The government announced its most recent updates to the UK's travel traffic light system last week.
Although the height of holiday season may be over, UK jet-setters will still be hoping to arrange a getaway to enjoy some sunshine this month after the Met Office predicted a gloomy outlook for September.
Destinations such as Switzerland, Canada and Denmark moved to the green list on the latest review, but this does not mean travellers can enjoy a hassle-free trip as every country has their own set of entry requirements.
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Due to the UK's high levels of Coronavirus cases, some countries have imposed stricter restrictions on tourists entering from Britain.
However, popular destinations such as Portugal, Barbados and Malta have eased travel restrictions to entice last minute getaways - as Lancs Live reports.
Here is the complete travel advice for some popular tourist destinations such as Portugal, Barbados, Malta, Mexico and Brazil.
Updated entry requirements for Portugal
A last-minute rule change now means that unvaccinated Brits can visit Portugal without having to quarantine.
The previous entry requirements meant UK tourists would have to show they were fully vaccinated with an EU-approved vaccine, including Pfizer, AstraZeneca and Moderna, upon entry to mainland Portugal or they would have to quarantine for 14 days.
But now the country has loosened its travel rules hoping for a boost in last-minute summer holidays.
Travellers will however still need to show a negative PCR or rapid antigen coronavirus test result, but will not need to prove they have had the jab upon arrival at the popular holiday destination. Children under 12 do not need to show proof of a negative test
Under mainland Portugal's new rules, lateral flow tests must have been taken within 48 hours of departure while PCR tests must have been completed within 72 hours - and travellers must also complete a passenger locator card before departure.
Travellers to the Portuguese islands of Azores and Madeira must show either a negative PCR test or a vaccine certificate to avoid a two-week quarantine, although they can have a free test on arrival if they agree to go into "prophylactic isolation" - a 12 to 24-hour waiting period for the test result.
Entry requirements for Barbados
Barbados is currently on the government's green watchlist, meaning it is at risk of moving from green to amber.
The government advice currently reads: "Barbados has published travel protocols setting out its entry requirements in relation to COVID-19. Visit the Visit Barbados website for full details.
"You should read these before your departure and monitor the pages on a regular basis as the requirements may change at short notice.
"Masks should be worn at all times during your travel to Barbados and your passage through the airport. Social distancing and hygiene protocols are in place.
"All travellers from the UK must present on arrival a valid COVID-19 PCR negative test result taken no more than 3 days in advance of your flight’s arrival."
Entry requirements for Malta
Malta is categorised on the UK government's green list.
The government advice currently reads: "From 30 June 2021, the Maltese authorities require all arrivals from the United Kingdom to present proof of full vaccination.
"This must show that you received a full course of vaccination at least 14 days prior to your arrival. If you live in England, Malta will accept the NHS COVID Pass (both the digital and letter versions) as proof of your vaccination status.
"If you received your vaccinations in the EU, then as of 1 July 2021 the EU digital Covid Certificates will be accepted.
"If you have a Maltese issued certificate of vaccination you are exempt from pre-travel testing and self-isolation."
Entry requirements for Brazil
Brazil is also one of the countries on the UK’s red list, which means the government advises against travelling to the country.
Again, only British or Irish nationals and those with residence permits can enter England from Brazil, and they must quarantine in a government hotel.
Brazil has temporarily suspended all direct flights from or via the UK, and suspended permission for foreigners who have been in the UK in the last 14 days to travel to Brazil.
There are exemptions, including for resident foreigners, close family members of Brazilian nationals, accredited government officials, and professionals working for international organisations.
This exemption is subject to a requirement to quarantine on arrival in Brazil for 14 days.
Entry requirements for Mexico
Mexico moved to the UK’s red list last month which means Brits should not be travelling to the country.
Only British and Irish nationals, and those with residency in the UK, are currently allowed to enter England from Mexico.
Those who meet the requirements must quarantine in a government-mandated hotel on arrival in England at their own expense.
For those who do travel to Mexico from England, Mexico partially closed its land borders with the United States, Guatemala and Belize as a preventive measure against Covid-19.
The government website says: “International air travel is not affected. If you were planning to enter Mexico by land from any of these countries, you can contact the Mexican Embassy or Consulates in that country for more information on the current restrictions.”
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