Seek the sun

Calling all sun worshippers: get your Vitamin D fix in any of these sunny destinations. Look forward to beaches of soft sand and clear, turquoise waters.

Albania

You'll love it if you're into
Exploring undiscovered natural and cultural beauty that's not too far away.
The Albanian Riviera boasts 200+ days of sunshine a year and the whole country offers very affordable food and lodging. Albania is the place to go when you want that southern European vibe, complete with beaches and tan lines, for much less money. Visit Ksamil and find your own uninhabited island, or trek from Gjipe Canyon to a gorgeous beach with amazing water.

Entry information

Open

Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Albania without restrictions.

Visitors from the United Kingdom are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Albania.

Foreign citizens regardless of their vaccination status can travel to Albania.

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Local summary

Masks:Not required in enclosed environments and public transportation.
Restaurants:Open

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Flight, stay and hire car pricing per city

TiranaDurrësVlorëShkodër

Stay

median price per night

Tirana£83
Durrës£81
Vlorë£64
Shkodër£45

Hire car

median price per day

Tirana£24
Durrës£16
Vlorë£48
Shkodër£87

Sri Lanka

You'll love it if you're into
Culture and wildlife in an environment that's uniquely its own.
Known as the pearl of the Indian Ocean, there are plenty of reasons to visit the island of Sri Lanka. Head to Colombo for a multitude of sunny beaches and extraordinary restaurants with sumptuous cuisine or head north to Jaffna or Anuradhapura to bask in Sri Lanka's rich ancient history.

Entry information

Open

Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Sri Lanka without restrictions.

Visitors from the United Kingdom are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Sri Lanka.

Travelers are allowed to enter Sri Lanka.

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Local summary

Masks:Not required in public spaces, enclosed environments and public transportation.
Restaurants:Open with restrictions

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Flight, stay and hire car pricing per city

ColomboNuwara EliyaKandyAnuradhapura

Stay

median price per night

Colombo£97
Nuwara Eliya£99
Kandy£61
Anuradhapura£32

Hire car

median price per day

Colombo£34
Nuwara EliyaN/A
KandyN/A
AnuradhapuraN/A

Colombia

You'll love it if you're into
Unspoiled nature, city life and limitless opportunities.
Colombia is one of South America’s most diverse countries, with something for everyone. From Cartagena to Santa Marta and San Andrés on the Caribbean coast, you'll find anything from day-trips to absolute exclusivity on Colombia’s finest beaches. Bogotá and Medellín are two must-see metropolises with many social and cultural activities.

Entry information

Open

Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Colombia without restrictions.

Visitors from the United Kingdom are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Colombia.

Travelers must wear masks in most indoor public places and on public transportation in certain municipalities.

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Local summary

Masks:Not required in enclosed environments and public transportation.
Restaurants:Open

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Flight, stay and hire car pricing per city

BogotáCartagenaSanta MartaSan Andrés

Stay

median price per night

Bogotá£88
Cartagena£160
Santa Marta£52
San Andrés£119

Hire car

median price per day

Bogotá£33
Cartagena£48
Santa Marta£36
San AndrésN/A

Cape Verde

You'll love it if you're into
Relaxing on beaches and islands, soaking up the vibrant history.
Cape Verde is comprised of a group of islands, each offering its own unique experience. Sal is Cape Verde’s sunniest island and offers an expanse of sandy beach and barren landscapes. Its rich colonial history is embodied by a mix of European and African influences in Praia or São Vicente.

Entry information

Open

Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Cape Verde without restrictions.

Visitors from the United Kingdom are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Cape Verde.

Travelers are advised to present a health insurance and travel assistance with COVID-19 coverage. They will need to provide the reservation or hotel name where they will stay in Cape Verde.

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Local summary

Masks:Not required in public spaces, enclosed environments and public transportation.
Restaurants:Open

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Flight, stay and hire car pricing per city

PraiaSanta MariaBoa VistaEspargos

Stay

median price per night

Praia£126
Santa Maria£181
Boa Vista£133
Espargos£167

Hire car

median price per day

Praia£60
Santa MariaN/A
Boa VistaN/A
EspargosN/A

Réunion

You'll love it if you're into
Taking part in outdoor adventures in and out of the sea.
Besides excellent weather almost all year round, you’ll find that Réunion is surrounded by some of the clearest waters, home to a vast array of animal species. Its immense network of lava tunnels allows you to explore the island underground, while there are over 600 miles worth of hiking trails to traverse too.

Entry information

Open

Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Réunion without restrictions.

Visitors from the United Kingdom are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Réunion.

Foreign travelers regardless of their vaccination status and purpose of travel can enter the country.

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Local summary

Masks:Not required in enclosed environments and public transportation.
Restaurants:Open

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Flight, stay and hire car pricing per city

Saint-DenisSaint-PaulSaint-PierreSaint-Paul

Stay

median price per night

Saint-Denis£113
Saint-Paul£136
Saint-Pierre£98
Saint-Paul£136

Hire car

median price per day

Saint-Denis£23
Saint-PaulN/A
Saint-PierreN/A
Saint-PaulN/A

Cyprus

You'll love it if you're into
Fun, sun, history and fresh local produce.
Cyprus is an island adorned with cultural highlights, sunny beaches and beautiful landscapes. There is really something for everyone here, from Fig Tree Bay and Nissi Beach, where travellers can take morning and evening walks on the whitest sand, to ancient sites such as the Tomb of the Kings or Ayios Lazaros for those seeking to awaken their inner archaeologist.

Entry information

Open

Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Cyprus without restrictions.

Visitors from the United Kingdom are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Cyprus.

Travelers from Russia cannot fly directly to Cyprus.

This page covers COVID-19 related travel restrictions only. For other travel restrictions, please check the guidance from your local authorities.

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Local summary

Masks:Not required on public transportation.
Restaurants:Open

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Flight, stay and hire car pricing per city

NicosiaPaphosAyia NapaPolis Chrysochous

Stay

median price per night

Nicosia£118
Paphos£177
Ayia Napa£105
Polis Chrysochous£163

Hire car

median price per day

Nicosia£27
Paphos£22
Ayia Napa£29
Polis Chrysochous£21

Egypt

You'll love it if you're into
Not having to travel far to find some sun.
One of the best things about Egypt is that you don't have to fly far to get your fill of sun - even in February. Egypt is especially known for snorkelling and scuba diving. If you're an avid diver, head to southern destinations like Marsa Alam to experience well-preserved coral reefs and the sensation that you're swimming in an aquarium.

Entry information

Open

Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Egypt without restrictions.

Visitors from the United Kingdom are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Egypt.

Foreign citizens regardless of their vaccination status can travel to Egypt.

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Local summary

Masks:Required in enclosed environments and public transportation.
Restaurants:Open

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Flight, stay and hire car pricing per city

CairoSharm el-SheikhHurghadaAlexandria

Stay

median price per night

Cairo£163
Sharm el-Sheikh£104
Hurghada£147
Alexandria£99

Hire car

median price per day

Cairo£31
Sharm el-Sheikh£30
Hurghada£27
Alexandria£40

Dominican Republic

You'll love it if you're into
Couples travel where you can spend quality time together.
The Dominican Republic is the most visited destination in the Caribbean and for good reason. Why not visit Zona Colonial, the birthplace of the Dominican Republic with culture and history abound or grab a bite at the Capri Beach House in Punta Cana? Home to beautiful natural forests, crystal clear waterfalls and glorious rocky landscapes, you'll find all you desire here.

Entry information

Open

Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Dominican Republic without restrictions.

Visitors from the United Kingdom are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering the Dominican Republic.

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Local summary

Masks:Not required in public spaces.
Restaurants:Open

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Flight, stay and hire car pricing per city

Santo DomingoBoca ChicaSamanáPunta Cana

Stay

median price per night

Santo Domingo£83
Boca Chica£65
Samaná£140
Punta Cana£319

Hire car

median price per day

Santo Domingo£38
Boca ChicaN/A
SamanáN/A
Punta Cana£36

Hawaii

USA

You'll love it if you're into
Experiencing a tropical side of the US in gorgeous natural beauty.
Since temperatures rarely drop below 24°C, tourists can explore this melting pot of culture and beauty all year round. It has an incredible wildlife and breathtaking sights, with an array of exciting activities to enjoy - from surfing to snorkelling by the Molokini Crater or Coral Gardens to astonishing excursions to Olo’upena Falls or the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

Entry information

Open

Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the United States without restrictions.

Visitors from the United Kingdom are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering the United States.

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Local summary

Masks:Not required on public transportation.
Restaurants:Open

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Flight, stay and hire car pricing per city

HonoluluKahuluiKailua-KonaLihue

Stay

median price per night

Honolulu£331
Kahului£498
Kailua-Kona£551
Lihue£415

Hire car

median price per day

Honolulu£45
Kahului£40
Kailua-Kona£49
Lihue£43

The Gambia

You'll love it if you're into
Enjoying the luxury of Europe in a more relaxed environment.
The Gambia offers travellers the luxuries of a European beach holiday with less bustle and more relaxation. With countless activities including sailing trips along the River Gambia, bush expeditions or a visit to its rural Graffiti villages, you'll experience a whirlwind of culture all over this magnificent country, all while soaking up a vibrant and rejuvenating atmosphere.

Entry information

Open

Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Gambia without restrictions.

Visitors from the United Kingdom are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering the Gambia.

Foreign citizens regardless of their vaccination status can travel to The Gambia.

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Local summary

Masks:Not required in public spaces, enclosed environments and public transportation.
Restaurants:Open

For more information, visit our guidance for global travel page.

Flight, stay and hire car pricing per city

BanjulSerrekundaBakauFajara

Stay

median price per night

Banjul£80
Serrekunda£63
Bakau£67
Fajara£12