International flights to and from South Africa, as well as domestic flights within South African, are permitted in terms of regulation 75, read with regulation 76(2)(a) of the Regulations. Travellers from all countries are allowed to enter, and are subject to the usual visa requirements. Leisure travellers intending to visit South will be expected to produce a PCR (polymerase chain reaction) test that is not older than 72 hours from the time of departure from the country of origin to South Africa.

With many countries slowly awaking from lockdown hibernation, tourists will be set on heading out to their favourite holiday destinations as the festive season fast approaches.

Of course, there is still a sense of apprehension hanging over us all as we persevere in the efforts to keep ourselves and fellow South Africans safe, and for many of us, this cautious approach to life is exactly why an overseas holiday is on the cards.