The green list of countries that UK residents can travel to is slowly growing (hoorah!) and, with it, is the checklist of dreamy locations we've been oh-so-desperate to visit.
While the white sand beaches of Bali are currently on the red list, there are still plenty of holiday resorts to tickle your fancy and, what with quarantine rules and all the PCR hoohah, we thought we'd break down all the places that you can get to fairly easily and for a pretty reasonable price.
So, whether it's an apartment, a villa or just a little apart-hotel with a quaint kitchenette you're looking for, we've found the place for you, be it in Malta, Antigua or Gibraltar.
Go on, you know you've been lusting after a bit of holiday sun...
Note: please check current UK/abroad travel restrictions before booking as they are subject to change
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Best green list country apartments and villas
1 of 6Porto Moniz Villa
Where? MadeiraWill I have to quarantine? Just for 12 hours in your accomodation while you away COVID-19 test results (at the time of writing).Do I need to be double vaccinated? No, you can provide an RT-PCR COVID-19 test certificate instead.Sleeps? Six.Madeira is a beautiful island and definitely one to add to your holiday bucket list. This gorgeous villa can be accessed via an airport shuttle and it's just 450 yards from Porto Moniz' picturesque natural swimming pools. What's not to like?
2 of 6Donkey on the Beach
Where? Antigua.Will I need to quarantine? No, but a health check will be conducted on arrival. Do I need to be double vaccinated? No, only a a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR test is required.Sleeps? Four.Antigua really is a dream holiday destination. Situated in the heart of the Caribbean Isles, it's just the place you'll want to go to forget about the past year and a half - think palm trees and white sand beaches. Donkey on the Beach is located right by Falmouth harbour and is just a 30 minute walk from the beach. Not to mention you'll have your own terrace, coffee maker and free wifi.
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3 of 6Sunflower Oasis Hakuna Matata
Where? Turks and Caicos islandsWill I need to quarantine? No, but you will need to apply for TCI Travel Authorisation. Do I need to be double vaccinated? No, a COVID 19 negative PCR lab test result is all that is required.Sleeps? Two. Sunflower Oasis suites, in the country's capital Cockburn Town, is bright and airily decorated with a crystal blue pool and the local beaches just a dander away. Reviews claim the hosts, Lori and Hugh, are wonderful and all rooms are fitted with free wifi and air con - a must in tropical weather.
4 of 6Blubay Apartments by ST Hotels
Where? Malta.Will I have to quarantine? Not if arriving from the UK.Do I need to be double vaccinated? Yes.Sleeps? Four. Situated in the Valetta harbour, this two bedroom apartment from Blubay Apartments is everything you could want in a holiday destination. It has free wifi, sea views (apartment dependant), a swimming pool and it's only five miles from the airport. It's a yes from us.
5 of 6Franco’s spacious residence
Where? Croatia.Will I need to quarantine? No.Do I need to be double vaccinated? No, a negative PCR result can be used instead.Sleeps? Five.You've probably heard friends or family members rave about Split, and for good reason. Situated on Croatia's Dalmatia Coast it's a real beauty spot with the old town being one of Europe's most scenic and memorable areas. At Franco's spacious apartment, you'll be treated to modern interiors, a sun-filled balcony and a location so central it's just a stone's throw from all the local attractions and, of course, the beach.
6 of 6Westone Luxury Self Catered Apartments
Where? GibraltarWill I need to quarantine? No.Do I need to be double vaccinated? No, a pre-flight COVID-19 lateral flow test and another upon arrival are sufficient instead.Sleeps? Two.Technically British Overseas Territory, Gibraltar is a stunning holiday destination with sun, sea and gloriously good weather. At Westone apartments you'll be treated to free wifi, a swimming pool, panoramic balcony views and luxuriously modern interiors. You can't go wrong, really.
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