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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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It seems to bother a lot of people when general discussion occurs on dedicated Spain threads. If you were to have a chat about GC in the Lounge people would be asking to move it to the Spain area.
So here it is. A general Canaries news, views and ideas and some good old fashioned general banter welcome. |
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By *athy1Couple
over a year ago
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"It seems to bother a lot of people when general discussion occurs on dedicated Spain threads. If you were to have a chat about GC in the Lounge people would be asking to move it to the Spain area.
So here it is. A general Canaries news, views and ideas and some good old fashioned general banter welcome."
Don’t start about the weather again ffs |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"It seems to bother a lot of people when general discussion occurs on dedicated Spain threads. If you were to have a chat about GC in the Lounge people would be asking to move it to the Spain area.
So here it is. A general Canaries news, views and ideas and some good old fashioned general banter welcome.
Don’t start about the weather again ffs"
But it's been really nice today. Maybe a little bit windy but the sun was shining at least. |
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"It seems to bother a lot of people when general discussion occurs on dedicated Spain threads. If you were to have a chat about GC in the Lounge people would be asking to move it to the Spain area.
So here it is. A general Canaries news, views and ideas and some good old fashioned general banter welcome.
Don’t start about the weather again ffs
But it's been really nice today. Maybe a little bit windy but the sun was shining at least."
Absolutely pissing it down here. Raining buckets. Kinda reminds me of Gran Canaria last week.
#SoNotJealous |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Gran Canaria back on the 2 week quarantine list starting 4am 12th December ??"
Yes they have a SHOCKING IA7 of 18.8 !!!!
What's England at the moment 113.7?
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"It seems to bother a lot of people when general discussion occurs on dedicated Spain threads. If you were to have a chat about GC in the Lounge people would be asking to move it to the Spain area.
So here it is. A general Canaries news, views and ideas and some good old fashioned general banter welcome.
Don’t start about the weather again ffs
But it's been really nice today. Maybe a little bit windy but the sun was shining at least.
Absolutely pissing it down here. Raining buckets. Kinda reminds me of Gran Canaria last week.
#SoNotJealous"
I know right. It rained so much here I nearly got homesick. I almost put a long sleave shirt on it was so cold! |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"When it’s time for the popcorn to come out, can I put an order in for Joe & Seph’s gourmet popcorn? The Caramel and Belgium Chocolate one for me please."
Sure. I'll bring it over fresh from GC. See you in 14 days  |
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"It seems to bother a lot of people when general discussion occurs on dedicated Spain threads. If you were to have a chat about GC in the Lounge people would be asking to move it to the Spain area.
So here it is. A general Canaries news, views and ideas and some good old fashioned general banter welcome.
Don’t start about the weather again ffs
But it's been really nice today. Maybe a little bit windy but the sun was shining at least.
Absolutely pissing it down here. Raining buckets. Kinda reminds me of Gran Canaria last week.
#SoNotJealous
I know right. It rained so much here I nearly got homesick. I almost put a long sleave shirt on it was so cold!"
Lol
I put my Hawaiian shirt, Bermuda shorts and flip flops on here. Didn’t quite have the same effect. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"It seems to bother a lot of people when general discussion occurs on dedicated Spain threads. If you were to have a chat about GC in the Lounge people would be asking to move it to the Spain area.
So here it is. A general Canaries news, views and ideas and some good old fashioned general banter welcome.
Don’t start about the weather again ffs
But it's been really nice today. Maybe a little bit windy but the sun was shining at least.
Absolutely pissing it down here. Raining buckets. Kinda reminds me of Gran Canaria last week.
#SoNotJealous
I know right. It rained so much here I nearly got homesick. I almost put a long sleave shirt on it was so cold!
Lol
I put my Hawaiian shirt, Bermuda shorts and flip flops on here. Didn’t quite have the same effect."
Did the men with the white coats offer you a jacket? 
I'm never letting them put that thing on me again. 5 seconds after it's on your nose starts itching...  |
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"It seems to bother a lot of people when general discussion occurs on dedicated Spain threads. If you were to have a chat about GC in the Lounge people would be asking to move it to the Spain area.
So here it is. A general Canaries news, views and ideas and some good old fashioned general banter welcome.
Don’t start about the weather again ffs
But it's been really nice today. Maybe a little bit windy but the sun was shining at least.
Absolutely pissing it down here. Raining buckets. Kinda reminds me of Gran Canaria last week.
#SoNotJealous
I know right. It rained so much here I nearly got homesick. I almost put a long sleave shirt on it was so cold!
Lol
I put my Hawaiian shirt, Bermuda shorts and flip flops on here. Didn’t quite have the same effect.
Did the men with the white coats offer you a jacket?
I'm never letting them put that thing on me again. 5 seconds after it's on your nose starts itching... "
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"It seems to bother a lot of people when general discussion occurs on dedicated Spain threads. If you were to have a chat about GC in the Lounge people would be asking to move it to the Spain area.
So here it is. A general Canaries news, views and ideas and some good old fashioned general banter welcome.
Don’t start about the weather again ffs
But it's been really nice today. Maybe a little bit windy but the sun was shining at least.
Absolutely pissing it down here. Raining buckets. Kinda reminds me of Gran Canaria last week.
#SoNotJealous
I know right. It rained so much here I nearly got homesick. I almost put a long sleave shirt on it was so cold!
Lol
I put my Hawaiian shirt, Bermuda shorts and flip flops on here. Didn’t quite have the same effect.
Did the men with the white coats offer you a jacket?
I'm never letting them put that thing on me again. 5 seconds after it's on your nose starts itching... "
My parole officer says I shouldn't talk about these things....  |
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By *lex46TV/TS
over a year ago
Near Wells |
Well I've just annoyed my whole family because Alex wants to go to Gran Canaria next week on a holiday already booked, paid for and Covid test passed.
Instead of having Christmas Dinner with them for about 3 hours on Christmas day as I will now have to self isolate over Christmas. My sister, her husband, nephew and my father don't know about Alex and don't understand why I'm so keen (desperate) to go. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Well I've just annoyed my whole family because Alex wants to go to Gran Canaria next week on a holiday already booked, paid for and Covid test passed.
Instead of having Christmas Dinner with them for about 3 hours on Christmas day as I will now have to self isolate over Christmas. My sister, her husband, nephew and my father don't know about Alex and don't understand why I'm so keen (desperate) to go. "
Come to Gran Canaria!!! It's a different world. Clubs are open. People are relaxed. The weather is back to being fantastic. Your family will forgive you eventually  |
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"It seems to bother a lot of people when general discussion occurs on dedicated Spain threads. If you were to have a chat about GC in the Lounge people would be asking to move it to the Spain area.
So here it is. A general Canaries news, views and ideas and some good old fashioned general banter welcome.
Don’t start about the weather again ffs
But it's been really nice today. Maybe a little bit windy but the sun was shining at least.
Absolutely pissing it down here. Raining buckets. Kinda reminds me of Gran Canaria last week.
#SoNotJealous
I know right. It rained so much here I nearly got homesick. I almost put a long sleave shirt on it was so cold!
Lol
I put my Hawaiian shirt, Bermuda shorts and flip flops on here. Didn’t quite have the same effect.
Did the men with the white coats offer you a jacket?
I'm never letting them put that thing on me again. 5 seconds after it's on your nose starts itching...
My parole officer says I shouldn't talk about these things.... "
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
chelmsford |
"It seems to bother a lot of people when general discussion occurs on dedicated Spain threads. If you were to have a chat about GC in the Lounge people would be asking to move it to the Spain area.
So here it is. A general Canaries news, views and ideas and some good old fashioned general banter welcome.
Don’t start about the weather again ffs
But it's been really nice today. Maybe a little bit windy but the sun was shining at least."
Oh that's splendid |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
chelmsford |
"Well I've just annoyed my whole family because Alex wants to go to Gran Canaria next week on a holiday already booked, paid for and Covid test passed.
Instead of having Christmas Dinner with them for about 3 hours on Christmas day as I will now have to self isolate over Christmas. My sister, her husband, nephew and my father don't know about Alex and don't understand why I'm so keen (desperate) to go. "
You go and enjoy yourself |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
chelmsford |
"It seems to bother a lot of people when general discussion occurs on dedicated Spain threads. If you were to have a chat about GC in the Lounge people would be asking to move it to the Spain area.
So here it is. A general Canaries news, views and ideas and some good old fashioned general banter welcome.
Don’t start about the weather again ffs
But it's been really nice today. Maybe a little bit windy but the sun was shining at least.
Absolutely pissing it down here. Raining buckets. Kinda reminds me of Gran Canaria last week.
#SoNotJealous
I know right. It rained so much here I nearly got homesick. I almost put a long sleave shirt on it was so cold!
Lol
I put my Hawaiian shirt, Bermuda shorts and flip flops on here. Didn’t quite have the same effect.
Did the men with the white coats offer you a jacket?
I'm never letting them put that thing on me again. 5 seconds after it's on your nose starts itching... "
Haha! |
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By *lex46TV/TS
over a year ago
Near Wells |
"Well I've just annoyed my whole family because Alex wants to go to Gran Canaria next week on a holiday already booked, paid for and Covid test passed.
Instead of having Christmas Dinner with them for about 3 hours on Christmas day as I will now have to self isolate over Christmas. My sister, her husband, nephew and my father don't know about Alex and don't understand why I'm so keen (desperate) to go. "
Thanks for the replies and support. I can't wait to come over on Saturday.
Just need to fill out the Spanish health thing now |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
chelmsford |
"Well I've just annoyed my whole family because Alex wants to go to Gran Canaria next week on a holiday already booked, paid for and Covid test passed.
Instead of having Christmas Dinner with them for about 3 hours on Christmas day as I will now have to self isolate over Christmas. My sister, her husband, nephew and my father don't know about Alex and don't understand why I'm so keen (desperate) to go.
Thanks for the replies and support. I can't wait to come over on Saturday.
Just need to fill out the Spanish health thing now "
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Hola! So who wants to know what the weather is doing today?
Any info needed about a Full English Breakfast?
Any info needed about clubs, pubs, bars and restaurants?
Beach information?
Taxis? Buses? Trains? Planes? |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
chelmsford |
"Hola! So who wants to know what the weather is doing today?
Any info needed about a Full English Breakfast?
Any info needed about clubs, pubs, bars and restaurants?
Beach information?
Taxis? Buses? Trains? Planes? "
Hola!  yes what is the weather like. We always have a good English breakfast at coco bar/restaurant, at Annexo 2. Unfortunately, they look closed, but they have another restaurant 50 yards along. They are a lovely family and a large family, two of the sons are policemen.  x |
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Weather is good. But the wind is fierce today.
Lots of my usual drinking venues seem to be closed although they may be open tonight with it being the start of the weekend.
Was hardly anyone in yumbo .
So far no one has asked to see my covid test certificate. The airport staff scanned my Spanish qr code but that was it. The hotel left the key in a key box and there is no reception open. |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
chelmsford |
"Weather is good. But the wind is fierce today.
Lots of my usual drinking venues seem to be closed although they may be open tonight with it being the start of the weekend.
Was hardly anyone in yumbo .
So far no one has asked to see my covid test certificate. The airport staff scanned my Spanish qr code but that was it. The hotel left the key in a key box and there is no reception open. "
Thanks for that information. Hopefully some of your usual drinking places will open up. So the airport experience sounded good are you in a small hotel? Have a good day |
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"Weather is good. But the wind is fierce today.
Lots of my usual drinking venues seem to be closed although they may be open tonight with it being the start of the weekend.
Was hardly anyone in yumbo .
So far no one has asked to see my covid test certificate. The airport staff scanned my Spanish qr code but that was it. The hotel left the key in a key box and there is no reception open.
Thanks for that information. Hopefully some of your usual drinking places will open up. So the airport experience sounded good are you in a small hotel? Have a good day "
Yeah it’s not a big hotel . There was lots on anger though from the bar owners about the quarantine being changed again. It’s very low rates in playa |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
chelmsford |
"Weather is good. But the wind is fierce today.
Lots of my usual drinking venues seem to be closed although they may be open tonight with it being the start of the weekend.
Was hardly anyone in yumbo .
So far no one has asked to see my covid test certificate. The airport staff scanned my Spanish qr code but that was it. The hotel left the key in a key box and there is no reception open.
Thanks for that information. Hopefully some of your usual drinking places will open up. So the airport experience sounded good are you in a small hotel? Have a good day
Yeah it’s not a big hotel . There was lots on anger though from the bar owners about the quarantine being changed again. It’s very low rates in playa "
They have a every right to be angry. Another poster on another thread, has said the UK have reduced the quarantine period to 10 days, so anyone returning over the weekend will still be out and about at Christmas. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"I have my QR code, my negative PCR certificate and I will be landing tomorrow evening.
Where can I get breakfast Sunday morning? Staying in PDI "
Excellent news! I hope you have a pleasant flight with no dramas and enjoy a lovely holiday here in paradise.
I don't know if Windsor Gardens (Yumbo) will be be open in these times but they're usually open from 11am. Last time we were there they really appreciated our patronage and the service was excellent. |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
chelmsford |
"Why would they do that??
Which bars where they"
Hello, howz you...they are not really helping things are they? Lots of people are hoping to go for Christmas, it's a shame they have to do that.. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Can second the windsor garden . Great little restaurant with great and friendly staff. If it is open. If not ground floor of the yumbo try buddies for a great breakfast "
Always go to Windsor garden , breakfast is mmmmmm plus the lady who works there is so friendly and always remembers my name from one trip to another |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
chelmsford |
"Why would they do that??
Which bars where they
It was the German ones in the corner of the yumbo . We haven’t found out why as yet
Crazy...no  ...
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I know ...I'm sure you'll still have a lovely time |
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"Why would they do that??
Which bars where they
It was the German ones in the corner of the yumbo . We haven’t found out why as yet
Crazy...no ...
I know ...I'm sure you'll still have a lovely time "
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
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"Why would they do that??
Which bars where they
It was the German ones in the corner of the yumbo . We haven’t found out why as yet
Crazy...no ...
I know ...I'm sure you'll still have a lovely time
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Maybe he could play whilst he's out there..and give out lots of   |
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"Why would they do that??
Which bars where they
It was the German ones in the corner of the yumbo . We haven’t found out why as yet
Apparently blocking an emergency exit. "
Yes saw it on canary news that the police had said that. But they weren’t and the bar in corner has put a pot plant where the tree was |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Update on what covid test is required.
We fly out on 9th January, does anyone know what test is required for entry? Seems to be confusion as to whether PCR or Antigen? Thanks |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Update on what covid test is required.
We fly out on 9th January, does anyone know what test is required for entry? Seems to be confusion as to whether PCR or Antigen? Thanks "
https://www.canarianweekly.com/posts/which-test-needed-to-come-canary-islands |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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Given the rate that everything changes what it will be on the 9th is anyone's guess.
We have learned to do everything last minute and only book our flights one way. |
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"Update on what covid test is required.
We fly out on 9th January, does anyone know what test is required for entry? Seems to be confusion as to whether PCR or Antigen? Thanks
https://www.canarianweekly.com/posts/which-test-needed-to-come-canary-islands"
It is what YOUR AIRLINE accepts. You need to clarify with them is coming from UK. |
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By *parkybunnyCouple
over a year ago
Zurich. NOT London. |
"Update on what covid test is required.
We fly out on 9th January, does anyone know what test is required for entry? Seems to be confusion as to whether PCR or Antigen? Thanks "
Depends on your carrier, easyJet are only accepting PCR. I would suggest checking your carriers Twitter feed for the most up to date info. |
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"Update on what covid test is required.
We fly out on 9th January, does anyone know what test is required for entry? Seems to be confusion as to whether PCR or Antigen? Thanks "
When we flew to GC in November, the PCR test was not for entry but to provide your accommodation provider with negative proof and taken within 72 hours of arrival. |
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By *lex46TV/TS
over a year ago
Near Wells |
Easyjet are very strict. They check your PCR test certificate and QR code while you are in the queue for check-in. At least they do in Bristol.
A poor lady behind me had her two young kids and her mother with her, paid £400 for all the tests via a postal /courier service. They didn't arrive back in time and they didn't get on the plane.
Your checked again at the departure gate, again a couple were refused to board the plane.
When you land, the Spanish looked at both and scanned the code and finally the hotel wanted a copy.
Its hard work but definitely worth it as the weather looks gorgeous today and I'm having a ball. |
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"Easyjet are very strict. They check your PCR test certificate and QR code while you are in the queue for check-in. At least they do in Bristol.
A poor lady behind me had her two young kids and her mother with her, paid £400 for all the tests via a postal /courier service. They didn't arrive back in time and they didn't get on the plane.
Your checked again at the departure gate, again a couple were refused to board the plane.
When you land, the Spanish looked at both and scanned the code and finally the hotel wanted a copy.
Its hard work but definitely worth it as the weather looks gorgeous today and I'm having a ball. "
Same at Gatwick on Friday - checked at baggage drop and then checkpoint at the gate. Asked specifically for PCR results. |
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"Foreign office are still saying you need the pcr test to arrive into canaries. And until that changes any flights from the Uk will insist on a pcr test. Do not rely on getting an anti gen test.
Waiting on ours now, can't get excited or packed until the results Hun xx
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"Foreign office are still saying you need the pcr test to arrive into canaries. And until that changes any flights from the Uk will insist on a pcr test. Do not rely on getting an anti gen test.
Waiting on ours now, can't get excited or packed until the results Hun xx
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It’s a nerve racking time waiting lol. |
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"Foreign office are still saying you need the pcr test to arrive into canaries. And until that changes any flights from the Uk will insist on a pcr test. Do not rely on getting an anti gen test.
Waiting on ours now, can't get excited or packed until the results Hun xx
It’s a nerve racking time waiting lol. "
It is lol all this for some sun, I must be desperate won't dare open the email lol xx |
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By *ddcplCouple
over a year ago
Edinburgh |
We've postponed until February now. Let's see if we make that one lol! Lots of people seem to be not getting pcr back in time for their flight and we cant really do ten days quarantine either so decided to wait a bit longer. Have a great time everyone! |
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By *lex46TV/TS
over a year ago
Near Wells |
Well I'm having a great time, Secrets last night which was fun. On the beach all day today, glorious weather. For tomorrow I've hired a motorbike, I've got it for the rest of the week actually. So I'm going for a tour of the island, just me and my motorbike |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Well I'm having a great time, Secrets last night which was fun. On the beach all day today, glorious weather. For tomorrow I've hired a motorbike, I've got it for the rest of the week actually. So I'm going for a tour of the island, just me and my motorbike "
So jealous,have a wicked time |
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By *ddcplCouple
over a year ago
Edinburgh |
"Well I'm having a great time, Secrets last night which was fun. On the beach all day today, glorious weather. For tomorrow I've hired a motorbike, I've got it for the rest of the week actually. So I'm going for a tour of the island, just me and my motorbike
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Have a great time! Gutted that we can't make it! Was so looking forward to Christmas day on the beach!
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"Well I'm having a great time, Secrets last night which was fun. On the beach all day today, glorious weather. For tomorrow I've hired a motorbike, I've got it for the rest of the week actually. So I'm going for a tour of the island, just me and my motorbike "
You enjoy your self on the bike Alex sweetie. Roads are amazing and the views are something else.
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By *ed14Couple
over a year ago
Yorkshire |
"Foreign office are still saying you need the pcr test to arrive into canaries. And until that changes any flights from the Uk will insist on a pcr test. Do not rely on getting an anti gen test.
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TUI have sent us a link to get antigen test for £49 and do it over video link, result in 15 mins and fit to fly cert within 30mins. So TUI are accepting Antigen for flight. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Foreign office are still saying you need the pcr test to arrive into canaries. And until that changes any flights from the Uk will insist on a pcr test. Do not rely on getting an anti gen test.
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Not anymore, it’s changed today |
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By *parkybunnyCouple
over a year ago
Zurich. NOT London. |
"Foreign office are still saying you need the pcr test to arrive into canaries. And until that changes any flights from the Uk will insist on a pcr test. Do not rely on getting an anti gen test.
Not anymore, it’s changed today "
easyJet from their Twitter feed less than an hour ago states PCR only. Check with your airline what they will accept.
"Hi there, you need to follow Spain national rules and not Canary Island rules. Spain national rules advises that only a negative PCR test is accepted for entry into the country, https://t.co/QHA4NDkHEl. - Thanks, Kay" |
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Just had an update from fco
Summary
Still current at:
15 December 2020
Updated:
14 December 2020
Latest update:
Updated information on Covid-19 testing requirements (see 'Entry requirements' page)
The FCDO advises against all but essential travel to:
Spain, including the Balearic Islands but excluding the Canary Islands, based on the current assessment of COVID-19 risks.
If you are returning to the UK from the Canary Islands on or after 4am on 12 December, you will need to self-isolate on your return. You must still self-isolate if returning to the UK from any other part of Spain. Some exemptions apply. Check the latest guidance for England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
Travel is subject to entry restrictions
On arrival, travellers entering Spain from the UK will not be required to self-isolate. However, from 23 November, all passengers (excluding children under the age of 6 years old) travelling to Spanish airports and ports from ‘risk’ countries, as determined by the European Centre for Disease Prevention & Control are required to present a negative PCR swab test taken within no more than 72 hours prior to arrival, in order to enter the country.
From 10 December, a TMA (Transcription-Mediated Amplification) swab test or a LAMP (Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification) test are also accepted by Spanish authorities, again taken within no more than 72 hours prior to arrival. While TMA and LAMP tests are not currently widely available in the UK, you should refer to testing facilities directly for information on the types of tests available to you, prior to booking an appointment. The UK is currently on the ‘risk’ countries list and passengers arriving from the UK are therefore subject to this requirement.
You should not use the NHS testing service to get a test in order to facilitate your travel to another country. You should arrange to take a private test and should confirm with the testing facility the type of tests available prior to booking an appointment.
You will also be subject to the additional three requirements at the point of entry:
it is mandatory for all passengers travelling by air or sea to Spain to fill out and sign an online Health Control Form 48 hours prior to travel, providing the Spanish Ministry of Health with:
contact information;
details of any known history of exposure to COVID-19; and
confirmation that you are able to provide evidence (electronically or hardcopy) that you have undertaken a PCR, TMA or LAMP test taken no more than 72 hours prior to arrival and have tested negative for COVID-19.
You can do this on the Spain Travel Health website or downloadable app. On completion, you will be issued a personal and non-transferable QR code which you must show (electronically or hardcopy) at airport health controls on arrival.
temperature check
undergo a visual health assessment
Overland travellers to Spain are exempt from the above mentioned entry requirements and are therefore not currently required to present a PCR or TMA test, or Health Control Form on entry by road or rail.
Negative COVID-19 antigen tests may be accepted by health authorities on arrival to the Canary Islands. See here for information from Canary Island Tourism Authority and check any further entry requirements with your travel provider prior to travel. Regulated tourist accommodation providers on the Canary Islands require all travellers aged 6 years and over, to present a negative COVID-19 test on check-in, taken no more than 72 hours prior to arrival. The same test used on entry to the Canary Islands may be used, providing you check-in within 72 hours of the test being taken.
See Entry requirements for more information before you plan to travel.
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Just saw this on Hello Canary news, part of statement from Ministry of tourism;
I am not sure about the tests:
What test documentation is required?
You need to have diagnostic test for active SARS-COV-2 infection with a negative result. The tests that are allowed are PCR (RT-PCR for COVID-19), and antigen tests that detect SARS-COV-2 antigens with an accuracy of 97% and a sensitivity of over 80% as defined in their supporting documentation.
The test must come with a printed or digital certificate that contains the following information: name, surnames and ID number of the person tested, name of the health organisation or authority that does the test, contact details of the medical centre, brand and health authorisation of the test, date and time of the test, and the test result. In the case of antigen tests, the certificate must include the accuracy and sensitivity of the test. It is preferable if the test certificate is in English or Spanish.
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
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"We are flying to G Canaria from mainland Spain on Saturday 19th December until the 26th so hope to meet new friends while we are there "
Make sure you get your test done, just been announced today test required from mainland Spain. |
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"Just had another fcdo update. Canaries have announced antigen test is acceptable goto gov.uk fcdo for info and select spain "
Does HM Government site tell you what the airline's rules are? How many bags you can take etc? It's an awful long way to swim here after an antigen test! |
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"at least two people have been prevented from boarding in the UK with an antigen test because “Spain requires PCR/TMA regardless of what the Canaries might want to allow”
https://www.janetanscombe.com/news/spain-to-demand-pcr-test-at-ports-and-airports-from-all-arrivals-from-high-risk-countries-from-23-november.html
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
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""at least two people have been prevented from boarding in the UK with an antigen test because “Spain requires PCR/TMA regardless of what the Canaries might want to allow”
https://www.janetanscombe.com/news/spain-to-demand-pcr-test-at-ports-and-airports-from-all-arrivals-from-high-risk-countries-from-23-november.html
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By *lex46TV/TS
over a year ago
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Changing the subject slightly.
The effort to get here is a pain but once you're here it's definitely worth it It's just so relaxed, chilling and fun. So much so that I've just extended my stay for another 3 days. Not going home until Tuesday 22nd now |
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"Boris Johnson announcement...London and some areas in South East, who were in tier 3 to move to tier 4..no travel abroad if you are in tier 4..."
We are booked to go out to PDI on 10th Jan for 3 weeks.
Doubt travel restrictions will lifted by then.
Even if they are, EU haven't said if once we are out of the Brexit transition period on 1st Jan that they will make an exception of the UK and let us visit with the UK's high covid rates.
So doubt we will be going |
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over a year ago
chelmsford |
"Boris Johnson announcement...London and some areas in South East, who were in tier 3 to move to tier 4..no travel abroad if you are in tier 4...
We are booked to go out to PDI on 10th Jan for 3 weeks.
Doubt travel restrictions will lifted by then.
Even if they are, EU haven't said if once we are out of the Brexit transition period on 1st Jan that they will make an exception of the UK and let us visit with the UK's high covid rates.
So doubt we will be going "
it's a mess isn't it... |
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By *athy1Couple
over a year ago
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"When it’s time for the popcorn to come out, can I put an order in for Joe & Seph’s gourmet popcorn? The Caramel and Belgium Chocolate one for me please."
Hi the answer was he’s mr know it all
Think about it |
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"Boris Johnson announcement...London and some areas in South East, who were in tier 3 to move to tier 4..no travel abroad if you are in tier 4...
We are booked to go out to PDI on 10th Jan for 3 weeks.
Doubt travel restrictions will lifted by then.
Even if they are, EU haven't said if once we are out of the Brexit transition period on 1st Jan that they will make an exception of the UK and let us visit with the UK's high covid rates.
So doubt we will be going "
That is another hurdle to jump, as with such high rates of transmission in UK, very doubtful that the EU will allow UK citizens entry after 1st January. Just wish they would say it now so we all know where we are, and not let it drag on like Bojo and crew have done over everything!
We are due to fly out on 9TH Jan, but as we are in Tier 4 can't travel anyway but at least if EU ban UK citizens easier to get refund from Jet2 than have to go through our insurance. |
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"When it’s time for the popcorn to come out, can I put an order in for Joe & Seph’s gourmet popcorn? The Caramel and Belgium Chocolate one for me please.
Hi the answer was he’s mr know it all
Think about it "
Kind of reminds me of that Smiths song. |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
chelmsford |
"When it’s time for the popcorn to come out, can I put an order in for Joe & Seph’s gourmet popcorn? The Caramel and Belgium Chocolate one for me please.
Hi the answer was he’s mr know it all
Think about it
Kind of reminds me of that Smiths song."
This Charming Man?...  |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
chelmsford |
"Boris Johnson announcement...London and some areas in South East, who were in tier 3 to move to tier 4..no travel abroad if you are in tier 4...
We are booked to go out to PDI on 10th Jan for 3 weeks.
Doubt travel restrictions will lifted by then.
Even if they are, EU haven't said if once we are out of the Brexit transition period on 1st Jan that they will make an exception of the UK and let us visit with the UK's high covid rates.
So doubt we will be going
That is another hurdle to jump, as with such high rates of transmission in UK, very doubtful that the EU will allow UK citizens entry after 1st January. Just wish they would say it now so we all know where we are, and not let it drag on like Bojo and crew have done over everything!
We are due to fly out on 9TH Jan, but as we are in Tier 4 can't travel anyway but at least if EU ban UK citizens easier to get refund from Jet2 than have to go through our insurance."
Italy joining Belgium and Netherlands in banning UK flights because of fears over the new Covid strain... |
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"When it’s time for the popcorn to come out, can I put an order in for Joe & Seph’s gourmet popcorn? The Caramel and Belgium Chocolate one for me please.
Hi the answer was he’s mr know it all
Think about it
Kind of reminds me of that Smiths song.
This Charming Man?... "
They also did a birthday song I think. |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
chelmsford |
"When it’s time for the popcorn to come out, can I put an order in for Joe & Seph’s gourmet popcorn? The Caramel and Belgium Chocolate one for me please.
Hi the answer was he’s mr know it all
Think about it
Kind of reminds me of that Smiths song.
This Charming Man?...
They also did a birthday song I think."
Oh, I don't know that one |
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"Boris Johnson announcement...London and some areas in South East, who were in tier 3 to move to tier 4..no travel abroad if you are in tier 4...
We are booked to go out to PDI on 10th Jan for 3 weeks.
Doubt travel restrictions will lifted by then.
Even if they are, EU haven't said if once we are out of the Brexit transition period on 1st Jan that they will make an exception of the UK and let us visit with the UK's high covid rates.
So doubt we will be going
That is another hurdle to jump, as with such high rates of transmission in UK, very doubtful that the EU will allow UK citizens entry after 1st January. Just wish they would say it now so we all know where we are, and not let it drag on like Bojo and crew have done over everything!
We are due to fly out on 9TH Jan, but as we are in Tier 4 can't travel anyway but at least if EU ban UK citizens easier to get refund from Jet2 than have to go through our insurance.
Italy joining Belgium and Netherlands in banning UK flights because of fears over the new Covid strain..."
Our trip is looking less and less likely by the hour never mind the day!  |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
chelmsford |
"Boris Johnson announcement...London and some areas in South East, who were in tier 3 to move to tier 4..no travel abroad if you are in tier 4...
We are booked to go out to PDI on 10th Jan for 3 weeks.
Doubt travel restrictions will lifted by then.
Even if they are, EU haven't said if once we are out of the Brexit transition period on 1st Jan that they will make an exception of the UK and let us visit with the UK's high covid rates.
So doubt we will be going
That is another hurdle to jump, as with such high rates of transmission in UK, very doubtful that the EU will allow UK citizens entry after 1st January. Just wish they would say it now so we all know where we are, and not let it drag on like Bojo and crew have done over everything!
We are due to fly out on 9TH Jan, but as we are in Tier 4 can't travel anyway but at least if EU ban UK citizens easier to get refund from Jet2 than have to go through our insurance.
Italy joining Belgium and Netherlands in banning UK flights because of fears over the new Covid strain...
Our trip is looking less and less likely by the hour never mind the day! "
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"Boris Johnson announcement...London and some areas in South East, who were in tier 3 to move to tier 4..no travel abroad if you are in tier 4...
We are booked to go out to PDI on 10th Jan for 3 weeks.
Doubt travel restrictions will lifted by then.
Even if they are, EU haven't said if once we are out of the Brexit transition period on 1st Jan that they will make an exception of the UK and let us visit with the UK's high covid rates.
So doubt we will be going
That is another hurdle to jump, as with such high rates of transmission in UK, very doubtful that the EU will allow UK citizens entry after 1st January. Just wish they would say it now so we all know where we are, and not let it drag on like Bojo and crew have done over everything!
We are due to fly out on 9TH Jan, but as we are in Tier 4 can't travel anyway but at least if EU ban UK citizens easier to get refund from Jet2 than have to go through our insurance.
Italy joining Belgium and Netherlands in banning UK flights because of fears over the new Covid strain...
Our trip is looking less and less likely by the hour never mind the day!
So sorry "
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
chelmsford |
"Yeah and it will be a white Christmas in the UK....
Arrives in Gran Canaria tomoro but Tenerife will be worst hit on Xmas eve. Dry and Sandy air. Same as last Xmas . "
We've been there during the calima, was a bit dusty!it will be warm at least |
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"Strange one..OP ..no longer on this site !!!
Yes very strange I have my suspicions
Care to share..."
Please do he's been so active in the Spanish forum it seems perculiar that he's just disappeared.....very strange.... |
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"Strange one..OP ..no longer on this site !!!
Yes very strange I have my suspicions
Care to share...
Please do he's been so active in the Spanish forum it seems perculiar that he's just disappeared.....very strange...."
Poof..as in smoke...and gone ! |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
chelmsford |
"Still keep looking at the live webcams and last night it looked quite busy down melonaras end
Loads of people and entertainment
Just as the sun was going down
Beautiful "
Yes it looks like it has been busy over Christmas, good to see. x |
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"Well someone is going to miss their "white night", thats for sure
What's a ''white night''?
Come on you no what a white night is : 
No, please educate us "
Please do. I'm confused |
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"Well someone is going to miss their "white night", thats for sure
What's a ''white night''?
Come on you no what a white night is :
No, please educate us
Please do. I'm confused
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I think we need more emojis on this forum |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
chelmsford |
"In internet slang, a white knight is a man who comes to the unsolicited defense of a woman online, in the hopes of romantic or sexual favor. "
Ooh thank you...I don't know any of those |
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over a year ago
chelmsford |
"Well someone is going to miss their "white night", thats for sure
What's a ''white night''?
Come on you no what a white night is :
No, please educate us
Please do. I'm confused
I think we need more emojis on this forum "
Christmas ones are nice
 and  because it looks like my |
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over a year ago
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"Well someone is going to miss their "white night", thats for sure
What's a ''white night''?
Come on you no what a white night is :
No, please educate us
Please do. I'm confused
I think we need more emojis on this forum "
I see you had a good holiday! |
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"In internet slang, a white knight is a man who comes to the unsolicited defense of a woman online, in the hopes of romantic or sexual favor. "
Oh! I know what a White Knight is. Didn't understand a 'white night' |
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By *athy1Couple
over a year ago
bournemouth |
"In internet slang, a white knight is a man who comes to the unsolicited defense of a woman online, in the hopes of romantic or sexual favor.
Ooh thank you...I don't know any of those "
Realy I don’t think so |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
chelmsford |
"In internet slang, a white knight is a man who comes to the unsolicited defense of a woman online, in the hopes of romantic or sexual favor.
Oh! I know what a White Knight is. Didn't understand a 'white night' "
Hahaha |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
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"In internet slang, a white knight is a man who comes to the unsolicited defense of a woman online, in the hopes of romantic or sexual favor.
Oh! I know what a White Knight is. Didn't understand a 'white night' "
...and we still don't |
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"In internet slang, a white knight is a man who comes to the unsolicited defense of a woman online, in the hopes of romantic or sexual favor.
Ooh thank you...I don't know any of those
Realy I don’t think so "
I do know some very respectful gentlemen who are very lovely though..anyway I personally don't need a white night/knight, I am quite capable of riding my own stallion... |
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"Well someone is going to miss their "white night", thats for sure
What's a ''white night''?
Come on you no what a white night is :
No, please educate us
Please do. I'm confused
I think we need more emojis on this forum
I see you had a good holiday!"
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"Well someone is going to miss their "white night", thats for sure
What's a ''white night''?
Come on you no what a white night is :
No, please educate us
Please do. I'm confused
I think we need more emojis on this forum
I see you had a good holiday!
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"Well someone is going to miss their "white night", thats for sure
What's a ''white night''?
Come on you no what a white night is :
No, please educate us
Please do. I'm confused
I think we need more emojis on this forum "
Maybe not |
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" I do know some very respectful gentlemen who are very lovely though..anyway I personally don't need a white night/knight, I am quite capable of riding my own stallion... "
Cilla would have loved that witty retort........absolutely guaranteed you’d have been on your way to Majorca now with Clive from Newcastle.
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"Well someone is going to miss their "white night", thats for sure
What's a ''white night''?
Come on you no what a white night is :
No, please educate us
Please do. I'm confused
I think we need more emojis on this forum
Maybe not "
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" I do know some very respectful gentlemen who are very lovely though..anyway I personally don't need a white night/knight, I am quite capable of riding my own stallion...
Cilla would have loved that witty retort........absolutely guaranteed you’d have been on your way to Majorca now with Clive from Newcastle.
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