Puerto Rico Travel Advisory
Those visiting Puerto Rico should reference local measures aimed at keeping travelers and residents safe, such as social distancing, and high standards of cleanliness.
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“The safety of Puerto Rican residents and all visitors to our Island is our utmost priority as we work together to minimize the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
As a preventative measure, Puerto Rico has put an Island-wide issues management plan in place and is exercising an abundance of caution with new policies in place for residents and tourists to avoid the mass spread of COVID-19 throughout the Island....
...Below is key information to be aware of:
- Airports: All commercial flights are being diverted to SJU to control passenger traffic. Adjustments in travel itineraries are at the discretion of each airline, in accordance with travel restrictions, as determined by the U.S. federal government. Usual operations at the airport are not affected by the curfew, which means passengers arriving or departing from the airports after curfew will be able to transit to and from their respective destination. The Government of Puerto Rico has activated the Puerto Rico National Guard to assist with enhanced health screenings of all passengers upon arrival into SJU, which consists of a brief verbal screening or temperature check via thermographic cameras. Additionally, rapid testing is being offered to incoming passengers but is not compulsory. These measures make the process of screening all arriving passengers to the airport more efficient and reliable. All passengers (visitors and residents) must self-quarantine for 14 days upon arrival, regardless of symptoms.
- Cruise operations: The San Juan Bay is currently closed for cruise ship vessels.
- Hotels: Remain open, however, public areas and amenities in hotels, such as spas, pools, and recreational areas will be closed. Room service will remain available for guests. Restaurants inside hotels will remain open but limited to those that can offer their services by way of carryout or delivery versus sit-down services. Bars inside restaurants will be closed.
- Casinos: Will remain closed until May 3, 2020.
- Restaurants: Will remain open but, limited to those that can offer their services by way of drive-thru, carry out, or delivery. Delivery services have been extended through 10:00 PM. Restaurants will not be hosting guests in a sit-down manner. Bars inside restaurants will also be closed. Please note supermarkets will be closed on Sundays.
- Attractions: All businesses will be closed with the exception of pharmacies, supermarkets, banks, or those related to the food or pharmaceutical industries. This applies to shopping malls, movie theaters, concert halls, casinos, bars, liquor stores, or any other place that facilitates gatherings. This also includes natural state reserves, national parks, recreational areas, and public beaches.
- Tours: All tours will be closed until further notice....”
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