03/03/2021
COVID-19/CORONAVIRUS STATEMENT – March 2nd 2021
Sadly, despite widespread vaccination and a reduction in infection rates, it seems May will arrive just too early to tour.
On Tuesday February 23rd, the Irish government announced an extension to the current travel restrictions within Ireland until April 5th.
Early indications are that most hotels, restaurants, pubs and visitor attractions around Ireland will not re-open in time for May.
Given this level of uncertainty, we believe that it is in the best interest of our guests, driver guides, suppliers and, not least, the local communities who host us, to now cancel May tours.
WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR GUESTS BOOKED TO TRAVEL?
*** If you were booked to travel with us in May 2021, we have already been in contact by email.***
We understand that this situation is frustrating and disappointing.
We have been overwhelmed by the patience and understanding so generously granted to us by our customers and friends around the world.
We're happy to offer either a deferral to a different departure date, a gift card or a full refund.
Deferring your tour is simple. A new booking can be secured with your original deposit. Deferrals can be for any future tour.
2022 tour departure dates are live on our website.
Feel free to get in touch with any question, big or small by hitting the Send Message button below.
*** Haven't heard from us? Please contact our Sales & Reservation staff via [email protected] ***
WHAT'S HAPPENING ON THE GROUND IN IRELAND?
On Tuesday February 23rd, the Irish government announced its plans for the coming months.
Level 5 Travel Restrictions have been extended until April 5th 2021.
After that date, restrictions will be eased on a staggered basis, in line with a decline in infection rates.
Level 5 is the highest restriction available. All pubs and restaurants are closed and a 5km limit exists on personal travel. The extension of Level 5 is designed to continue reducing the spread of the virus.
Education - Schools, universities and creches have already returned on a phased basis, beginning from yesterday, March 1st.
Vaccination - Administration of the Pfizer-BioNTech, AstraZeneca and Moderna vaccines is now well underway across the island of Ireland.
At least 36% of Northern Irish citizens and over 7.5% of people in the Republic of Ireland are already vaccinated. Infection and hospitalisation rates continue to fall.
By the end of March 2021, the Irish government plans to have administered 1.25 million vaccine doses.
Other Measures - Wearing of masks and social distancing remain compulsory in shops and other indoor spaces.
WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE?
*** We review the latest travel updates daily on our blog:
https://vagabondtoursofireland.com/blog/coronavirus-ireland-your-tour
*** Our standard terms and conditions apply to all scheduled departures. Read them here:
vagabondtoursofireland.com/terms-conditions
*** Not sure when you’ll travel? Gift Cards are a great option. They never expire and can be redeemed against a future booking or gifted to a loved one. Find out more: https://vagabondtoursofireland.com/adventure-gift-cards
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Above all, we remain committed to your health and wellbeing. As our valued guest, we want your tour to be perfect and unhindered by international or local restrictions.
We are optimistic about the gathering pace of vaccination here in Ireland and the positive effect on falling infection rates. We hope that you are in a position to reschedule your tour with us once again.
We sincerely hope to guide you around Ireland in the not-too-distant future.
Feel free to hit the Send Message button if you have any questions, big or small.
