Travel Updates

The US State Department continues to update their Travel Advisory ranking system and your travel consultant is staying up to date on the latest information.

While we at Scott Dunn do not encourage you to travel outside of your comfort level, we are here provide the resources needed and current facts to travel responsibly during this pandemic. We have explored the options in detail with our operators in each destination to better understand all requirements our guests will encounter. We trust our community of global citizens to make the best choice for themselves and act responsibly abroad. Each of our travel consultants are up to date on the latest travel advisories and entry requirements to help you make an informed decision. As with previous changes to travel regulations during the pandemic, if you choose to forgo your vacation plans, your Travel Consultant can discuss your options, most of which follow our Book with Confidence policy.

Current U.S. Department of State Travel advice

The US has pre-departure testing requirements for all inbound passengers to the United States, including citizens. You must have proof of a negative coronavirus (COVID-19) test to travel taken within 72 hours of your departing flight to the US. For further information and current advice, please visit CDC website here. Additionally, all travelers returning to the United States are required to comply with other applicable CDC guidelines concerning international travel, including recommended periods of self-quarantine or self-isolation after entry into the United States.

The US Department of State Travel is constantly updating each country's entry requirements, for the latest advisories click here.

For additional information concerning COVID-19 travel regulations, you can also view the international IATA Timatic map.

We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the entry requirements for each destination using the US Department of State Travel advisories for the destination that you are traveling to.

Countries Open to US Citizens

Navigating through the world of travel right now is not an easy task due to each country's individual entry requirements. Although it is changing every day, we want to simplify it as much as possible for those of you who live by wanderlust and are desperate to get away.

Please visit the US State Department website for latest information. Most countries require a negative COVID-19 test to enter. Please note that the United States now requires all international travelers boarding an inbound or outbound flight to show a negative COVID-19 test to board.

What to Expect When Traveling

Your journey starts with navigating the airport. There is no consensus yet on how health screenings will be carried out, but US airports are considering everything from checking temperatures to disinfection cubicles. Here's what to expect:

It is mandatory that you wear a mask on the plane and while in the airport.
Some airlines are asking their passengers to check-in for flights via airline apps.
Self check-in will be in high demand so allow more time than usual if you are using this option.
Sanitizing stations will be positioned throughout many US airports and next to other touch points such as check-in kiosks and arrival desks.
Many airports are screening arrivals, so your temperature may be checked upon arrival.

Advice on traveling through major US airports can be found below:

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport (Atlanta)

Los Angeles Airport (Los Angeles)

O’Hare International Airport (Chicago)

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas)

John F. Kennedy International Airport (New York)

San Diego International Airport (San Diego)

Other useful information: