18 Popular Countries American Tourists Can Visit Right Now

COVID-19 brought travel to a screeching halt last year, but many countries have remained open (or are beginning to open) to American tourists. Read on to find out where your U.S. passport can take you for vacation this spring and summer, as well as the requirements you'll need to meet to make your trip happen.

Visiting Belize is a breeze right now if you're willing to jump through a few hoops. Tourists are required to show a negative PCR test taken within 96 hours of their arrival, but proof of immunization at least two weeks prior to arrival is also acceptable. You can also show a negative antigen test taken within 48 hours of travel.

If you're dreaming of an all-inclusive vacation in Punta Cana or La Romana, you're in luck. The Dominican Republic is accepting American tourists provided they are willing to get tested upon arrival. The resort destination says they'll administer airport aleatory breath tests to 3% to 15% of travelers upon arrival, as well as those who show symptoms for COVID-19.

In order to visit Grenada, Americans must book approved accomodation for at least two nights, apply for a travel authorization then get tested for COVID-19 within 72 hours of travel. From there, you must show a vaccination card and your travel authorization certification (or a negative PCR test and a vaccination certificate) before boarding, and you'll be tested when you arrive in Grenada. You'll receive your results within 48 hours, at which point you can freely enjoy the island.

Americans can explore the pink beaches of Bermuda this summer, but a few requirements need to be met. Specifically, travelers must fill out a Bermuda Travel Authorisation online and pay a $75 fee for each person. A negative COVID-19 PCR test is also required within 5 days of arrival through June 5, 2021, and then within four days of arrival starting on June 6, 2021.

If you hope to head to St. Maarten (St. Martin), you have to start your journey by filling out a mandatory health authorization application. Your application must include a mandatory COVID-19 insurance plan and a negative COVID-19 test result in situations where required. Travelers will also be monitored for temperature and symptoms upon arrival.

Whether you're dreaming of a beach vacation in Montego Bay or Negril, Jamaica is open to Americans who want to visit. All travelers ages 12 and up are required to present a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR or antigen test taken within 3 days of arrival. You also have to submit a travel authorization form online within 7 days of your intended travel date.

Americans can also visit the Bahamas right now, which is a huge relief! To meet their requirements, you must show a negative COVID-19 PCR test that was taken no earlier than 5 days before your arrival. You also have to fill out a Bahamas Travel Health Visa application and upload your test results before you go.

Mexico is one of the easiest countries to visit right now for Americans. You do not have to present a negative test to travel, although your resort may monitor you for temperature or health symptoms. While you will need a negative test result taken within 72 hours to return to the U.S. (just like you do with other countries), many resorts in Mexico are providing testing on-site for your convenience.

As of May 14, 2021, Greece is allowing permanent U.S. residents to visit the country, although an online Passenger Locator Form (PLF) is required. Visitors also need to show a negative COVID-19 test result from a test taken within 72 hours of arrival. Fully vaccinated U.S. residents without a test result can also enter Greece with their vaccination certificate. Vaccination must have been completed at least 14 days before arrival.

Ready to head to Panama to see the Panama Canal or the narrow Streets of Panama City's Casco Viejo? You absolutely can, but you need a negative test result from a test taken within 48 hours of travel to enter. Temperature checks and monitoring for symptoms can also be expected at the airport.

Those who want to visit one of the most luxurious destinations in the world can consider booking a Maldives vacation right now. Travelers need to fill out a Traveler Health Declaration and submit a negative PCR test taken within 96 hours of travel. However those who received their final COVID-19 vaccine and can submit proof of vaccination do not need to show a negative test result.

Beach lovers can absolutely travel to Turks and Caicos this summer, and no quarantine is required. However, tourists do have to fill out a Travel Authorization and present a negative COVID-19 test result from within 5 days of the travel date. Americans and other tourists also have to purchase a travel insurance plan that covers COVID-19 medical costs, including hospitalization.

Antigua is known as the land with a beach for every day of the year, and it's open to Americans who want to bask on its sunny shores. Adult tourists who arrive need to have a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR taken within seven days of arrival. Children below the age of 12 do not need a negative test to visit.

The Happy Island of Aruba is also open to American guests, with some conditions. Tourists need to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours of arrival, and all travelers are required to purchase an Aruba Visitors Insurance policy that will cover any healthcare expenses they incur if they become positive for COVID-19.

Is the Platinum Coast of Barbados calling your name? If so, you'll be happy to know American tourists can visit right now. To be eligible, you must arrive with a negative COVID-19 PCR test that was taken within 72 hours of arrival. All members of your party ages 2 and older must meet this requirement. You also have to fill out an online customs and immigration questionnaire before traveling.

The Caribbean island of St. Lucia is open to visitors of all countries, including the United States. Those (ages 5 and up) who want to book a vacation here need to show a negative COVID-19 PCR test result from a test taken within 5 days of travel. Travelers also need to fill out a Travel Registration Form ahead of time.

The Italian getaway you've been dreaming of can be possible this year if you're flexible with your plans. Currently, both American Airlines and Delta Air Lines are running special COVID-19 tested flights with required testing and negative COVID-19 test results before you board the airport. Those who fly these approved flights can avoid quarantine upon arrival in Italy.

While Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory, some measures still need to be taken before Americans can visit. Travelers need to fill out an online registration form and be able to submit a negative COVID-19 test result taken from within 72 hours of travel. Approved travelers will receive a QR code they can use to leave the airport.