmale36Man
over a year ago

Leeds

"I looked at Israel and the hotel are really expensive.

Have visited half a dozen times it is a very expensive country. £10 for a dram. If I remember correctly Tel aviv is in the top ten most expensive city's in the world to live in"

You have to visit Israel just to experience their border patrol staff, guess they have reason to be paranoid

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month

Happy to see the removal of the travel ban. Got a trip to an amber booked already. Just waiting now to see if the UK/US open up a corridor.

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By *herrySnickersWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere

"I still don’t get why people are so fixated with a holiday when there is still a global pandemic raging.

Don’t get me wrong, I love a holiday & going abroad it’s an important part of our lives, but these are desperate times. I will Walt."

You seem to be the only person with any sense...

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"I still don’t get why people are so fixated with a holiday when there is still a global pandemic raging.

Don’t get me wrong, I love a holiday & going abroad it’s an important part of our lives, but these are desperate times. I will Walt.

You seem to be the only person with any sense... "

My first trip will be to your neck of the woods. When it's actually possible

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Holidays?

It would be nice to travel to and from Northern Ireland without having to Self Isolate!

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By *herrySnickersWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere

"I still don’t get why people are so fixated with a holiday when there is still a global pandemic raging.

Don’t get me wrong, I love a holiday & going abroad it’s an important part of our lives, but these are desperate times. I will Walt.

You seem to be the only person with any sense...

My first trip will be to your neck of the woods. When it's actually possible

I think it could be some time...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Hoping more countries are added soon. Booked Amalfi Coast for Sept - everything crossed.

However, it's more than obvious that the gov is actively trying to discourage people from traveling: highlighting costs of isolation, green-listing countries that don't accept U.K., citizens, wheeling out the boarder force chap to warn of long queues at the boarders.

It's an overly cautious approach, in my opinion. Too much handholding to the detriment of the economy and mental health of the population.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"I still don’t get why people are so fixated with a holiday when there is still a global pandemic raging.

Don’t get me wrong, I love a holiday & going abroad it’s an important part of our lives, but these are desperate times. I will Walt.

You seem to be the only person with any sense...

My first trip will be to your neck of the woods. When it's actually possible

I think it could be some time... "

Yup.

I'm a citizen and I'm not even attempting that shit any time soon.

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By *iss_tressWoman
over a year ago

London

"The sun is shining, it’s Friday, and today marks another positive forward step out of Covid restrictions. Another return to normal life and being able to do what we want.

Anyone else feeling great today ?"

I've felt great most days. I did begin to feel down then remembered doctors telling my parents I wouldn't live past 30: I'm in my 60s so tend to have a positive life view.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"The sun is shining, it’s Friday, and today marks another positive forward step out of Covid restrictions. Another return to normal life and being able to do what we want.

Anyone else feeling great today ?

I've felt great most days. I did begin to feel down then remembered doctors telling my parents I wouldn't live past 30: I'm in my 60s so tend to have a positive life view."

That's great! X

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month

Happy to see the removal of the travel ban. Got a trip to an amber booked already. Just waiting now to see if the UK/US open up a corridor. "

Removal of which travel ban?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Usual bollocks,

Week all inclusive in the ascension islands ?

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By *irtyd468Man
over a year ago

North

A few long weekend breaks booked for the UK this year.

I wont be looking to go abroad until next year now and then I will only book last minute.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month

Happy to see the removal of the travel ban. Got a trip to an amber booked already. Just waiting now to see if the UK/US open up a corridor.

Removal of which travel ban?"

You probably meant the UK travel ban right. I got excited thinking other countries were letting us in.

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By *oubleswing2019Man
over a year ago

Colchester

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By *oubleswing2019Man
over a year ago

Colchester

Indeed I didn't and missed that one. I was quickly throwing rough costs together for comparison and missed it. Thank you.

And I suppose as well as the cost to and from Cornwall, most folks might do an extra tank or two for sightseeing as well. It all adds up.

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By *el65Man
over a year ago

paisley

"So it’s finally here. Today we will find out where and when we can travel again. Who else will be spending some money today on some trips ?

Hoping the States is Green so we can have a weekend in NY later this month

I'm minded of the early days of the lockdown and that song

So no I wont be travelling anywhere outside the country probably until next year..

the British tourist industry isn't helping itself though. I normally go to Cornwall. This year the same trip I normally take would be over £2400 with fuel, the caravan, food etc... more than double what it normally is where I go. So I've got my eye on a holiday let in Sicily near modena beach instead. And even with cost of the tests currently... its cheaper by far than having a week in the UK.

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so true , we were checking some places out up here was getting quoted £200-£300 a nigh for some places? i know hotels have lost alot , but ripping people off now is no way to get it back looks like a few day trips for us

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By *oubleswing2019Man
over a year ago

Colchester

"so true , we were checking some places out up here was getting quoted £200-£300 a nigh for some places? i know hotels have lost alot , but ripping people off now is no way to get it back looks like a few day trips for us "

I strongly suspect that this is going to be the norm for at least the next 12 months ahead. Why ?

Hotel loses 100K turn over in last 12 months. Fortunately, owners are able to service their existing debts or obtain emergency bank loan.

When things open up again, and to get the extra debt down, hotel needs to raise prices.

This can backfire if there is a lot of competition in the area, But if a lot of competition has gone bust/bankrupt, there is less supply to the punters, so prices can rise without too much bother.

Of course, the market decides eventually.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Supply & demand. As long as their is enough demand, which for a period there will be, then people will pay inflated prices.

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By *oubleswing2019Man
over a year ago

Colchester

"Supply & demand. As long as their is enough demand, which for a period there will be, then people will pay inflated prices. "

Spot on.

The best way to drive prices down in a demand-driven economy is to reduce demand, and that is by constraining your own demand and changing lifestyle habits.

I think we'd all had good "practice" at that over the last 15 months.

Everything I have bought since Mar last year has been on Amazon or other e-tailers. That's enough time to bed in as a lifetime decision never to need the High St shops ever again.

The money I have saved through not impulse buying has been eye-popping and I suggest some other folks have also come to the same conclusion.

It's really made me realise how much marketing affects the individual and how much pointless crap we buy that isn't essential.

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By *orthern StarsCouple
over a year ago

Durham

We have Tenerife in August booked. Hoping we can go. The prices of a holiday in the UK are extortionate, but we have booked one for this country in case we can't go abroad.

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By *pursChick aka ShortieWoman
over a year ago

On a mooch

I will go abroad again when the time is right. For now I’m lucky my folks live in two great places in the UK, so they will be our holiday and precious family catch up time.

Grateful I don’t have to pay UK accommodation prices, which have gone up a minimum of a third and more in some cases.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Wondering how many people have traveled out side of the Uk in the last year ? And what people are expecting when travel opens?

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By *moothshaftMan
over a year ago

Coventry

"Or not. As in the case of millions of furloughed people like myself.

Whats that got to do with holidays?"

As the OP states, 'time to book holidays', and I've stated that I can't afford to. Simple really.

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