Enver Duminy, CEO of Love Cape Town, said asking for Covid-19 tests from vaccinated travellers sounded a ’tad bit’ unreasonable. covid19 vaccine tourism
“To ask for a mandatory Covid-19 test of those who have already been vaccinated, might be a tad bit unreasonable, and definitely another barrier put in place for those wishing to travel at this time.
Enver said the vaccination roll-outs around the world offered hope that international travel is making a comeback. He said the destination was ready to get back to showcasing its attractions to the world. Alderman James Vos, MEC for Economic Opportunities and Asset Management, including tourism at the City of Cape Town, said the added cost of Covid testing is expensive for most travellers.
"This added expensive cost of a Covid-19 test is something that many cannot afford, and it will leave travel in the hands of just a few who can afford it. And it’s not only the cost that is a deterrent, there are time constraints that add to the inconvenience of the process. Although the process has improved somewhat, most turnaround timings are still 24-72 hours.
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