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Please note these regulations are subject to change and independent of Club Med. Please consult the respective government websites for the latest information.

Where to go on vacation next. Pick the right destination for you and your family based on each destination's current formalities.

Maldives

Best time to travel: November and April

Perfect for a couples retreat away from it all, our majestic Maldives destinations are the ideal place for loved ones to relax together. Our luxury all inclusive Maldives holidays are the ideal romantic getaway, perfect for couples and adults, all year round. From beach holidays in Kani, to couples holidays in our private sea-front villas, to spa holidays in the Finolhu Villas, our Maldives couples holiday resorts have it all. Browse our all-inclusive Maldives holidays & get yourself ready for the sunshine!

Resorts in the Maldives

Formalities

• Must present a negative PCR test for COVID-19 on arrival to Maldives issued no more than 96 hours prior to departure.

• Must fill in a Traveller Health Declaration form 24 hours before departure to the Maldives.

• Undergo temperature checks and screening procedures on arrival.

• Face masks mandatory when out in public spaces.

Airlines servicing Maldives from SA

• Qatar
• Singapore Airlines
• Emirates

Why choose Maldives?

• Perfect location for honeymoons and romantic getaways
• Great for adventurous family holidays
• Idyllic spa and wellness retreats in paradise
• Take a trip to Malé for a taste of Maldivian culture
• Swim with tropical fish, turtles and manta rays
• Enjoy a plethora of water sports and island fun

Seychelles

Best time to travel: April, May, October, December

Formalities:

• Visitors, including infants and children, must have a negative COVID-19 PCR certificate from an accredited laboratory taken maximum of 72 hours before departure.

• Must submit negative PCR test results, flight and accommodation details before departure.

• Health travel authorization is required. Visitors must submit their application for approval through the designated platform by clicking here.

• Visitors will undergo temperature checks and health screening

Airlines servicing Seychelles from South Africa (non-stop):

• Kenya Airways
• Air Seychelles
• Emirates

Why choose Seychelles?

• Only 4h55 flight from Johannesburg
• Ideal for romantic couples and families who simply want to chill
• Roam ancient forests to search for the world’s largest nut
• Fill your instagram feed with rare, colourful, endangered animals
• Watch a stunning sunset on cruise between hundreds of islands
• Enjoy the bustle, bargains and authentic food of Victoria Bazaar

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Mauritius

Best time to travel: May - December

Formalities:

• PCR test to be done no more than 7 days before your departure for Mauritius and must present a negative test result on entry.

• COVID-19 test to be taken on the day of arrival, and on day 7 and day 14 of stay. If at any point, you receive a positive test result, you will be transferred to a public medical facility for treatment.

• Required to wear a protective mask over his nose and mouth and ensure that every child aged 5 and above, in his company, wears such mask, in any place

Airlines serving Mauritius from South Africa (non-stop):

• Air Mauritius
• British Airways
• South African Airways

Why choose Mauritius?

• Only 4h20 minutes from Johannesburg
• Perfect exotic getaway for families, couples and friends
• Great for water sports and diving
• Enjoy the beach bars along the Grand’Baie
• Visit the Bois Cheri tea fields and the seven coloured sands
• Take in a round of golf at the Mont Choisy course
• Dive the coral reefs teemed with tropical fish

Resorts in Mauritius

France

Best time to travel: November to April

Formalities:

• Will need to complete a ‘sworn statement’ form self-certifying you are not suffering from symptoms associated with Covid19 and have not been in contact with confirmed cases in the preceding fortnight.

• Must present negative test results taken 72 hours prior to departure or may opt to take a test on arrival.

• Face masks mandatory when out in public spaces.

Airlines servicing France from South Africa:

• Emirates
• Air France
• KLM
• Swiss Air
• Lufthansa
• Qatar
• Turkish Airlines

Why choose France?

• Perfect for skiing holidays and snowboarding holidays from November - April.
• Great for family ski holidays and ski trips with friends.
• Explore French alpine towns and relax in jaw-dropping scenery.
• Enjoy delicious French cuisine and unforgettable aprés ski.
• Everything you need for an amazing ski holiday under one roof.
• Face masks mandatory when out in public spaces.

Resorts in the French Alps

Indonesia

Best time to travel: April and September

Formalities:

• Must present health certificate showing a negative COVID-19 PCR test result within the previous 7 days at check-in ahead of any scheduled travel.

• On arrival at Indonesian airports, all visitors must also complete and submit a Health Alert certificate to the Health Quarantine Office

• Face masks mandatory when out in public spaces.

Airlines servicing Indonesia from South Africa:

• Emirates
• Qatar
• Singapore Airlines
• Cathay Pacific

Why choose Indonesia?

• Great for family holidays and honeymoons
• Forest adventure and nature activities
• Beachside wellness retreats
• Jungle temples and vibrant island culture
• Tropical wildlife including orangutans and komodo dragons

Resorts in Indonesia

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Handy tips and hints

Our advice & recommendations

Must Haves:

• Comprehensive Travel and Medical Insurance covering Covid-19 related issues.

• Copies of Vaccination Cards for kids under 3 years of age booked at our Baby Club©

• Sanitary Pack consisting of: Cloth face masks, Alcohol-based hand sanitizer (at least 60% alcohol), Disinfectant wipes (at least 70% alcohol) for surfaces, Thermometer.

Must Do:

• Check with your airlines and destination whether you need to get tested for Covid-19 before departure as this is a requirement in certain instances.

• Check if self-isolation for 14 days upon arrival at your holiday destination is the law as that will affect your holiday.

Must Note:

• Airports now have restricted access points to ensure screening. Should your temperature be over 38 degrees, secondary screening will be conducted which could further delay you, so arrive on time.

• Our resorts require masks in certain areas. Should you not have one on hand, masks can be bought at our Club Med village shop.

• Certain tourist attractions, sports and amenities at our resorts (Hammam sauna, jacuzzi and reservation room) will not be available due to health guidelines.

• It is mandatory to have PCR tests done before returning to Johannesburg

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You can count on us to put in place the necessary measures to offer you a peaceful stay.

Our GM’s Ève and Julien share their experience of recently stayed at our resorts over the European summer. Varied activities, an exceptional natural setting and redesigned entertainment, all set in a safe environment - this is also what awaits you during your next stay.

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COVID-19 guarantee included in the package

Club Med has joined forces with Europ Assistance and is offering all GMs a guarantee of medical assistance included in the package, in the event of illness linked to COVID-19.

• All of your healthcare costs abroad will be covered, including repatriation.

• In the event of hospitalization, in addition to your health costs, additional services will be covered such as the accommodation costs of your accompanying persons.

• In the event of confinement linked to the disease, the costs of extension to the Resort are covered

• If you miss your planned return flight, the assistance centre will take care of and organize a new return flight according to the requirements established by the medical team.

Valid for departures until April 30, 2021 inclusive. Within the limits of the guarantees of the contract. The consequences of global COVID situations in the country where the Resort is located are not covered by the guarantee, such as: border closures (by region / by city / airport closure / flight cancellation / closure of the Resort…), interruption of stay (following the declaration of a state of health emergency) and quarantine (at destination, without being sick).

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Complementary Covid-19 Medical Assistance Cover

To allow you to book with confidence, all stays with flights departing before 30th April 2021 are covered by our new Covid-19 insurance.

This insurance ensures that:
If you fell ill with Covid-19 while traveling with us all medical expenses will be covered including:

Medical expenses in case of hospitalization
GP appointments
Covid-19 testing
Transportation costs to testing facilities

In the unfortunate event requiring you to go to hospital, these will also be covered:

Cost of stay for a companion
Accompaniment of children
Urgent medical care transfer if needed

If a lockdown or quarantine is required, housing will be provided for and if you cannot fly home, new flights will be provided for once it's safe for you to travel and in agreement with local sanitary rules.

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Resort Safety Measures

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• The capacity of our Resorts is limited to 2/3 maximum occupancy to allow safe distancing. Ground markings will be set up in all waiting areas (reception, restaurants, reception of children's clubs & waiting for sports activities) to ensure the correct distances are respected.
• In our restaurants: a minimum distance of 1m between tables and between the two backs of chairs will be respected, an extension of the opening hours of service, additional table service and individual portions will be offered.

More thorough and frequent cleaning

• Of all common areas including restaurants and bars.
• Of sports equipment after each use
• Of our Spa cabins (when the conditions cannot be met certain areas will be closed)
• Rooms will be disinfected after each check-out with the sheets and bath towels washed at more than 70°. Daily cleaning will also be carried out in the contact areas. The rooms will be regularly ventilated, and filters cleaned (air conditioning, ventilation).
• Hand sanitizer dispensers will be available throughout the Resort for our teams and our customers

In-depth health measures

• A frontal temperature check will also be carried out with the GOs/GEs of certain departments at their service intake and will be offered to our GMs at different times of their stay (compulsory in certain cases depending on the countries/regions or in accordance with local law).
• Presence of a doctor and/or a nurse in all our Resorts.

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Coronavirus FAQs

For more details about Covid-19 procedures, our mask policy and other Resort requirements please visit our Coronavirus FAQs page.

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