Editor’s Note – CNN Travel updates this article regularly. It was last fully updated on December 8th.
(CNN) – During the pandemic, U.S. passport holders have an ever-changing list of international ones journeys Options.
The only constant was change. But compared to the selection in Spring and Summer 2020, the choice is now plentiful.
In the end, you decide whether to travel abroad Destinations is a good idea.
The health risks are obvious if you are not fully vaccinated. Nations can change their rules without notice after you have made plans or are already on your trip. You may have to adhere to stricter curfews and mask requirements than you are used to in the United States. Violations can result in large fines and even imprisonment.
What to Know Before You Go
What follows is a curated list of countries and territories, sorted alphabetically by continent or region, that U.S. passport holders are allowed to enter for vacation travel.
Click on the links for each travel destination for important information:
• Regardless of whether or not you have to be fully vaccinated to enter the country. Some countries on this list only accept fully vaccinated Americans.
• Possible exceptions to the rules for the fully vaccinated, people who have recovered from a recent Covid-19 case, or children.
• Present negative results from Covid-19 tests for participation, including deadlines for taking the test, types of tests allowed, and additional tests upon arrival.
• Possible quarantines and durations as well as health examinations on arrival.
• Health insurance obligations, curfews and bans.
• Different rules for entry from a third country compared to the United States, as well as rules for entry by land and sea, which may differ from flight arrivals.
• What safety rating does the CDC give the target?
The links to various government and tourism pages next to each country will help you gather the most current information for your trip.
Africa (sub-Saharan)
In East Africa, Kenya is popular for safaris where you can spot giraffes and other wildlife.
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There is currently a travel ban for visitors in the USA eight nations in southern Africa because of the appearance of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus. However, against the advice of the CDC, US travelers are still allowed to enter and return to these eight countries. However, there are other African travel favorites that are not subject to a U.S. ban. The nations of North Africa can be found in the following grouping in the Middle East and North Africa.
Asia
In Thailand, the Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple is located on Doi Suthep Mountain and offers an exceptional view of the city of Chiang Mai below.
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In general, Asian destinations have opened up to international tourism much more slowly than the rest of the world. Tourism giants like Japan and China are still closed to US vacationers. However, some places have opened their doors to Americans on vacation.
Australia / Pacific Islands
Surfing is popular in Tahiti, the largest island in French Polynesia.
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Americans planning to vacation in Australia and nearby New Zealand will have to be patient. Like Asia, this region is taking a very cautious approach. Still, there are some Pacific island groups that US tourists are now allowing to visit.
Europe
Pedestrians cross Westminster Bridge on the River Thames with the Houses of Parliament in the background in central London.
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In mid-December, much of Europe was in the grip of a new wave of Covid-19. US tourists are still allowed to visit most destinations there, although full vaccinations are required in many countries.
Middle East / North Africa
For more than two millennia, the ancient city of Petra has been enthroned majestically over the Jordanian desert.
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Culture and history-rich travel destinations in the Middle East and North Africa, like the rest of the world, are also trying to cope with a modern pandemic. While some places are inaccessible due to the coronavirus or other reasons, some favorites are open to US visitors.
North America / Caribbean
Mazatlan is a historic city on the Pacific coast of central Mexico.
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North America and the Caribbean now offer US vacationers many travel options with a relatively short air travel. Be aware of disembarkation rules when taking a Caribbean cruise.
South America
South America’s unusual wildlife is a top draw for the continent, including this Amazon dolphin located near Iquitos, Peru.
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South America’s pandemic trip has mirrored the rest of the world in terms of mixed reactions. Brazil has been wide open for the long term, while Argentina has only recently opened to US travelers.
Recently removed from the open list
There are destinations that recently closed their borders either specifically for US travelers or for all tourists. These can be temporary actions that can be reopened before the next update of this article. So click the links to see their current status.
Omitted countries
This is a curated list, rather than an exhaustive catalog, of every single travel destination open to visitors from the United States.
CNN Travel skipped certain countries if they had very limited numbers of American travelers before the pandemic. are very isolated or have little to no tourist infrastructure; have ongoing or recent armed conflict, terrorism or rampant crime and civil unrest; have a current, credible threat of war; antagonistic relations with the US government; or have entry requirements so extensive and complicated that they make the country inaccessible to almost all US citizens.
However, you can click here to directly check the status and entry requirements for any country or area of the world you wish to visit.
