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INSPIRATION • October 2021

47 ‘safe list’ destinations we fly to

Sun-starved travellers rejoice, as this month we wave goodbye to the traffic-light system and say hello to the simple red list and ‘rest of the world’ list. Right now, we fly to 47 destinations deemed safe for travel, so here’s an update on which ones they are and why you should add these spots to the top of your holiday wish list…

Albania
For quaint coastal hamlets, and a taste of local raki (strong alcohol aperitif made with grapes and plums).

Algeria 
For exploring the labyrinthine streets of Algiers’ ancient Casbah – the capital’s celebrated Unesco World Heritage Site.

Anguilla
For cool Caribbean rum and reggae.

Antigua and Barbuda
For stand-out sultry beaches and seafood sensations.

Bahamas

Swap the British weather for Bahamas' beaches

Bahamas
From the hustle and bustle of trendy Nassau to the vast mangroves of Andros.

Bahrain
The epicentre of the Gulf’s pearling past.

Barbados
A paradise for divers and aqua-fanatics – snorkel alongside two of the world’s rarest sea creatures: hawksbill and leatherback turtles.

Belgium
Brussels is the capital of Art Nouveau.

Canada
Home to the Canadian Rockies’ gleaming glaciers and craggy peaks.

Cayman Islands
For year-round sunshine, mystical crystal caves and footprint-free beaches.

Croatia
A haven for adventure-seekers and culture-cravers alike.

Cyrpus

Soak up Cypriot cuisine

Cyprus
For a taste of deliciously moreish meze.

Czech Republic
Prague is home to the largest castle complex in the world.

Denmark
Where fairy-tale castles and remote fishing towns are just a bike ride away.

Egypt

Explore icons in Egypt

Egypt
For temple-hopping and 7,000-year-old superstructure marvels.

Estonia
For its skyline of gothic-style spires and ancient mediaeval streetscapes.

Finland
A fusion of wild natural beauty and culinary excellence.

France
A homage to fromage, romance and fine wine.

Germany

Take inspiration from Germany’s gabled architecture

Germany
Where old-world charm meets a modern urban metropolis.

Gibraltar
Discover the gateway to the Mediterranean.

Greece
Home to marvellous monuments and 18 Unesco World Heritage Sites.

Grenada
For an authentic Caribbean experience, the ‘Spice Island’ is bursting with flavoursome delicacies.

Tikal

Guatemala’s ancient ruins of Tikal were once a centre of the Mayan empire

Guatemala
The dizzying pyramids of Tikal are Guatemala’s most famous tourist drawcard.

Hungary
Budapest is best known for its flamboyant architecture, myriad markets and array of hot springs.

Iceland
The land of lava rocks, dramatic fjords and majestic mountains.

India

India’s awe-inspiring landscape

India
From the snow-dusted peaks of the Himalayas to the sun-splashed beaches of the tropical south.

Italy
From the north’s icy Alps and glacial lakes to the south’s fiery craters.

Jamaica
The island of rhythm and sway – delve into the cultural capital of the Caribbean.

Kenya
Ideal for safari first-timers and lovers of pristine coral reefs.

Mauritius

Take a dip in Mauritius’ sparkling sea

Lebanon
Beirut abounds with hipster cafés, trendy underground clubs and blissful beaches.

Madeira
For year-round temperate climate and luscious rainforest trails.

Malta
Home to one of the world’s best preserved prehistoric sites – the Hal Saflieni Hypogeum underground temple.

Mauritius
Brimming with dramatic volcanic peaks and more than 160km of stunning coastline.

Morocco
For epic sunsets, sunrises and stars in the Sahara.

Norway
For world-class seafood, welcoming locals and wondrous waterfalls.

Oman
Seek out the oryx and the land’s incredible variety of other fauna, flora and birds.

Romania 
Bucharest has charming monasteries and a vibrant cultural scene.

Sri Lanka

Explore Sri Lanka’s lush hinterland by train

Spain
Home of Gaudí, brimming with artistic cities and luscious landscapes.

Sri Lanka
Explore spectacular tea plantations and wildlife-packed national parks.

St Lucia
Perfect for expert beachgoers, history buffs and luxury lovers.

St Kitts
Home to the colossal Brimstone Hill Fortress and a unique scenic railway that trundles around the coast.

Istanbul

Istanbul’s mosques are not to be missed

Sweden
Magnificent mountain vistas, midnight sun and the magical northern lights equal a nature lover’s dream.

Switzerland
Heaven for alpinists – explore Europe’s largest mountain range.  

Turkey
For Istanbul’s ornate Ottoman palaces and unrivalled views of the mighty Bosphorus.

Turks and Caicos
Voted the Caribbean’s ultimate diving destination.

inset-Switzerland

Embrace the green and the good in Switzerland

Ukraine
Kyiv’s eclectic cityscape is a must for architecture lovers.

United Arab Emirates
Home to the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa.

If you want to find out more about flying to safe destinations with British Airways, check out travel requirements on our map here

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