Puerto Rico is opening to all international travelers on July 15 and while there are currently no restrictions on who can enter the island, the tourism board has outlined some rules and regulations to keep everyone safe.
Here’s what you should know:
Arriving travelers may be asked to self-quarantine for 14 days no matter whether they have symptoms or not. The National Guard will be assisting with health screenings of all arriving passengers, including rapid COVID-19 tests.
Ridesharing options like Uber have mandated face coverings for both the drivers and the passengers. The front seat will be prohibited.
Certified transportation carriers will properly disinfect vehicles and have hand sanitizer available. In addition, drivers will wear gloves when handling doors and luggage.
Restaurants will open with a maximum occupancy of 25% in their dining rooms. Similar to the airport, temperature checks will be performed before entering. Anyone with a temperature of 100.3 will be denied entry.
Employees will be required to use face coverings, and buffets, salad bars, and self-serve options, as well as reusable menus, are prohibited.
Attractions, with the exception of outdoor recreation spaces, including public beaches, natural reserves, and golf courses are closed.
Shopping malls will enforce social distancing and some stores even require appointments before entering.
If you’re planning to attend a casino, wellness checkpoints will be conducted at entryways, which includes temperature checks and hand sanitizer.
Gaming stations and slot machines will be cleaned every hour of after each guest. Social distancing will be strictly enforced. Face coverings by employees and guests are required.
For more information and to stay up-to-date with the latest in Puerto Rico, click here for its visitor health and safety guidelines.