Travelling to Spain.

[DaveG]

I've never had a flu jab but I think I would have a covid one, although that may sound a bit irrational covid seems to be much more virulent.

I'm by no means an expert but some viruses like flu mutate so a jab has to be seasonal to protect against the latest strain; perhaps covid will be similar.

Other vaccinations against  polio, measles, diphtheria etc i think should have some element of compulsion as they can lead to the complete eradication of the illness, smallpox is an example. What that compulsion would be I don't know but the fallout from Andrew Wakefields flawed study of the MMR jab leading to autism has led to a resurgence of measles across the world when apart from a few countries it had been eradicated.

Drifting off the thread a bit I suppose but an interesting topic.
Dave

[Blue and white stripes]

I flew into Alicante Wednesday morning. Plane was 10% full at the most. I had 24 seats to myself. Cabin stewardess told me there had been mass cancellations due to having to quarantine. Went through passports, locator form and temperature check without any problems.
I phoned for the minibus to take me to the car and the driver said only one person/ family allowed in the minibus at one time so the other family who had just turned up without phoning had to wait for the bus to return.

[chris and jackie]

These updates from those visiting are very useful, please let us know know what it’s like in area, restaurants, beaches etc
We’re hoping to go out late September depending on restrictions etc

[John H]

These updates from those visiting are very useful, please let us know know what it’s like in area, restaurants, beaches etc
We’re hoping to go out late September depending on restrictions etc

Thank you for that comment, that's exactly why I  stopped the posts criticising those who are traveling to GA or contemplating doing so.

Regards all

John

[Alicante Holiday Villas]

These updates from those visiting are very useful, please let us know know what it’s like in area, restaurants, beaches etc
We’re hoping to go out late September depending on restrictions etc

Restaurants, bars etc all open. Quieter than normal obviously but all social distancing measures in place, hand gel freely available in all establishments at the entrance.  Masks to be worn at all times, apart from when eating or drinking. Beaches are fine too, we have been several times and again all social distancing measures are being adhered to. Policia Local on dune buggies ensuring the beaches are safe. It's absolutely fine and everyone we have spoken to feels very safe. So have a great time in September!

[BeachLife]

I noticed that restriction (on the transfer bus) on Saturday when I came back to the UK - just one person or family in the bus at any one time. As I am with EcoParking (strongly recommend them on basis of price and convienience) the bus turnaround was less thna 10 mins as its so close to the terminal

Have a great trip B&W, it was pretty quiet as when we over there - some of it at the same time as your first trip - I do feel sorry for the bars who were already really struggling before this latest ruling. I dont think they will all make it through sadly

I flew into Alicante Wednesday morning. Plane was 10% full at the most. I had 24 seats to myself. Cabin stewardess told me there had been mass cancellations due to having to quarantine. Went through passports, locator form and temperature check without any problems.
I phoned for the minibus to take me to the car and the driver said only one person/ family allowed in the minibus at one time so the other family who had just turned up without phoning had to wait for the bus to return.

[Blue and white stripes]

Another interesting thing is when I took my car for its itv today they don't test the seat belts anymore. Presumably so they don't have to enter the car when you're sitting in it. Unfortunately I didn't understand the brake test instructions so the girl kicked me out (big signs saying under no circumstances are you to get out of your car), jumped in and did that bit herself.

[TRIDENT]

When you book the itv the instructions are to fasten all seat belts in their holders so they dont need to go in the car. As for the brake test you have to apply the brakes slowly or they lock and the rollers kick you out. I dont think the test is as strict due to corvid restrictions be that good or bad. The advantages of corvid. When applying for residencia/changing water bill/driving licence etc the staff on the front line seem more helpful or is it that they just want you out.
 

[steve watson]

Hi
We have booked flights to come out on the 18th August for 3 week, but keep reading the travel insurance will not be valid, dos anyone  know if the National insurance and (E111) is still valid during  the  current situation,
Thanks in advance.

[Alicante Holiday Villas]

Hi Steve

Yes your EHIC is still valid for medical treatment up to 31st December 2020. It does not however cover you for loss, theft, repatriation  etc.

[dleafy]

In a country of 66 million people, 5 died in uk hospitals yesterday “with” COVID.
The nhs never was and certainly isn’t now “overrun”.
Time to end this farce now!

[John H]

It will Steve, although it is no substitute for travel insurance in my book.

I know two people who have had to be brought back to the UK from Spain following illness who did'nt have travel insurance, one in an air ambulance and another accompanied by a Doctor, the costs were astronomical.

Worth taking a look at https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/travel/free-ehic-card/

Regards all

John

[John H]

In a country of 66 million people, 5 died in uk hospitals yesterday “with” COVID.
The nhs never was and certainly isn’t now “overrun”.
Time to end this farce now!

I don't know where you are getting your figures from, 74 folk in the UK lost their lives in one day on the latest reported figures.
My cousin, a recently retired nurse with years of NHS experience, went back to work for the NHS in a fairly average teaching hospital when they put the call out....at the peak she was helping deal with on average 12 ambulances an hour arriving with patients displaying Covid symptons....

Regards all

John

[dleafy]

The peak was April 8th.
It’s August and we’re hearing more and more about the numbers of people dying “with COVID” rather than “from Covid”.
Everyone who dies is getting tested and if Covid antibodies are found it goes down as a Covid death. The recovery rate is 99.97%.
We’re being played.
Open the pubs!

[bertdove]

Covid deaths for the month of July:

England  - 2230
Wales     -    46
Scotland -     6
N. Ireland -   5

(per BBC News)

Let´s all go down the pub!


Bert