The popular Atlantis resort is located on Paradise Island, Bahamas.<\/p>\n
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BY WELLS DUSENBURYSUN SENTINEL\/TNS<\/p>\n
The Bahamas officially reopened to the public last week with a handful of new coronavirus guidelines.<\/p>\n
When you pack your sunscreen and bathing suit, make sure you have your mask ready as well.<\/p>\n
Phase 2 allows for international travel. Earlier this month, the country allowed international boaters, yachters and private aviation as part of Phase 1.<\/p>\n
If you plan on visiting the Bahamas, you must present a negative COVID-19 swab test upon arrival.<\/p>\n
Travelers will also be required to complete an electronic health visa prior to departure and present proof of confirmation at their destination.<\/p>\n
At airports and seaports, all visitors will undergo temperature checks conducted by health care personnel.<\/p>\n
Any travelers who show COVID-19 symptoms will be transferred to a separate area for further testing and evaluation.<\/p>\n
Visitors will be required to wear face masks in any situation where it is necessary to enforce physical distancing guidelines.<\/p>\n
In addition to airports and sea terminals, travelers must wear masks in taxis, whilechecking in at hotels, standing in line at attractions and before being seated at restaurants.<\/p>\n
Failure to comply with the countrys mask guidelines could result in a $200 fine or onemonth imprisonment.<\/p>\n
JetBlue resumed daily service between Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Nassau last week, while American Airlines resumed flights twice a day between Miami and Nassau on Tuesday.<\/p>\n
The Bahamas will continue its mandatory curfew from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., so travelers must return to their housing accommodations during that time. Visitors will be allowed to move freely throughout their hotel and resort properties during curfew.<\/p>\n
One of the most popular hotels, Atlantis resumed operations on Tuesday. While the casino slot machines will be open 24\/7, table games and sports betting will have revised hours.<\/p>\n
Beginning July 13, the Bahamas will enter Phase 3 of its reopening, which allows for attractions, excursions and tours to resume. Phase 4, which begins July 27, will allow vendors and jet ski operators to reopen.<\/p>\n
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