Thailand to allow some vaccinated tourists to bypass quarantine – Boston News, Weather, Sports

(CNN) — Thailand has taken another step toward fully reopening to tourism by allowing fully vaccinated visitors from a handful of approved countries to bypass quarantine from November 1.

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said the move was needed to allow Thailand to take advantage of travelers hoping to escape during upcoming wither holidays.

“We must act quickly but still cautiously and not miss the opportunity to entice some of the year-end and new year holiday season travelers… to support the many millions of people who earn a living from our tourism,” he said in a statement.

Initially the kingdom will begin the policy with 10 countries, including Singapore, Germany, China, the United States of America and the United Kingdom. Other countries will be added to the list on December 1.

Eligible visitors form these countries will need to show that they are…