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It is with an extremely heavy heart I have to announce the Travel Express team suffered a terrible loss this weekend with the unexpected passing of agent and founder Lori Spears. Lori was not only the heart of this business, but she was also family, and will be greatly missed by everyone. ![]()
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While I will be taking some personal time, business will continue as usual. I have taken over care of all of Lori’s files and bookings directly, and I am striving to keep the consistent and detailed customer service our clients have come to know us for. Please have patience during this time and know that I’m working hard to accommodate all of your travel needs. ![]()
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Thank you for your support and understanding during this difficult time. Jennifer
A travel ban is now in effect for any noncitizens trying to enter the US, who have been in South Africa in the previous 14 days. This will be revisited in 30 days time. Full release from the White House regarding the South Africa travel ban: www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2021/01/25/proclamation-on-the-suspension-o...
CDC Expands Negative COVID-19 Test Requirement to All Air Passengers Entering the United States![]()
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All international travelers bound for the United States will need a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within 72 hours prior to departure.![]()
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Written documentation of the results (either paper or electronic copy) must be provided to the airline before boarding and must include the name and information of the laboratory or health professional.![]()
In lieu of a new COVID-19 viral test, passengers may also provide evidence of having recovered from COVID-19, with documentation of test results conducted within three months of the flight date from a foreign country.![]()
CDC release here: www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2021/s0112-negative-covid-19-air-passengers.html
Travelers CAN transit through South Africa, as long as they meet entry requirements for South Africa AND the destination country. ![]()
**In addition COVID-19 testing is now available to those departing from OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, with results delivered in 4 to 6 hours according to this update. Note that insurance is not required for entry into South Africa, and further details are updated in a separate article at the bottom. www.tourismupdate.co.za/article/travellers-can-transit-through-sa![]()
COVID testing article: www.tourismupdate.co.za/article/247-covid-19-testing-or-tambo
