Ryanair, Michael O'Leary against no vax: "Only vaccinated people should fly"
The delicate period for the travel industry continues to persist. So many difficulties to be faced by both carriers [...]
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The delicate period for the travel industry continues to persist. So many difficulties to be faced by both carriers and travelers. In this complicated landscape, the following returns to make its voice heard. Michael O'Leary, CEO of Ryanair. His is a clear stance against the no vax people. He is certain that only vaccinated people should be allowed to fly, so as to ensure general safety for the cabin crew and other passengers.
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Interviewed by the Telegraph, Michael O'Leary, CEO of Ryanair offered his views on vaccinations. He is not said to be unfavorable to mandatory vaccination, which some countries are seriously considering. But while he believes that people should have the right to choose, he would like governments to make life very difficult for them. The idea would be to opt for a large number of restrictions for anyone who refuses vaccination without having a good medical reason. Somewhat what is happening in Italy. For the CEO of Ryanair, the obstacles placed for no vax in everyday life should also affect flights. Here are his words, "If you're not vaccinated, you shouldn't be allowed in the hospital, you shouldn't be able to fly or have access to the subway. Not even the supermarket and pharmacy in your area should let you in."
The year 2021 has seen carriers around the world breathe again, but restrictions remain and this continues to result in losses. According to O'Leary's estimates. there will be a 10% for Ryanair in terms of passengers in December. A sharp decline from forecasts due to cancellations related to the Omicron variant. A delicate situation that will not end with this year's closure. The first months of 2022 will also be complex, if there are new travel-related restrictions but above all a general sense of uncertainty. The reference is, of course, to Boris Johnson's management, which has been strongly criticized by O'Leary for imposing new security protocols.
Travel on New Year's Eve: the rules
While it is true that there are limitations, different for each country you decide to visit, that does not mean you cannot give yourself a wonderful New Year's vacation. You can go, as long as you follow a few rules. It is advisable to consult the Farnesina's Viaggiare Sicuri website to be updated on the latest developments in Europe and around the world. This will help you understand whether the state where you intend to land to celebrate the start of 2022 has any restrictions or requires specific documents upon arrival.
What is certain is the regulation to return to Italy, whether one is vaccinated or not. L'december 14, 2021 order indeed requires everyone to submit a negative molecular swab, taken within 48 hours of arrival, or rapid antigen swab, within 24 hours of arrival. This must be accompanied by the Green Pass (which can be from vaccination, recovery or swab) and the passenger locator form. In the event that you do not have the swab and green certification with you, a 5-day fiduciary quarantine will be triggered, at the end of which you must take a swab.
