Tui boss ‘optimistic’ over perky summer holiday season
The IndependentSign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy As the UK gets ready to restart its tourism industry from 17 May, the boss of Tui has said he is “optimistic” that the vaccine roll-out can save summer holidays. “Now they might be less efficient sometimes, but still it's much better than not being vaccinated.” Many countries across Europe have indicated they will be happy to welcome British tourists who have either been vaccinated or can present a negative PCR test. For example, a trip to Greece will likely require five tests in total: a PCR test before you arrive, a free test on day seven if you stay for a week or more, a rapid antigen test to return to UK and a package of two PCR tests once back in the UK.
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