(CNN) — If you're planning to travel to the
islands of the Caribbean, here's what you'll need to know and expect if
you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic.
The first thing to keep in mind is the Caribbean Sea region consists of
13 independent island nations. There are even more overseas territories.
Each of them has its own rules, subject to frequent change.
Some of the islands opened back up to travel in the summer and fall of
2020. Others reopened more recently. Restrictions can vary. Some islands
require quarantines, even for vaccinated travelers, while others don't
even request a Covid-19 test. Rules vary depending on your country of
origin.
With the spread of the Delta variant, the US Centers of Disease
Control and Prevention has added more destinations to its highest risk
category -- Level 4. That includes places in the Caribbean.
Also remember that hurricane season continues through November 30.
Typically, the worst part of the season is mid-August through September.
Islands in the southern part of the Caribbean are usually less affected
by hurricanes than their more northerly neighbors. Get updates at CNN
Weather.
Here's a roundup of key highlights on 10 popular Caribbean destinations,
with the latest information in bold. Follow the links provided so you
can find out all the crucial details and check for updates before you
book a trip. Rules might change between updates to this article:
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Aruba Aruba is known for its white beaches and colorful buildings in the capital city of Oranjestad.
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What's on offer: Days are usually dry and sunny. Arikok National Park
features caves, desert landscapes and giant lizards. Wide beaches
bordering clear jade water are the big draw.
Who can go? Citizens of all countries can enter with the exception of Venezuela.
Entry requirements: All visitors 12 and older must have a negative
result from a molecular Covid-19 test taken within 72 hours of arrival
if coming from a high-risk country, regardless of vaccination status.
This list is on Aruba's tourism website and is subject to change.
Aruba visitors health insurance is mandatory. No quarantine is in place.
Travelers who test positive for Covid-19 are required to stay in
mandatory isolation, however.
US CDC travel advisory: Level 4: Very high. Avoid travel to Aruba.
Find out more: Aruba's official tourism site | Embarkation and
disembarkation card | Aruba Visitors Insurance | US Consulate | CDC
Aruba advisory
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The Bahama You'll find Bimini Big Game Club and Marina on North Bimini, which is off the coast from Miami, Florida.
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What's on offer: The chain has 700 islands -- from the hustle and funky
beats of the capital city, Nassau, on New Providence, to the peaceful
beaches on many less-visited islands. You can swim with pigs or dive
with sharks.
Who can go? The Bahamas is open to all international travelers.
Entry requirements: All travelers must present a negative result from a
PCR test taken no more than five days before arrival, even if you're
fully vaccinated. Children younger than 2 are exempt. You must fill out a
health visa application and opt in to the Bahamas' Covid-19 health
insurance. Unvaccinated travelers staying longer than four nights and
five days must also take a rapid antigen test on day five and fill out a
daily health questionnaire. You must also test for travel between
various island within the Bahamas chain.
US CDC travel advisory: Level 4: Very high. Avoid travel to the Bahamas.
Find out more: Bahamas travel website | Bahamas Travel Health Visa | US Embassy | CDC Bahamas advisory
Barbados Charles Fort was built in 1650 to protect Carlisle Bay on Barbados from pirates.
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What's on offer: Golf, history and architecture get visitors beyond the
beach on the most easterly island in the Caribbean. Rum distilleries
offer tours and the local cuisine -- a blend of African, Indian, Irish,
British and Creole flavors -- will soak up the spirit.
Who can go? The island is welcoming visitors from around the world. Barbados has discontinued its Caribbean travel bubble.
Entry requirements: Both fully vaccinated travelers and the unvaccinated
must present a negative result from a Covid-19 PCR test taken no more
than three days before travel. You must upload results to the BIMSafe
app.
Vaccinated travelers also take a rapid test upon arrival and quarantine
for one or two days awaiting results. Unvaccinated travelers must
quarantine for five days, take another PCR test and remain in quarantine
until receiving results. You must book your room ahead of time at a
government-approved accommodation (scroll down for list).
US CDC travel advisory: Level 3: High. Unvaccinated travelers should avoid nonessential travel to the Bahamas.
Find out more: Visit Barbados website | BIMSafe travel app | US Embassy | CDC Barbados advisory
Cuba The Cuban flag at the Melia Varadero International Hotel in Matanzas Province, east of Havana on Cuba's north coast.
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What's on offer: The largest island in the Caribbean, Cuba has a
plethora of beaches. The romantic charm and mystique of Old Havana and
the lush Viñales Valley, both UNESCO World Heritage sites, set this
destination apart.
Who can go? Cuba is allowing visitors from around the world to enter.
The US government doesn't allow its citizens to visit Cuba for general
tourism purposes. However, there are a variety of permitted reasons to
visit.
Entry requirements: Visitors are required to show proof of a negative
result from a Covid-19 PCR test taken within three days of arrival. They
must take another PCR Covid-19 test upon arrival in Cuba and quarantine
at a government-approved hotel. On day five, they take another Covid-19
test. No exemptions for the fully vaccinated. Cuba remains on lockdown
as it has for much of the pandemic.
US CDC travel advisory: Level 4: Very high. Avoid travel to Cuba.
Find out more: US Embassy | CDC Cuba advisory | UK government foreign travel advice Cuba
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Curaçao The Penha Building was built in 1708 in the Dutch colonial
style and is now a department store in Willemstad, the capital of the
island.
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What's on offer: The island's coral reefs and sunken ships are
accessible via scuba and snorkeling outings. Willemstad, the capital and
a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a don't-miss for history buffs. Nature
lovers will find orchids and birds at Christoffelpark.
Who can go? Curaçao divides countries and territories -- and the
travelers arriving from them -- into four categories: very low risk, low
risk, high risk and very high risk. You need to check which category
you're in as they may have varying requirements.
Entry requirements: All visitors except those coming from "very low
risk" destinations must have negative results from a Covid-19 PCR test
that's no more than 48 hours old before your flight to the island. There
are no exemptions for the fully vaccinated. All travelers must fill out
the passenger locator card 48 hours before arrival. No quarantines are
in place unless you test positive for Covid-19 during your stay.
US CDC travel advisory: Level 4: Very high. Avoid travel to Curaçao.
Find out more: Traveling to Curaçao | Curaçao news bulletins | Passenger locator card | US consulate | CDC Curaçao advisory
Dominican RepublicTourists take pictures of flamingoes in Bayahibe, La Altagracia province.
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What's on offer: Top-notch beaches and a range of resorts await
visitors. Diverse geography, including lush forests and mountains and
semi-arid areas, contrasts with Santo Domingo's historic Cuidad Colonial
-- a lively and romantic spot to explore.
Who can go? Travelers around the world may enter, but depending on where you're coming from, entry requirements will differ.
Entry requirements: Travelers from many nations -- including the United
States, Canada, Mexico and France, among others -- do not need a
Covid-19 test to enter. But as of June 28, the DR has set up a list of
nations from which you do need a negative result from a Covid-19 PCR
test taken no more than 72 hours before arrival. Nations on that list
include Brazil, Ireland and the United Kingdom, among others. No
quarantines are in place.
US CDC travel advisory: Level 3: High. Make sure you are fully vaccinated before traveling to the Dominican Republic.
Find out more: GoDominicanRepublic.com | Electronic entry and exit form | US Embassy | CDC Dominican Republic advisory
Jamaica
Reach Falls, near the city of Port Antonio, is a popular destination in Jamaica.
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What's on offer: Jamaica's reggae and dancehall music and laid-back vibe
are perennial draws. Tropical beaches, waterfalls and delicious jerk
cuisine also lure visitors.
Who can go? Until September 17, anyone who has been in Argentina,
Brazil, Chile, Colombia, India, Paraguay, Peru or Trinidad and Tobago
within 14 days of their intended date of entry will not be approved OK'd
for travel.
Entry requirements: Travelers 12 and older must have a negative result
from a Covid-19 molecular (PCR, NAA, RNA) or antigen test performed
taken within three days of the travel date. You must fill out a travel
authorization form.
Visitors are allowed to go only to "Resilient Corridors" designed
specifically for tourists along with other licensed accommodations that
meet Covid-19 safety standards. If you require a Covid test upon
arrival, you must quarantine in your hotel or resort until you get a
negative result.
US CDC travel advisory: Level 4: High. Make sure you are fully vaccinated before traveling to Jamaica. (Added on September 7).
Find out more: Visit Jamaica | Online travel authorization form | US Embassy | CDC Jamaica advisory
Puerto Rico Paddleboarders enjoy themselves near a beach in the Condado neighborhood of San Juan.
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What's on offer: Charming and historic Old San Juan is ripe for
exploration. The island's casinos and El Yunque rainforest are also top
attractions that stretch beyond the water activities at the island's
many beaches.
Who can go? Puerto Rico is a US territory. According to US State
Department and CDC guidelines on international travel, people who have
been in Brazil, China, the European Schengen Area, Iran, India, Ireland,
South Africa and the United Kingdom in the past 14 days will be denied
entry for leisure travel. Others who meet entry requirements may enter.
Entry requirements: Fully vaccinated travelers on domestic flights must
upload their vaccination card to the island's online portal, which will
generate a QR code. Nonvaccinated travelers on domestic flights must
have a negative result from a Covid-19 PCR or antigen test taken within
72 hours of arrival.
International visitors, regardless of vaccination status, must have a
negative result from a Covid-19 PCR or antigen test taken within 72
hours of arrival.
People who arrive without a test must take a Covid-19 test within 48
hours of arrival and go into quarantine awaiting results. Failure to
comply could result in a $300 fine.
US CDC travel advisory: Level 4: Very high. Get fully vaccinated before traveling to Puerto Rico.
Find out more: Visit Puerto Rico | CDC Puerto Rico advisory
Turks and Caicos Colonial houses line the waterfront in Cockburn town, Grand Turk.
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What's on offer: This British overseas territory -- northeast of Cuba
and southeast of the Bahamas -- is known for it coral reefs, ripsaw
music and a low-key vibe. Whale watching, snorkeling and a range of
other outdoor activities pair well with the islands' natural aquatic
beauty.
Who can go? Visitors from around the world are welcomed to vacation here.
Entry requirements: You must be fully vaccinated if you're 16 or older
to visit. All travelers 10 and older need a negative result from a
Covid-19 PCR test taken no more than three days before arrival to enter.
There's no quarantine on arrival. You must fill out a travel
authorization form, and Covid-19 travel insurance is required as well.
US CDC travel advisory: Level 2: Moderate. Unvaccinated travelers who
are at increased risk for severe illness from Covid-19 should avoid
nonessential travel to Turks and Caicos.
Find out more: Visit Turks and Caicos | Travel authorization form | US Embassy | CDC Turks and Caicos advisory
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US Virgin Islands St. Thomas saw a lot of cruise ship activity before the pandemic.
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What's on offer: From fine dining, scuba diving and golfing on St. Croix
to the pristine shores of unspoiled and undeveloped St. John, these
islands have a lot to offer. In lively St. Thomas, boating and duty-free
shopping are big draws.
Who can go? The USVI is a US territory. According to US State Department
and CDC guidelines on international travel, people who have been in
Brazil, China, the European Schengen Area, Iran, India, Ireland, South
Africa and the United Kingdom in the past 14 days will be denied entry
for leisure travel. Others who meet entry requirements may enter.
Entry requirements: Travelers 5 or older who enter by air or sea are
required to use the USVI Travel Screening Portal and submit a Covid-19
test result before travel. You must have one of the three following to
enter:
-- A negative result from a Covid-19 molecular test taken and received within five days of the start of your trip.
-- A negative result from a Covid-19 antigen test taken and received within five days of the start of your trip.
Results from Covid-19 antibody tests are no longer being accepted for entry.
No Covid-19 test is required for travel to and from the US Mainland.
US CDC travel advisory: Level 4: Very high. Get fully vaccinated before traveling to the US Virgin Islands.
Find out more: US Virgin Islands update | USVI Travel Portal | USVI Department of Health | CDC US Virgin Islands advisory