Let's take a look back at the overseas travel and business trip situation in 2022. What will happen in 2023? (Staff Blog Special Edition)
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Regarding the title "Overseas Travel Circumstances"
Travel expenses and hotel information,
In addition to local transportation
Regarding coronavirus regulations
I would like to write about it.
1) Travel expenses
Travel costs = airfare
In short, it's "very expensive."
You have to be prepared to pay 2 to 3 times the normal amount.
I don't think so.
The reason is
First of all, due to the impact of COVID-19,
The number of trains (especially those connecting Japan and overseas)
It is becoming very rare
This is thought to be the cause.
Furthermore, from around September 2022,
Regulations regarding the return of vaccinated people
Due to the relaxation of restrictions, there is a scramble for tickets.
It has begun.
That movement will drive up ticket prices.
I think they're fishing.
moreover,
Rising fuel prices, a weak yen, etc.
From the perspective of travelers, the impact is also
It's a double whammy, a triple whammy.
In the future, in Japan too
If coronavirus restrictions are further relaxed
The number of international flights has returned to the previous situation.
I think prices will stabilize.
Also, if the weak yen is corrected,
Fuel costs will also stabilize
I think so.
Unfortunately, this is something that can only be achieved by individual efforts.
Because there is nothing that can be done
Those who prioritize cost will continue to
It is best to refrain from unnecessary and non-urgent overseas travel.
Maybe it's good...
2) Overseas hotel situation
When it comes to traveling abroad, the next thing you need is an air ticket.
What you need to secure is accommodation.
This is relatively stable .
The reason is that, mainly in Europe
"Ending coronavirus restrictions"
Because the number of countries is increasing.
Especially in the euro area
Coronavirus restrictions officially end
In so-called "normal times"
It's becoming possible to enjoy traveling abroad.
Presenting negative proof at restaurants,
Pre-entry testing and vaccination certificates
There's no need to obtain it.
Regarding hotels, the usual
There may be seasonal variations, etc.
Basically, it's the same as before.
However, the yen price against the euro
The yen is moving in a weaker direction.
The amount to be paid in Japanese yen is
You need to be careful about the increase.
3) Travelling within the venue
This is also the same as the hotel
The perception is that things are basically back to normal .
however,
In some countries and regions, like Japan,
We continue to implement coronavirus countermeasures
There may be cases where
In that case, please refrain from traveling by airplane or other public transportation.
You may be asked to wear a mask.
(The degree of enforcement varies depending on the country or region.
My impression is that it varies.)
It has nothing to do with Corona,
When using a local taxi
We recommend using UBER.
The amount is not determined after the race,
When booking a ride using UBER,
You can rest assured that the payment amount is fixed.
4) COVID-19 regulations
When traveling from Japan to overseas
The travel restrictions are roughly as follows:
I am aware of this.
A) If you have received three doses of the vaccine ,
PCR testing 72 hours before returning to Japan,
No proof of negative test required
B) COVID-19 restrictions may apply depending on your destination
It may have been abolished ,
Special procedures and procedures for entry
No documents required
If A) and B), then it is effectively
We can say that things are returning to the state they were before the coronavirus restrictions.
If only A) applies
You will need to follow the regulations of your destination country.
If only B) applies,
A negative PCR test 72 hours before returning to Japan
Upon returning to Japan,
You must present it.
5) Outlook for overseas travel in 2023
This is just my personal impression, but
I think we're going to move in a more easing direction.
There is also "corona fatigue,"
In the first place, governments are spending money on coronavirus countermeasures
I also feel like they don't want to wear it.
Because new strains are emerging
Although the number of infected people fluctuates somewhat,
Basically, "With Corona" and "Corona Finish"
I think the situation will remain unchanged.
Costs are affected by exchange rates and fuel prices.
Dramatic improvement is unlikely until next spring.
I don't think that's likely.
Regulatory and cost considerations
Considering various considerations, should I go now?
I think it's good to be judged.
I can finally go to the overseas country I've always wanted to go to!
So this year, the international flights
It's finally starting to get lively.
I often travel to Poland,
I hope to go again soon.
Something that worries me,
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