Nations Implement Travel Restrictions for Popular Tourist Destinations

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2025 September 13 . 2:53 PM

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Nations Impose Travel Restrictions on Popular Vacation Destinations

Nations Implement Travel Restrictions for Popular Tourist Destinations

Schleswig-Holstein is set to enforce a ban on hotel accommodation for individuals from domestic COVID-19 risk areas, joining a majority of German states in this measure. The ban, announced by Minister President Daniel Günther (CDU) following a video conference with Chancellery Chief Helge Braun (CDU), will take effect from Friday.

However, four federal states – Lower Saxony, Hamburg, Thuringia, and Berlin – have opted out of this ban, citing their own regional regulations and differing approaches to managing tourism and infection control. This means that the ban on overnight accommodations for vacation guests from COVID-19 risk areas does not extend to all federal states.

The ban in Schleswig-Holstein will apply to all travellers who cannot present a negative COVID-19 test. The test must not be older than 48 hours for travellers to be allowed to stay in hotels. The ban will not affect commuting traffic and family visits, as per Günther's statement.

The decision to impose a ban on accommodation for vacationers from domestic COVID-19 risk areas was a majority decision among the federal states. The move is aimed at curbing the spread of the virus and ensuring the safety of the public.

Despite the participation of most federal states, the decision has been met with some criticism and debate. Critics argue that the ban may have unintended consequences, such as forcing travellers to seek alternative, potentially less regulated, forms of accommodation.

As the situation continues to evolve, it is expected that more discussions and decisions will be made to ensure the safety and health of the public during these challenging times. It is crucial for everyone to follow the guidelines and regulations set forth by the authorities to help curb the spread of the virus.