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Verviers (Belgium): Workers set up a new hospitalization auxiliary unit at the CHR Verviers hospital to help in the fighting against the Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic. Photo: Benoit Doppagne/dpa.

Coronavirus

CORONAVIRUS

European countries impose new restrictions as second wave builds

The Nomad Today 10/27/20

Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Italy and Slovenia were among European countries imposing new restrictions on Monday.

15 August 2020, Spain, Palma: Passengers arrive at Palma de Mallorca airport. Germany has declared nearly all of Spain, including the island of Mallorca, as risky areas following a spike of coronavirus cases. Photo: Clara Margais/dpa.

Coronavirus

CORONAVIRUS

Finland restricts travel from the entire Schengen area

The Nomad Today 10/8/20

Starting from 12 October, the recommended 14-day period of self-isolation for travelers from a high incidence country will be shortened to a 10-day period. People will be able to…

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Coronavirus

RESTRICTIONS TIGHTENED

Government angers restaurant owners with semi-dry regulation

The Nomad Today 10/7/20

Five regions of the country, whose territories include Helsinki and other major cities, tighten restrictions even further: bars must stop serving alcohol at 22:00 and close at 23:00.

Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin met with Prime Minister of Estonia Jüri Ratas in Helsinki on 22 September. Photo: Lauri Heikkinen/Vnk.

Tourism

TRAVEL

Travel restrictions reinstated with Sweden, Germany, Estonia

The Nomad Today 9/24/20

From 28 September, residents of Finland will only be able to travel to 7 European states without being subjected to quarantine on return.

State epidemiologist Anders Tegnell of the Public Health Agency of Sweden talks to reporters after a news conference on the daily update on the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) situation, in Stockholm, Sweden May 6, 2020. Claudio Bresciani/TT News Agency/via REUTERS ATTENTION EDITORS - THIS IMAGE WAS PROVIDED BY A THIRD PARTY. SWEDEN OUT. NO COMMERCIAL OR EDITORIAL SALES IN SWEDEN.

Coronavirus

Sweden to lift visitor ban on elderly care homes

The Nomad Today/dpa 9/15/20

The ban, which has been in force for close to six months, was among the few restrictions Sweden introduced to combat the spread of the coronavirus.

Tourism

Denmark eases anti-virus border controls

The Nomad Today/dpa 9/4/20

Border controls will be periodic and selective, allowing for smoother traffic flows, the police said.

Coronavirus

CONSPIRACY THEORISTS

'One big lie:' 38,000 people rally in Berlin against Covid-19 rules

The Nomad Today/dpa 8/30/20

The crowds included people from far-right groups, conspiracy theorists who do not believe Covid-19 exists, and anti-vaccination campaigners. In Britain, thousands of people joined a "Unite…

People enjoy warm weather at the Tantolunden park as the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) continues, in Stockholm, Sweden May 30, 2020. TT News Agency/Henrik Montgomery via REUTERS

Finland

Sweden's GDP falls more than Finland's despite lax restrictions

The Nomad Today 8/28/20

The Swedish economy declined by 7.7% year-on-year in the second quarter.

Customers of a restaurant, enjoying a summer terrace. Photo: Foreigner.fi.

Entrepreneurs in Finland

CORONAVIRUS

Restaurant restrictions extended until the end of September

The Nomad Today 8/27/20

Food and beverage service businesses are responsible for ensuring sufficient physical distances between customers.

seasonal work Lingon berry pickers by Lena Svensson Pixabay

Finland

GOVERNMENT DECISION

Restrictions on the entry of berry pickers from certain countries

The Nomad Today 8/27/20

This change will not affect, for example, the possibility for Thai berry pickers to enter Finland.

Minister of Transport Timo Harakka (L) and Minister of the Interior Maria Ohisalo at the press conference. Photos: Lauri Heikkinen/Vnk.

Coronavirus

CORONAVIRUS

Finland restores border controls with 10 more countries

The Nomad Today 8/19/20

All border decisions will take effect on Monday 24 August.

Coronavirus

EPIDEMIC WORSENING

Government restricts sales of paracetamol and dexamethasone

The Nomad Today 8/18/20

The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health aims to "prepare for a possible increase" in demand for drugs as the pandemic continues.

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Finland

CORONAVIRUS

Finnair to cut dozens of flights in Europe due to travel restrictions

The Nomad Today 8/12/20

Customers will be contacted to be informed about canceled flights and re-route them on other flights, the company said.

15 July 2020. A cabin crew member, wearing a mask and gloves, on a Finnair flight in 2020. Photo: © The Nomad Today.

Tourism

CORONAVIRUS

Travel restrictions reinstated for Belgium and Netherlands

The Nomad Today 8/6/20

The decision will enter into force on Monday 10 August, the government said.

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Coronavirus

CORONAVIRUS

Finland to allow events with more than 500 people

The Nomad Today 7/31/20

Government says that the weekly number of cases has risen slightly and is now at the same level as at the end of June.

Passengers wearing face masks inside the aircraft during a Finnair flight. Photo: © The Nomad Today.

Tourism

CORONAVIRUS

Travel restrictions reinstated for Switzerland, Austria and Slovenia

The Nomad Today 7/24/20

In these three Schengen countries, the number of cases has increased since the previous evaluation, says the Government's Communication Department.

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Tourism

Travel restrictions remain for Swedes and major tourist countries

The Nomad Today 7/9/20

Check in this article the list of European and non-European states with which travel restrictions will be lifted.

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Tourism

DE-ESCALATION

Finland to lift travel restrictions to 12 European states from July 13

The Nomad Today 6/23/20

Travel restrictions will continue in force for other 10 countries, including Sweden. Government's recommendation to work remotely will end on 1 August due to the improved epidemiological situation.

Cafeteria Bar coffee bar tender entrepreneur by Maria Fernanda Perez

Entrepreneurs in Finland

CORONAVIRUS

Some restaurant restrictions will be in force until September

The Nomad Today 6/18/20

Limitations on capacity and opening hours will remain in force until 13 July, but others will be in effect beyond that date. Full normality won't hit the business until September.