Information for customers flying to Guernsey and Jersey
NOTIFICATION OF TRAVEL
In accordance with the latest advice from the States of Guernsey and Government of Jersey if you are flying to Guernsey or Jersey, please read the following pre-departure information.
Jersey:
From Friday 20 November, all passengers arriving into Jersey from Green, Amber and Red regions of the UK will require triple PCR tests on Days 0, 5 and 10:
- Green - Day 0, Day 5 & Day 10 PCR test: Self-isolation until Day 0 negative test result
- Amber - Day 0, Day 5 & Day 10 PCR test: Self-isolation until Day 5 negative test result
- Red - Day 0, Day 5 & Day 10 PCR test: Self-isolation until Day 10 negative test result
The three-band system also applies to countries and regions outside of the UK. An updated list by region can be found here: countries and regions are risk assessed.
Passengers are required to disclose their travel history for the 14 days prior to arrival in Jersey, including country of departure, and any other countries or regions visited or will have visited in this 14-day period.
General advice for travelling to Jersey can be found here.
Everyone planning to travel to Jersey is required to complete an online registration form within 48 hours before departure.
If you have any questions you can call the Blue Islands Customer Care team on:
01234 589 200
Mon-Fri: 09.00-17.30
Guernsey:
The States of Guernsey has issued new travel restrictions, if you are planning to travel to the island on or after 14 January 2021, your journey must be for essential reasons. This means you need to apply for an Essential Travel Permit which you can do by going to https://covid19.gov.gg/guidance/travel/essential-travel. Without this permit you may be denied entry, and may be prosecuted and fined up to £10,000.
General advice for travel to Guernsey can be found here www.gov.gg/coronavirus, alternatively, please call the States of Guernsey Covid non-clinical helpline on 01481 717118.
Enhanced wellbeing - fly with confidence
Enhanced wellbeing - fly with confidence
The continued safety and wellbeing of our passengers and crew is always our highest priority which is why we have implemented enhanced wellbeing measures which includes all customers aged 11 and above wearing face masks.
There is an exemption to the requirement for a face covering for customers with medical grounds, such as respiratory difficulties. If you meet the exemption requirements, you may be asked to present supporting government documentation
This is one element of a series of enhanced wellbeing measures we have implemented which include:
- Microbe Shield surface protection in the cabin
- Aircraft touch point sanitation procedures
- Cabin air is continuously replenished with fresh air every 5 - 7 minutes, the cabin may be slightly cooler than normal, therefore you may wish to have a jumper to hand
- Seat allocation to maximise the distance between passengers in the cabin where possible.
- Reduced contact points, with the exception of safety cards, all seat-back literature has been removed and there is no inflight service
We look forward to welcoming you on board.
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Edinburgh International Science Festival
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Edinburgh Festival Fringe
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Edinburgh International Festival
Experience first-class examples of artistic expression from around the world at the festival that started them all! With performances of opera, theatre, dance and classical music in some of Edinburgh’s grandest venues over August, you’ll be spoilt for cultural choice. And don’t miss the grand finale - live classical music accompanied by a phenomenal firework display from the castle ramparts above.
Christmas in Edinburgh
Edinburgh is truly dazzling during the Christmas season. From late November until early January, the city centre comes alive with bustling festive markets, thrilling rides and unforgettable shows and street performances. Make your Christmas a real cracker this year in the winter wonderland of Edinburgh.
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Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival
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Fireworks over Edinburgh Castle
Military Bagpipe Band
Festive Market
Fireworks over Edinburgh Castle photo ©VisitBritain/Andrew Pickett, Military Bagpipe Band photo ©VisitBritain/Andrew Pickett, Festive Market photo ©VisitBritain/Scott Salt
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