CURRENT SITUATION IN CROATIA AND INFORMATION ABOUT FRANCE, ITALY, GREECE & SPAIN
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UPDATES ON
CURRENT SITUATION IN CROATIA
AND INFORMATION ABOUT
FRANCE, ITALY, GREECE & SPAIN
REGARDING THE NAUTICAL TOURISM IN RESPECT OF COVID-19
With this information we intend to keep you up to date about the situation of the nautical tourism in Croatia, France, Spain and Italy.
A weekly update is aspired.
08.05.2020
Facts - Opinions - Interpretations - Speculations
Dear sailors,
we share the wish to end travel restrictions and open sailing areas as soon as this is responsible.
However, we do not participate in speculation. In many reports on the internet this is not the case and more is
suspected and hoped for than reported. We stick to the facts.
Disclaimer
This is an information from YACHT-POOL-International for its partners and customers. The information in this
document was compiled by YACHT-POOL-Croatia and Motoryachtscroatia.com. Official information from the
authorities is the source of this document. YACHT-POOL has collected and presented this information with the
greatest care. However, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of this information. YACHT-POOL assumes no liability
for the consequences of incorrect information.
Coronavirus pandemic in Croatia
Latest news on outbreak, 22.04.2020
Outbreak of in
NEWS FRO M LAST WEEK
On 4 May, the second phase of measures relaxation began by gradual
reactivation of the healthcare system that was remodeled for emergency
response only due to the pandemic. Businesses such as barber shops, hair
salons and pedicure salons started working again. The same day, five new
cases were reported. The number of patients on ventilators decreased to
fifteen, while the number of recovered increased to 1,522. One death in Split
was confirmed
Furthermore, Arena Zagreb, that was prepared for reception of lighter cases
on 20 March, was unfurnished after having been unused.
On 5 May, eleven new cases were confirmed. The number of patients on
ventilators decreased to fourteen, while 38 recovered. Three deaths were
recorded.
On 6 May, seven new cases were reported. The number of patients on
ventilators did not change, while the number of recovered increased to 1,601.
Two new deaths were confirmed.
Coronavirus Infographic
From latest news on 07.05.2020.
Situation in Croatia The Croatian government has begun easing social distancing measures that were
Croatia has 2125 confirmed cases of COVID-19 within its borders implemented to limit the spread of COVID-19
New cases per day:
Information on Croatian borders & travel Latest news from 07.05.2020.
Croatian and EU Borders
COVID – 19 update on 08.05.2020.
The European Union has closed its borders to all non-European Union
residents. Travel within the European Union is restricted on a country by
country basis. Croatia has barred admission to all travelers except Croatian
citizens and foreign national residents returning home, foreign citizens
departing to their home countries, diplomats, law enforcement, medical
workers, controlled shipments of goods, and others on a case by case
basis. This entrance restriction is currently in effect through May 17.
Thierry Breton, a member of the European Commission who handles
tourism policy, told French radio that it is likely that certain areas of the
European Union would be open to tourists and others not. He said borders
could turn on and off between E.U. countries depending on the outbreak.
German tourism commissioner Thomas Bareiss confirmed to Der
Tagesspiegel newspaper that Germany was in talks with its neighbors
about permitting summer vacation travel.
Travel Restrictions
Latest news & updates
TRAVEL
The ban on nonessential travel imposed by many countries in a bid to curb
the spread of COVID-19 has adversely affected the tourism sector, which
makes up a 20 percent of Gross Domestic Product of Croatia, a popular
destination for many Europeans.
According to the information which he tweeted on his Twitter account,
Plenković held telephone calls with German Chancellor Angela Merkel,
Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban
and Slovenian Prime Minister Janez Janša. On Thursday afternoon, EU heads
of state or government will hold a video conference to discuss a joint
response to the economic and social repercussions of the corona crisis.
They are expected to reach agreement on a strategy for the recovery from the
consequences of the coronavirus epidemic and on gradual reactivation of the
economy.
Loosening of measures in Croatia?
COVID-19 situation
Based on other counties situation and sources like The Guardian, Index.hr, koronavirus.hr Government site
As Croatia gradually begins to release its stringent anti-epidemic As of 7th of May, 2020, the third phase of easing the anti-coronavirus
measures in three phases, the Stay Home slogan is gradually losing its measures, which begins on May the 11th, will enable the operation of
meaning, it has now been replaced with a more fitting slogan that we're catering and hospitality facilities and only in outdoor areas and on
sure to see more of in the coming weeks and as the battle with the
pandemic continues to unfold.
terraces, while respecting the special epidemiological measures which
continue to be firmly in place.
As Poslovni Dnevnik writes on the 5th of May, 2020, at the end of
yesterday's regular coronavirus press conference held by the National Civil On Monday, after almost two months, all shopping centers in Croatia
Protection Headquarters, a change of the well known ''Stay Home'' slogan will open, which have been closed since March 19 due to the
was announced by Davor Bozinovic. coronavirus epidemic.
The slogan "Stay Home" has been proverbially sent home itself now that
the situation in Croatia is looking better and better, and the new motto as
the anti-coronavirus measures begin being released and people are no
longer obliged to stay at home as much as possible is now "Let's stay
responsible/Ostanimo odgovorni''Nautical tourism in Croatia in 2020. Predictions and opinions of the authors.
Tourism after COVID-19 outbreak
Things will change, we will adapt.
IMPORTANT NEWS
Border reopenings remain the last stage in Croatia’s transition to
May 8, 2020 — Tourism Minister Gari Cappelli claimed yesterday requests something resembling normalcy in the coronavirus era. The move signals
from countries wanting Croatia to reopen its border this summer flooded the government’s hopes to salvage what’s left of the economically vital
tourism season, which usually drives up to one-fifth of the nation’s GDP.
his office. Their wish may come true. Cappelli said there were very few cancelations for July and August,
suggesting the tourism season may bounce back better than expected
A source consulting with the Civil Protection Directorate on reopening “Italians are still hoping to come to Croatia,” he said ahead of a
hospitality businesses said Croatia may start loosening border restrictions government meeting in Zagreb yesterday. “Not to mention Slovenia,
starting next month, adding the announcement may come as early as this Austria, the Czech Republic.”
afternoon.
Croatia’s not alone in its desire to move past strict measures.
Croatia could first reopen its border with Slovenia on June 1, followed by
Czechia, Slovakia, Hungary, and Austria on June 15, the source said. Neighboring Slovenia is reportedly also seeking a way out of the current
restrictions, hoping to rescue what’s been a complete loss on a summer
The reopenings would be subject to continued success in controlling the tourist season.
coronavirus, both within Croatia and the other countries. The nation has also lobbied Croatia to cut back on travel restrictions for its
citizens, many of whom own weekend homes along in Dalmatian. Opening
Opening the borders would signal an unofficial end to the intense anti- the border for Slovenians would refill many empty houses on islands and
pandemic measures Croatia put in place after its first confirmed affection along the coast, some of whom also offer accommodations during the
arrived in late February. The country has already pulled back stay-at-home summer.
orders, and hospitality businesses will reopen next Monday.Nautic Tourism
Service for Charter-Customer
WHAT CAN CHARTER-CUSTOMER DO TO SECURE THEIR PAYMENTS?
YACHT-POOL created an independent payment-security system for Charter Customers! The YACHT-POOL Trust Security Service :
In many cases, there are still uncertainties about further developments. Some things may change. But certainly not the need of people looking for relaxation
on the sea. We are sure of that. YACHT-POOL can provide security when it comes to your payments for your next charter.
YACHT-POOL offers absolute security for charter-payments until the proper take-over of the chartered ship, in that payments are secured up to this point in a
separate, bankruptcy-safe trust account in cooperation with a well-known German law firm.
For more information please contact YACHT-POOL: skipper@yacht-pool.de
Therefore, booking now and sailing later is without any financial risk!Nautic Tourism
Service for Yacht-Owner
WHAT YACHT-POOL-CROATIA CAN DO FOR YACHT-OWNERS:
All owners of yachts in Croatia share the same problem:
due to border closing, travel restrictions and COVID-19 crisis, they can't reach their yachts moored in Croatia.
In cooperation with local experts YACHT-POOL-Croatia can offer a special service for yacht-owner in the Split/Trogir area FOR FREE:
Let us know and we will check on yachts and provide any necessary assistance - check the moorings, plug in/out shore power, check batteries etc.
This service is now offered in the Split/Trogir area, but we are working on expanding this service along the Croatian coast.
We will give further information with the next weekly update!
For more information please contact YACHT-POOL: info@yacht-pool-croatia.hrNautical tourism in France, Italy, Greece and Spain Short information about the current situation
Affections on Nautic Tourism in France Yacht industry News Update 7.5.2020 From May 11th, maritime water sports activities along the French coasts are allowed again. In order to limit the spread of the COVID19 virus, a safety distance of at least one meter from other people should be maintained. Wearing masks is recommended. Especially if the distance of one meter cannot be maintained. Wash your hands regularly. As an additional problem, the French authorities have installed a kind of restricted access. Until the end of June, skippers who live more than 100 km from their boat have no right of access. Unless you're a professional in any area of the maritime scene. But you have to be able to prove this at the (frequent) checks with the relevant papers. Even for foreigners the journey remains difficult and only possible under difficult conditions. On the corresponding online forms, however, there is no "free passage" for recreational sailors (yet?).
Affections on Nautic Tourism in Italy Yacht industry News No update since end of April The navigation is only allowed to transfer the boat from a marina to another or the reach the shipyard in order to do maintenance to the boat. Italian authority has increased the number of controls in sea to enforce the law. The delivery of new boat is now stopped till further notice, not all the shipyards are working at the moment. Genua boat show has been postpone to October, but the government can set some special restriction to public exhibition, so the future of the show for 2020 is unforecastable. In Italy the call for a plan for a reopening of the nautical business is getting louder, according to this interview of the president of Confidustria Italiana Nautica: "We must reopen on April 27th, a week before the phase 2 begin, not only for the boats to be delivered but also for production. I'm very worried about the small boat business, so an extra week of work would mean a lot. There's no more time, another week would mean a lot of companies closing down". This was said by the president of Confindustria Nautica Saverio Cecchi during a video conference for explain the situation in the yachting industry and give support to all the activities of the sector to face the period of the Covid-19 emergency and in perspective for the so-called phase 2. Confindustria Nautica, which has organized several consultation tables extended to members, has already presented a detailed file to the government on the situation, depending on the resumption of activities. From the data processed by the group's research office, an estimate of 13% is given of what the industrial component of the supply chain has already lost in terms of a reduction in turnover as at 15 April, during the lock down period."
Affections on Nautic Tourism in Spain Update 6.5.2020 Spanish government reaches agreement about the extension of the state of emergency: In Spain, the government has practically received sufficient support at the last minute to further extend the controversial Corona emergency. The government of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said Wednesday that agreements had been reached with the liberal party Ciudadanos and the Basque party PNV. In the evening, the parliament in Madrid should vote to extend the alarm situation that had been in place since mid-March by a further two weeks until May 23. IMPACT ON TOURISM AND NAUTICAL ACTIVITY The impact of the COVID 19 in tourism will be absolutely harm causing aprox. € 54.000 million loss in Spain. The nautical activity creates an impact of € 12.000 millions in the whole country and 83.000 direct and indirect jobs. Nowadays, it is forbidden for any sailboat or motorboat to leave or enter a port and the nautical recreational activity it is not permitted. It is not allowed for owners, private or charter companies, to visit the boats. Only workers are permitted to work on maintenance, reparations and cleaning of the boats and eventually make a sea trial. The shipyards could open but few of them did it because they cannot get the spare parts from the distributors or the delivery time is too long.
Affections on Nautic Tourism in Greece Update 8.5.2020 Tourism should start again in July: The announced revival of tourism in Greece on July 1st is agreed. The government in Athens has decided to open the country to foreign guests. Details will be communicated by May 15, it said. However, the issue of hygienic conditions for flights in Corona times must first be clarified. Tourism as the most important area of the Greek economy is facing a catastrophe this year due to the consequences of the corona pandemic. More current information about flights to charter-destinations: YACHT-POOL Flight-Service is the specialist for flights to charter-destinations. Here you can find current information: https://www.yachtpoolflights.de/laender-oeffnen-grenzen For personal advice, please turn to info@yachtpoolflights.de
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