The Netherlands waives all entry requirements and travel restrictions.

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It will be effective from September 17.^ThIn 2022, the Dutch government decided to remove all Covid-19 travel restrictions and requirements. This decision applies to all travelers, including those traveling to the Netherlands from outside the EU/Schengen. The Netherlands have kept their Vvid protocols in place for travelers for much longer than most European countries. However, since September 17^ThThe country has officially released its name from the list of the last European countries that still have entry requirements.

Currently, Spain is the last major European country where entry requirements are still in place. As other long-time regulators such as the Netherlands drop their last remaining protocols, Spain will likely soon follow.

Who gets hurt the most? What does this mean for travelers?

Until recently, the Netherlands had a complete ban on unvaccinated travelers from countries like the US or Canada. As a result, this decision directly affects unvaccinated travelers from both countries. Before this decision, Americans and Canadians had to be fully vaccinated to visit the Netherlands. Visitors from EU/Schengen countries are allowed to enter the Netherlands without restrictions. Still, the country has not lifted protocols for other travelers.

September 17^ThThe decision means that unvaccinated travelers from all countries, including Americans and Canadians, will enter the Netherlands without proof of vaccination or a negative Covid test. The country has no mask requirements, and all places are open and operating normally. Traveling to the Netherlands now offers an experience like it was before the pandemic turned the world upside down.

Travel chaos, know before you go

This news may dampen the interest of travelers, and some may be ready to book their next ticket. Most travelers who visit the Netherlands head to the country’s capital, Amsterdam. Indeed, the city is ranked 26th.^Th In 2019, the most popular city in the world received 8.84 million tourists. Many people want to visit Amsterdam this summer, although the importance of vaccination is still there. Unfortunately, the city’s airport was under-prepared. As a result, Amsterdam was Europe’s capital of travel chaos this summer.

Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport has had a rough summer, and it doesn’t look like it’s going to get any better for travelers looking to visit this fall. The airport announced on Friday, September 16^ThThe labor shortage will cut daily ridership by 18 percent through the end of October. The airport is one of the busiest in the world and is a major transit hub for many major airlines. However, the country has recently decided to reduce flights by about 20% compared to the pre-epidemic, in an effort to fight climate change and get out of its reputation as a “transmission hub”.

An unusual decision

Amsterdam is a city full of beautiful canals, 16^Th– century architecture, and of course – Bicycles. There are many different things to do. Still, for many, after hearing about the first idea Amsterdam of Marijuana. Famous for its lax regulations regarding cannabis use before most countries in the world, Amsterdam is considered a hub for cannabis enthusiasts. In fact, about 30% of tourists who visit Amsterdam visit one. Coffee shops Just thinking about buying cannabis, and it’s great business for the environment.

That’s why the recent push by the city’s mayor may come as a surprise. Mayor Femke Halsema intends to make cannabis purchases in the city a special benefit for residents only. The plan should be implemented by now. Travelers who still visit with cannabis as their main reason should keep an eye on the news to stay safe. This is not a change set in stone, but something that is being seriously considered – and needs to be addressed.

Getting there

Americans interested in visiting Amsterdam can fly directly from 20 US cities, while Canadians can fly directly from 5. Travelers from both countries must be tired on their way back, Amsterdam’s Skihol Airport has had extremely long lines this summer. Get to the airport much earlier than last time and try not to check a bag if possible.

Travelers flying from Canada to Amsterdam should exercise caution if flying from Toronto’s Pearson or Montreal’s Trudeau airports. Both were recently ranked the first and second worst airports in the world for flight delays.

American cities that fly non-stop to Amsterdam

• Boston (BOS)
• New York (EWR)
• Philadelphia (PHL)
• New York City (JFK)
• Detroit (DTW)
• Washington (IAD)
• Minneapolis (MSP)
• Chicago (ORD)
• Orlando (MCO)
• Atlanta (ATL)
• Miami (MIA)
• Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW)
• Austin (AUS)
• Houston (IAH)
• Salt Lake City (SLC)
• Seattle (CA)
• Portland (PDX)
• Los Angeles (LAX)
• San Francisco (SFO)
• Las Vegas

Canadian cities that fly non-stop to Amsterdam

• Montreal (UL)
• Toronto (BC)
• Calgary (YYYY)
• Edmonton (YEG)
• Vancouver (YVR)

This article originally appeared on Off-Road Travel. For the latest breaking news affecting your next trip, please visit: Traveloffpath.com

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