→ They first reopened for tourism on July 1st, requiring tourists bring a negative test within 10 days of arrival.
→ Then on July 22, due to a surge in cases, the Prime Minister banned all flights from the USA, closed beaches, and put a mandatory 14-day government facility quarantine into effect, effectively closing the country for tourism again.
→ In mid-August, the government facility quarantine was relaxed to allow quarantines at hotels and private residences, and started allowing American tourists once again, but shortening the 10-day testing requirement down to 7-days.
→ In September, the Bahamas launched their ‘VIP’ entry rules (Vacation in Place), which is a clever way for the Bahamas to pitch a 14-day quarantine as a luxury experience. The rules basically stated that you fly into the Bahamas, you are taken directly to your hotel, and you will stay there for a full 14 days, or the entire length of your trip if shorter. Once on the property, guests can enjoy the pool, beach, spa, gym, restaurants, etc.
→ Then in late October, they announced the VIP rules would be discontinued, and the 14-day quarantine would be dropped
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