Since last Saturday, Ireland has lifted many of its anti-Covid restrictions. Among the most symbolic of all: the use of the health pass! Although it is still compulsory for travel to and from Ireland, it has been abandoned for entering closed places, such as Irish pubs, restaurants, museums and other buildings open to the public… A decision that offers a breath of fresh air to the Irish population… but also to travelers, who are determined to enjoy Ireland as it should be… as before!
Last Friday, the Irish Prime Minister’s official announcement of the lifting of almost all restrictions was greeted with relief by the Irish population… But that’s not all.
Many European travellers also welcomed the news. For many of those currently in need of an escape, Ireland now offers the chance to escape the turpitude of the world, and experience a trip as normal as possible!
Please note: the government still requires European travellers to present their health pass when entering the country. But it’s practically the only requirement in place! Add to this respect for barrier gestures and the wearing of masks in regulated areas, day-care centers, nurseries, schools, supermarkets and public transport… And you’ll get an idea of just how few rules the country still has.
In other words, your future stay in Ireland will look like a new lease of life… a far cry from the gloomy atmosphere of the pandemic! Not to mention the opportunity to enjoy Ireland’s wide-open spaces and national parks: a true paradise where you can move about without a mask, in complete freedom!
But didn’t Ireland rush into these measures? The response from the Irish Public Health Board is clear: the Omicron variant has literally changed the game. Although more contagious, it is also less severe, with a mortality rate nowhere near that of its variant cousins such as Covid Alpha or Delta. A situation that completely changes the approach to be taken.
For the Irish government, the time has now come for transition. It’s time for Ireland to move on and treat the virus as an endemic disease, not a pandemic. The country is not alone in this decision.
England has also relaxed measures on British land. And other European countries are about to follow suit.
It should be noted, however, that Ireland intends to be cautious. This relaxation could be reviewed in the event of a new outbreak, and the Irish government is keeping a close eye on contamination curves. The country has no intention of losing control, but now intends to revive the tourism, restaurant and hotel sectors.
And travelers don’t hold back their pleasure!
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