Manila Bulletin
COVID-19 swab tests to be reinstated for Boracay-bound tourists
Aklan province has reinstated the negative RT-PCR test requirement for tourists visiting Boracay Island starting January 9 to curb the spread of COVID-19, particularly the Omicron variant.
This new rule applies to all tourists, even those who are fully vaccinated, and requires them to have a test result certifying they are not infected with COVID-19.
Governor Florencio Miraflores issued Executive Order No. 2022-001 to implement this change.
Other requirements for inbound travelers to Boracay include a hotel booking, proof of vaccination status, and a QR code with health declaration status.
The province also reinstated curfews, with mainland Aklan from 9 PM to 4 AM and Boracay from 10 PM to 4 AM daily.
Malay Mayor Floribar Bautista supported the new restrictions, noting reports of tourists testing positive for COVID-19 after trips to Boracay.
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