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    Travel news: Japan, Australia and Argentina reveal reopening plans
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    Fiji: Following a successful nationwide vaccine rollout, Fiji reopened on December 1. Fiji: Following a successful nationwide vaccine rollout, Fiji reopened on December 1. AILEEN TORRES-BENNETT/AFP/Getty Images Dubai: Set at a height of 200 meters, the new Aura Skypool is the world's first and highest 360-degree infinity pool. Dubai: Set at a height of 200 meters, the new Aura Skypool is the world's first and highest 360-degree infinity pool. AURA Skypool Lounge Egypt: On November 25, Egypt celebrated the reopening of the 3,400-year-old Avenue of the Sphinxes in a lavish ceremony.  Egypt: On November 25, Egypt celebrated the reopening of the 3,400-year-old Avenue of the Sphinxes in a lavish ceremony. Khaled Desouki/AFP/Getty Images Austria: The Alpine nation went back into national lockdown on November 22. Innsbruck is pictured. Austria: The Alpine nation went back into national lockdown on November 22. Innsbruck is pictured. Jan Hetfleisch/Getty Images The United States: On November 8, the United States opened its borders to vaccinated international travelers. New York City, seen here, is a top destination for incoming visitors. The United States: On November 8, the United States opened its borders to vaccinated international travelers. New York City, seen here, is a top destination for incoming visitors. Ed Jones/AFP via Getty Images Uruguay: Uruguay has been closed to everyone but citizens and residents since the start of the pandemic, but reopened to vaccinated travelers on November 1. The peninsula of Punta Ballena, in the southeast, is pictured. Uruguay: Uruguay has been closed to everyone but citizens and residents since the start of the pandemic, but reopened to vaccinated travelers on November 1. The peninsula of Punta Ballena, in the southeast, is pictured. Shutterstock Melbourne, Australia: Thanks to a high vaccination total, the state of Victoria reopened its borders on November 1. Melbourne, Australia: Thanks to a high vaccination total, the state of Victoria reopened its borders on November 1. Asanka Ratnayake/Getty Images Patong Beach, Thailand: The popular southeast Asian country is now allowing quarantine-free travel for vaccinated travelers from more than 40 countries. Patong Beach, Thailand: The popular southeast Asian country is now allowing quarantine-free travel for vaccinated travelers from more than 40 countries. Paul Lakatos/SOPA Images/Sipa USA/AP Cambodia: Cambodia has announced plans to reopen Siem Reap and the Angkor Wat temple complex to foreign visitors in January 2022. Cambodia: Cambodia has announced plans to reopen Siem Reap and the Angkor Wat temple complex to foreign visitors in January 2022. Shutterstock Valparaiso: This artistic city full of colorful murals opened along with the rest of Chile on October 1. Valparaiso: This artistic city full of colorful murals opened along with the rest of Chile on October 1. Martin Bernetti/AFP/Getty Images Oman: The sultanate reopened its borders on September 1, meaning travelers can now visit the forts, castles and mosques on offer. Oman: The sultanate reopened its borders on September 1, meaning travelers can now visit the forts, castles and mosques on offer. Haitham Al-Shukairi/AFP/Getty Images New York City: Amid a thrashing from Hurricane Ida, New York City's Broadway theaters reopened on September 2. Here, the cast of Tony-winning musical "Hadestown" take a curtain call. New York City: Amid a thrashing from Hurricane Ida, New York City's Broadway theaters reopened on September 2. Here, the cast of Tony-winning musical "Hadestown" take a curtain call. Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images Canada: Canada -- including Niagara Falls -- reopened its border to the US in August for people who are fully vaccinated. Canada: Canada -- including Niagara Falls -- reopened its border to the US in August for people who are fully vaccinated. Peter Power/The Canadian Press/AP San Francisco, California: San Francisco's famous cable cars returned to service in August. The city has a vaccination requirement for indoor public spaces. San Francisco, California: San Francisco's famous cable cars returned to service in August. The city has a vaccination requirement for indoor public spaces. Olga Rodriguez/AP Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia -- home to the Kaaba in the Muslim holy city of Mecca -- opened to international tourists on August 1. Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia -- home to the Kaaba in the Muslim holy city of Mecca -- opened to international tourists on August 1. Amr Nabil/AP Italy: A woman stands in a lavender field in June 2021 in Sale San Giovanni, northwest Italy. Find out about current travel restrictions and the Covid situation in our Italy guide. Italy: A woman stands in a lavender field in June 2021 in Sale San Giovanni, northwest Italy. Find out about current travel restrictions and the Covid situation in our Italy guide. Marco Bertorello/AFP/Getty Images Washington DC: The Washington Monument, a memorial to George Washington, first President of the United States, reopened to the public in July. Washington DC: The Washington Monument, a memorial to George Washington, first President of the United States, reopened to the public in July. Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images Venice: In July, the Italian city of Venice once again moved to ban cruise ships from the city center. Venice: In July, the Italian city of Venice once again moved to ban cruise ships from the city center. Miguel Medina/AFP/Getty Images Sri Lanka: If you think your current workmates are catty, check out this guy. Sri Lanka has a new remote working visa aimed at digital nomads. Sri Lanka: If you think your current workmates are catty, check out this guy. Sri Lanka has a new remote working visa aimed at digital nomads. Courtesy Sri Lanka Tourism Celebrity Edge: On June 26, the Celebrity Edge cruise ship took off from Fort Lauderdale in the first revenue-earning US cruise since the pandemic began. Celebrity Edge: On June 26, the Celebrity Edge cruise ship took off from Fort Lauderdale in the first revenue-earning US cruise since the pandemic began. Eva Marie Uzcategui/Bloomberg/Getty Images Indoor dining: Eating indoors is permitted in the UK, including at Wildflower, a new fine dining restaurant in a shipping container in Camden, London. It first opened in March 2020, weeks before lockdown. Indoor dining: Eating indoors is permitted in the UK, including at Wildflower, a new fine dining restaurant in a shipping container in Camden, London. It first opened in March 2020, weeks before lockdown. Courtesy Wildflower Unlocking the world: The places reopening to tourists Prev Next CNN  — 

    Whether you’re a vaccine queen, a PCR prince or a quarantine king, there sure are a lot of requirements when it comes to getting around these days. Luckily CNN Travel is here to keep you updated on the latest developments. Here’s what we learned in pandemic travel this week.

    Here’s what we learned in pandemic travel this week:

    1. Norway lifted its domestic Covid restrictions – then was moved straight into the US ‘very high’ risk category Klippfisk -- literally "cliff fish" -- is dried and salted cod, in a tradition dating to the 17th century. Klippfisk -- literally "cliff fish" -- is dried and salted cod, in a tradition dating to the 17th century. Tina Stafren/Visitnorway.com A Western Norwegian Christmas treat, smalahove is a whole sheep's head. To prepare, burn off the wool and skin, remove the brain and salt the head. Servings are half a head each, so it's perfect for couples. A Western Norwegian Christmas treat, smalahove is a whole sheep's head. To prepare, burn off the wool and skin, remove the brain and salt the head. Servings are half a head each, so it's perfect for couples. Maureen O'Hare/CNN The delicacy known as cod tongue is actually the underside of the cod chin. A popular way of serving them is to toss in seasoned flour and then fry in butter. The delicacy known as cod tongue is actually the underside of the cod chin. A popular way of serving them is to toss in seasoned flour and then fry in butter. M.Wendt/media-army.de/visitnorway.com Norway's cold waters mean seafood takes longer to grow, making the flesh extra plump and tender. Norway's cold waters mean seafood takes longer to grow, making the flesh extra plump and tender. Maureen O'Hare Seagull eggs are a delicacy in northern Norway. Locals like to eat them hard-boiled and washed down with a pilsner beer from Tromso's Mack's brewery. Seagull eggs are a delicacy in northern Norway. Locals like to eat them hard-boiled and washed down with a pilsner beer from Tromso's Mack's brewery. Anders Gjengedal/Visit Norway A number of tour operators offer king crab safaris to Kirkenes, on the border with Russia, between December and April. A number of tour operators offer king crab safaris to Kirkenes, on the border with Russia, between December and April. Terje Rakke/Nordic Life - VisitNorway.com Lutefisk is a gelatinous mix of dried fish and caustic lye soda, eaten at Christmas. When we visited the Lutefisk Museum on a sunny day in May the entire building was empty of staff and customers, but a stack of letters to Santa lay in the corner. Lutefisk is a gelatinous mix of dried fish and caustic lye soda, eaten at Christmas. When we visited the Lutefisk Museum on a sunny day in May the entire building was empty of staff and customers, but a stack of letters to Santa lay in the corner. Maureen O'Hare/CNN Lutefisk might only be a Yuletide treat, but the Skipperstuen restaurant opposite the Lutefisk Museum serves a summer-light and frothy fiskesuppe (fish soup) with tender chunks of salmon and white fish. Lutefisk might only be a Yuletide treat, but the Skipperstuen restaurant opposite the Lutefisk Museum serves a summer-light and frothy fiskesuppe (fish soup) with tender chunks of salmon and white fish. Maureen O'Hare/CNN Gamalost is a hard, crumbly brownish-yellow cheese with a sharp, intense flavor and a pungent scent to match. If it was good enough for the Vikings, it's good enough for us. Gamalost is a hard, crumbly brownish-yellow cheese with a sharp, intense flavor and a pungent scent to match. If it was good enough for the Vikings, it's good enough for us. Maureen O'Hare/CNN Norwegian's soft heart-shaped waffles are often eaten with brunost, a goat's cheese made from caramelized whey, with a sharp, sweet-savory dulce de leche taste. Norwegian's soft heart-shaped waffles are often eaten with brunost, a goat's cheese made from caramelized whey, with a sharp, sweet-savory dulce de leche taste. Terje Rakke Nordic Life Salty licorice is an acquired taste, but if you like your aniseed strong and your gustatory receptors tingling in tandem, it might just be the candy for you. Salty licorice is an acquired taste, but if you like your aniseed strong and your gustatory receptors tingling in tandem, it might just be the candy for you. Maureen O'Hare/CNN Elk has a "dry, more wild taste," says Fenaknoken's Eirik Braek, but reindeer is a "much smaller animal so it's much sweeter." Elk has a "dry, more wild taste," says Fenaknoken's Eirik Braek, but reindeer is a "much smaller animal so it's much sweeter." GREG BAKER/AFP/AFP/Getty Images The crowberry is a black cold-climate berry found in northern Europe, Alaska, Canada, Greenland and beyond. Oslo's Fuglen cafe-bar serves crowberry cocktails. The crowberry is a black cold-climate berry found in northern Europe, Alaska, Canada, Greenland and beyond. Oslo's Fuglen cafe-bar serves crowberry cocktails. Maureen O'Hare/CNN "This is a map of Norway," explains Eirik Braek, holding a vacuum-packed leg of lamb and using it to explain the variety in the country's regional cuisine. "This is a map of Norway," explains Eirik Braek, holding a vacuum-packed leg of lamb and using it to explain the variety in the country's regional cuisine. Maureen O'Hare/CNN Torrfisk, or stockfish, is unsalted air-dried fish, usually cod. It even got a mention in a 13th-century Icelandic saga. Torrfisk, or stockfish, is unsalted air-dried fish, usually cod. It even got a mention in a 13th-century Icelandic saga. Maureen O'Hare/CNN Cloudberries are golden-yellow and only found in the wild. Their rarity earned them the nickname "Arctic gold." Cloudberries are golden-yellow and only found in the wild. Their rarity earned them the nickname "Arctic gold." Maureen O'Hare/CNN Rakfisk is salted, fermented trout, and it packs a pungent -- and delicious -- punch. Fenaknoken makes Norwegian-Japanese fusion sushi with rakfisk and wasabi. Rakfisk is salted, fermented trout, and it packs a pungent -- and delicious -- punch. Fenaknoken makes Norwegian-Japanese fusion sushi with rakfisk and wasabi. Maureen O'Hare/CNN Norway is one of the few countries that still practices whaling. The meat has a gamey taste, similar to venison. Norway is one of the few countries that still practices whaling. The meat has a gamey taste, similar to venison. Maureen O'Hare/CNN Extraordinary Norwegian dishes you've probably never heard of Prev Next

    This was a pretty good week for the world’s wannabe jetsetters. The UK and Israel both cleared out their travel “red lists,” while India, Bali and Vietnam all announced reopening plans.

    Just two days later, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) moved Norway into the highest-risk category on its list of travel advisories for destinations around the world. While there are plenty of tourist favorites alongside them up in the “Level 4” category – including the UK, France and Spain – its Scandinavian neighbors Sweden and Denmark are still down in “Level 3.”

    2. Japan is now a little easier to visit (if you’re fully jabbed and with an approved vaccine) Kawachi Fuji Garden (Fukuoka): This fragrant wisteria tunnel is the most stunning display at the Kawachi Fuji Garden. With flowering vines overhead, the walkway is said to inspire a zen-like calm in visitors. The garden displays about 150 wisteria plants of 20 different species. It hosts the annual Wisteria Festival at the end of April, when the flowers are in full bloom. Kawachi Fuji Garden (Fukuoka): This fragrant wisteria tunnel is the most stunning display at the Kawachi Fuji Garden. With flowering vines overhead, the walkway is said to inspire a zen-like calm in visitors. The garden displays about 150 wisteria plants of 20 different species. It hosts the annual Wisteria Festival at the end of April, when the flowers are in full bloom. K. Fukunaga/JNTO Happo Pond (Nagano): The hike to Happo pond from Hakuba -- a village known for its winter skiing amid the mountains of Nagano Prefecture -- is a classic trail in the Japanese Alps. Surrounded by the Hakuba Peaks, the pond is 2,060 meters above sea level. What the pond lacks in size, it makes up for in beauty, reflecting the 3,000 meter tall peaks in its quiet waters. Happo Pond (Nagano): The hike to Happo pond from Hakuba -- a village known for its winter skiing amid the mountains of Nagano Prefecture -- is a classic trail in the Japanese Alps. Surrounded by the Hakuba Peaks, the pond is 2,060 meters above sea level. What the pond lacks in size, it makes up for in beauty, reflecting the 3,000 meter tall peaks in its quiet waters. ourism Commission of Hakuba Village/JNTO Motonosumi-inari Shrine (Yamaguchi): The 123 Torii gates stretches from the Motonosumi-Inari Shrine to the cliff overlooking the ocean. Motonosumi-Inari is a popular shrine where locals wish for success. The final Torii's donation box is placed out of reach at the top of the gate. It's believed that if you can successfully toss money into the box, all your wishes will come true. Motonosumi-inari Shrine (Yamaguchi): The 123 Torii gates stretches from the Motonosumi-Inari Shrine to the cliff overlooking the ocean. Motonosumi-Inari is a popular shrine where locals wish for success. The final Torii's donation box is placed out of reach at the top of the gate. It's believed that if you can successfully toss money into the box, all your wishes will come true. Courtesy JNTO Nachi Falls (Wakayama): Nachi Falls, at 133-meters high, is the biggest waterfall in Japan. It steals some of the attention from Kumano Nachi Taishai, a sacred shrine built close by. It's usually the last stop of the scenic pilgrimage known as Kumano Kodo. Nachi Falls (Wakayama): Nachi Falls, at 133-meters high, is the biggest waterfall in Japan. It steals some of the attention from Kumano Nachi Taishai, a sacred shrine built close by. It's usually the last stop of the scenic pilgrimage known as Kumano Kodo. hiufu wong/cnn Zao ski resort (Yamagata): With 15 slopes and 12 courses, Zao Onsen is one of the most well known ski resorts in Japan. But travelers come to Zao not only for the snow-capped mountain but the trees. Extreme snow and seasonal winds cocoon the mountain's pine trees during the coldest winter months, creating snow towers in obscure forms known as "ice monsters" or Juhyo in Japanese. Zao ski resort (Yamagata): With 15 slopes and 12 courses, Zao Onsen is one of the most well known ski resorts in Japan. But travelers come to Zao not only for the snow-capped mountain but the trees. Extreme snow and seasonal winds cocoon the mountain's pine trees during the coldest winter months, creating snow towers in obscure forms known as "ice monsters" or Juhyo in Japanese. JNTO Kintetsu Beppu Ropeway (Oita): For those who don't enjoy hiking, this cable car can carry 101 passengers at a time to the top of the 1,375-meter-high Mount Tsurumi in 10 minutes. From the top, there's a view of Beppu, Mount Yufu and Kuju Mountain Range. The best time to ride up is during spring when more than 2,000 cherry trees blossom on the mountain. Kintetsu Beppu Ropeway (Oita): For those who don't enjoy hiking, this cable car can carry 101 passengers at a time to the top of the 1,375-meter-high Mount Tsurumi in 10 minutes. From the top, there's a view of Beppu, Mount Yufu and Kuju Mountain Range. The best time to ride up is during spring when more than 2,000 cherry trees blossom on the mountain. Courtesy Promotion Airport Environment Improvement Foundation/JNTO Matsumoto Castle (Nagano): Also known as the "crow castle" because of its black exterior, Matsumoto is Japan's oldest wooden castle, constructed more than 400 years ago. The years during the castle's construction were marked by near-constant military conflict. Rather than focusing on residential comforts, the castle is fortified with extensive interconnecting walls, moats and gatehouses. Matsumoto Castle (Nagano): Also known as the "crow castle" because of its black exterior, Matsumoto is Japan's oldest wooden castle, constructed more than 400 years ago. The years during the castle's construction were marked by near-constant military conflict. Rather than focusing on residential comforts, the castle is fortified with extensive interconnecting walls, moats and gatehouses. Courtesy Matsumoto city/JNTO Shiratani Unsuikyo Gorge (Kagoshima): Hayao Miyazaki fans will find this forest familiar. Shiratani Unsuikyo Gorge inspires Studio Ghibli's fantasy animation "Princess Mononoke." The otherworldly nature park on Yakushima Island offers a network of maintained hiking trails along the ravine. From historic tracks built in the Edo period to developed footpaths paved in stone and wood, the circuits range from one to five hours long, varying in difficulty. Shiratani Unsuikyo Gorge (Kagoshima): Hayao Miyazaki fans will find this forest familiar. Shiratani Unsuikyo Gorge inspires Studio Ghibli's fantasy animation "Princess Mononoke." The otherworldly nature park on Yakushima Island offers a network of maintained hiking trails along the ravine. From historic tracks built in the Edo period to developed footpaths paved in stone and wood, the circuits range from one to five hours long, varying in difficulty. Kagoshima Prefectural Tourist Federation Koya Pond (Niigata): Fall at Mount Hiuchi brings out spectacular colors on Koya Pond. The shallow and marshy water covered with vegetation changes colors -- into red, orange, yellow and green -- like the forest around it. On the edge of the pond, Kouyaike Hutte provides beds and kitchen facilities if you need a rest on you hike up the 2,462-meter-tall mountain. Koya Pond (Niigata): Fall at Mount Hiuchi brings out spectacular colors on Koya Pond. The shallow and marshy water covered with vegetation changes colors -- into red, orange, yellow and green -- like the forest around it. On the edge of the pond, Kouyaike Hutte provides beds and kitchen facilities if you need a rest on you hike up the 2,462-meter-tall mountain. MOEJ Poetry Reading at Motsu-ji Temple (Iwate): On the fourth Sunday of May, Motsuji Temple invites poetry lovers to write by the stream of the temple's garden pond. As they compose their verses, cups of sake float to them -- to help the float of inspiration, we assume. The event is concluded with the master of ceremonies reading each poem aloud. Poetry Reading at Motsu-ji Temple (Iwate): On the fourth Sunday of May, Motsuji Temple invites poetry lovers to write by the stream of the temple's garden pond. As they compose their verses, cups of sake float to them -- to help the float of inspiration, we assume. The event is concluded with the master of ceremonies reading each poem aloud. Iwate Prefecture/JNTO Hitachi Seaside Park (Ibaraki): Also known as "baby blue eyes," more than 4 million nemophilas bloom from late April to May in Hitachi Seaside Park, the public park on Miharashi Hill. The Nemophila Harmony is the highlight of park's flowering events. The 190-hectare park constantly changes color with the seasons. During the transition into fall, puffy kochia shrubs turn from vibrant green to fiery red. Hitachi Seaside Park (Ibaraki): Also known as "baby blue eyes," more than 4 million nemophilas bloom from late April to May in Hitachi Seaside Park, the public park on Miharashi Hill. The Nemophila Harmony is the highlight of park's flowering events. The 190-hectare park constantly changes color with the seasons. During the transition into fall, puffy kochia shrubs turn from vibrant green to fiery red. Hitachi Seaside Park Office/JNTO Sagano (Kyoto): Considered one of the world's most beautiful forests, it's not just tranquil visually but also aurally. The bamboo grove is beloved for its distinct rustling sound, so much that Japan's Ministry of Environment included the Sagano Bamboo Forest on its list of "100 Soundscapes of Japan." The towering green stalks creak eerily while leaves rustle in the sway of the wind. Sagano (Kyoto): Considered one of the world's most beautiful forests, it's not just tranquil visually but also aurally. The bamboo grove is beloved for its distinct rustling sound, so much that Japan's Ministry of Environment included the Sagano Bamboo Forest on its list of "100 Soundscapes of Japan." The towering green stalks creak eerily while leaves rustle in the sway of the wind. JNTO Otaru Snow Light Path Festival (Hokkaido): Hundreds of buoyed candles float in Otaru Canal every February in Otaru, during the Snow Light Path Festival. For 10 days, lanterns and snow statues for 10 days adorn the Hokkaido city. Lined with restored warehouses and gas lamps, Unga Kaijo -- the area around the canal -- is the prime spot to enjoy the festival. Otaru Snow Light Path Festival (Hokkaido): Hundreds of buoyed candles float in Otaru Canal every February in Otaru, during the Snow Light Path Festival. For 10 days, lanterns and snow statues for 10 days adorn the Hokkaido city. Lined with restored warehouses and gas lamps, Unga Kaijo -- the area around the canal -- is the prime spot to enjoy the festival. Yasufumi Nishi/JNTO Usa Shrine (Oita): Originally built in the 8th century, Usa Shine is the most important of thousands of shrines dedicated to Hachiman, the god of archery and war. After getting a fortune paper (omikuji) -- hopefully a daikichi (exceptionally lucky) one, visitors can enjoy a local specialty called negiyaki, or green onion pancake, in the shrine area. Usa Shrine (Oita): Originally built in the 8th century, Usa Shine is the most important of thousands of shrines dedicated to Hachiman, the god of archery and war. After getting a fortune paper (omikuji) -- hopefully a daikichi (exceptionally lucky) one, visitors can enjoy a local specialty called negiyaki, or green onion pancake, in the shrine area. JNTO Mt. Daisen (Tottori): Mount Daisen looks vastly different depending on which side of the mountain its viewed from. The 1,709-meter-tall volcanic mountain has been regarded as sacred since the ancient Jomon and Yayoi eras. Because of its importance, climbing was strictly prohibited until the Edo period about 200 years ago. Mt. Daisen (Tottori): Mount Daisen looks vastly different depending on which side of the mountain its viewed from. The 1,709-meter-tall volcanic mountain has been regarded as sacred since the ancient Jomon and Yayoi eras. Because of its importance, climbing was strictly prohibited until the Edo period about 200 years ago. Tottori Prefecture/JNTO Tottori-sakyu Sand Hills (Tottori): Yes, there's a desert on Japan's islands. The Tottori Sand Dunes span 16 kilometers long and 2 kilometers wide and are the only large sand hills in Japan. The dunes are a blend of sand and volcanic ash mixed over 100,000 years then shaped by winds from the Sea of Japan. Part of the San'in Kaigan Geopark, they can be experienced via camel rides, dune buggies and sandboarding. Tottori-sakyu Sand Hills (Tottori): Yes, there's a desert on Japan's islands. The Tottori Sand Dunes span 16 kilometers long and 2 kilometers wide and are the only large sand hills in Japan. The dunes are a blend of sand and volcanic ash mixed over 100,000 years then shaped by winds from the Sea of Japan. Part of the San'in Kaigan Geopark, they can be experienced via camel rides, dune buggies and sandboarding. Tottori Prefecture/JNTO Itsukushima Shrine (Hiroshima): Believed to be the boundary between the spirit and human worlds, the Otorii's vermilion color is said to keep evil spirits away. It's possible to walk to it on the sand bar during low tide and enjoy the view of Mount Misen behind the gate. At high tide, the 16-meter-high Torii appears to float on the water. Itsukushima Shrine (Hiroshima): Believed to be the boundary between the spirit and human worlds, the Otorii's vermilion color is said to keep evil spirits away. It's possible to walk to it on the sand bar during low tide and enjoy the view of Mount Misen behind the gate. At high tide, the 16-meter-high Torii appears to float on the water. Courtesy Hiroshima Prefecture Lavender farm (Hokkaido): Farm Tomita has three lavender fields: Lavender East, Sakiwai Field and the Traditional Lavender Garden. Sakiwai Field, meaning "happiness field," has four types of lavender growing in rows, creating a gradient of purple with the rainbow colors of Autumn Field, Spring Field and Hanabito Field as background. Still not enough lavender? Try the farm's lavender ice cream. Lavender farm (Hokkaido): Farm Tomita has three lavender fields: Lavender East, Sakiwai Field and the Traditional Lavender Garden. Sakiwai Field, meaning "happiness field," has four types of lavender growing in rows, creating a gradient of purple with the rainbow colors of Autumn Field, Spring Field and Hanabito Field as background. Still not enough lavender? Try the farm's lavender ice cream. Farm Tomita/JTA/JNTO Lake Toya (Hokkaido): Even in winters that plummet well below freezing point, Lake Toya never ices over. The near-circular lake is the remains of a volcanic eruption that hollowed out the ground. Mount Usu lies on the southern rim of the lake and Nakajima Island sits at the center. Lake Toya (Hokkaido): Even in winters that plummet well below freezing point, Lake Toya never ices over. The near-circular lake is the remains of a volcanic eruption that hollowed out the ground. Mount Usu lies on the southern rim of the lake and Nakajima Island sits at the center. JNTO Saimyoji Temple (Shiga): Located in the Suzuka mountain range, Saimyoji Temple is one of a trio of ancient Tendai Buddism temples in eastern Shiga, also known as "Koto Sanzan." The temple is renowned for the beautiful red and orange leaves that surround it in the fall and long blooming cherry trees. Saimyoji Temple (Shiga): Located in the Suzuka mountain range, Saimyoji Temple is one of a trio of ancient Tendai Buddism temples in eastern Shiga, also known as "Koto Sanzan." The temple is renowned for the beautiful red and orange leaves that surround it in the fall and long blooming cherry trees. Courtesy Promotion Airport Environment Improvement Foundation/JNTO Gokayama (Toyama): Gokayama is one of the greatest towns for architecture buffs in the world. The oldest traditional gassho style house in Ainokura is said to be about 400 years old. Part of the UNESCO-designated area of Gokyama, the village preserves an architectural design that dates back hundreds of years. The steep triangular thatched roofs were built without the use of nails and are designed to prevent snow buildup. Gokayama (Toyama): Gokayama is one of the greatest towns for architecture buffs in the world. The oldest traditional gassho style house in Ainokura is said to be about 400 years old. Part of the UNESCO-designated area of Gokyama, the village preserves an architectural design that dates back hundreds of years. The steep triangular thatched roofs were built without the use of nails and are designed to prevent snow buildup. Courtesy JNTO Lake Kussharo (Hokkaido): Some 300 whooper swans migrate to Lake Kussharo every winter. Geothermal springs prevent ice from forming along its sandy shores despite most of the water surface freezing. Reported sightings of a lake monster, dubbed Kusshii by the media, since 1973 earned Kussharo a reputation as Japan's Loch Ness. Lake Kussharo (Hokkaido): Some 300 whooper swans migrate to Lake Kussharo every winter. Geothermal springs prevent ice from forming along its sandy shores despite most of the water surface freezing. Reported sightings of a lake monster, dubbed Kusshii by the media, since 1973 earned Kussharo a reputation as Japan's Loch Ness. JNTO Ini Tanada (Hiroshima): Ini has more than 320 terraced rice paddies. The oldest stone terrace dates back about 500 years. Using only pure natural water from mountain valleys, Ini Tanada's rice is particularly favored for its rich fragrance and taste. The town regularly holds a rice planting event on its terraces to pass on traditional farming methods. Ini Tanada (Hiroshima): Ini has more than 320 terraced rice paddies. The oldest stone terrace dates back about 500 years. Using only pure natural water from mountain valleys, Ini Tanada's rice is particularly favored for its rich fragrance and taste. The town regularly holds a rice planting event on its terraces to pass on traditional farming methods. Courtesy Hiroshima Prefecture/JNTO Himeji Castle (Hyogo): Frequently called the "White Egret" or "White Heron" castle because of its white exterior and resemblance to a bird taking flight, Himeji is made up of 83 buildings. The 17th century castle is equipped with heavy defense systems. It featured extensively in Hollywood and Japanese films, making a prominent appearance in the James Bond movie "You Only Live Twice." Himeji Castle (Hyogo): Frequently called the "White Egret" or "White Heron" castle because of its white exterior and resemblance to a bird taking flight, Himeji is made up of 83 buildings. The 17th century castle is equipped with heavy defense systems. It featured extensively in Hollywood and Japanese films, making a prominent appearance in the James Bond movie "You Only Live Twice." Courtesy JNTO Jigokudani Monkey Park (Nagano): The steaming springs set in a snowy mountain may be scenic, but travelers come here to see something else -- the hot spring monkeys. Some 200 Japanese macaque monkeys live in Jigokudani -- which translates to "hell valley" -- where the rough cliffs and onsens are covered in snow for a third of the year. The monkeys bathe at the main onsen of the park in winter without a care for observers. Anyone jealous of the monkey's lazy ways can head over to Korakukan Ryokan for their own thermal soak. Jigokudani Monkey Park (Nagano): The steaming springs set in a snowy mountain may be scenic, but travelers come here to see something else -- the hot spring monkeys. Some 200 Japanese macaque monkeys live in Jigokudani -- which translates to "hell valley" -- where the rough cliffs and onsens are covered in snow for a third of the year. The monkeys bathe at the main onsen of the park in winter without a care for observers. Anyone jealous of the monkey's lazy ways can head over to Korakukan Ryokan for their own thermal soak. Yamanouchi Town/JNTO Hakuba village (Nagano): Revered as a ski resort town in the northern Japanese Alps, Hakuba is equally appealing during the summer. The hike up to Happo Pond is among the most scenic trails in the country. Hakuba village (Nagano): Revered as a ski resort town in the northern Japanese Alps, Hakuba is equally appealing during the summer. The hike up to Happo Pond is among the most scenic trails in the country. Tourism Commission of Hakuba Village/JNTO Adachi Museum of Art (Shimane): The Adachi gardens, a part of Adachi Museum of Art, are said to be a "living Japanese painting" and one of the most beautiful gardens in Japan. Adachi Zenko founded the museum in 1980 to combine his passion for Japanese art and gardening. Adachi Museum of Art (Shimane): The Adachi gardens, a part of Adachi Museum of Art, are said to be a "living Japanese painting" and one of the most beautiful gardens in Japan. Adachi Zenko founded the museum in 1980 to combine his passion for Japanese art and gardening. Courtesy JNTO Sotomo Arch (Fukui): One of the most scenic spots in the bay of Wakasa, the Big Gate and Little Gate of the Sotomo Arch were holes on rock carved by the rough waves of the Sea of Japan. With some careful maneuvering, it's possible to climb into the Little Gate. An excursion ship, which departs from the Wakasa Fishermen's Wharf, offers rides to view the rock formation. Sotomo Arch (Fukui): One of the most scenic spots in the bay of Wakasa, the Big Gate and Little Gate of the Sotomo Arch were holes on rock carved by the rough waves of the Sea of Japan. With some careful maneuvering, it's possible to climb into the Little Gate. An excursion ship, which departs from the Wakasa Fishermen's Wharf, offers rides to view the rock formation. JNTO Fuji Shibazakura Festival, (Yamanashi): With Mount Fuji in the background, some 800,000 stalks of shibazakura or "moss phlox" cover 2.4 hectares of land in a carpet of pink, white and purple. Thousands travel to the Fuji Five Lakes area for the festival celebrating the flower's first bloom. Fuji Shibazakura Festival, (Yamanashi): With Mount Fuji in the background, some 800,000 stalks of shibazakura or "moss phlox" cover 2.4 hectares of land in a carpet of pink, white and purple. Thousands travel to the Fuji Five Lakes area for the festival celebrating the flower's first bloom. Akira Okada/JNTO Senganen Garden (Kagoshima): The Japanese style landscape garden features small ponds, streams, shrines and a bamboo grove. Set along the coast north of downtown Kagoshima, visitors can look out at Sakurajima volcano and Kagoshima Bay. The garden dates back to 1658, during Japan's Edo period. Senganen Garden (Kagoshima): The Japanese style landscape garden features small ponds, streams, shrines and a bamboo grove. Set along the coast north of downtown Kagoshima, visitors can look out at Sakurajima volcano and Kagoshima Bay. The garden dates back to 1658, during Japan's Edo period. Kagoshima Prefectural Tourist Federation/JNTO Golden Pavilion (Kyoto): Covered in gold leaf, Kinkaku-ji, or the Golden Pavilion, is arguably Kyoto's most famed attraction. Golden Pavilion (Kyoto): Covered in gold leaf, Kinkaku-ji, or the Golden Pavilion, is arguably Kyoto's most famed attraction. Marnie Hunter/CNN Jodogahama Beach (Iwate): It's easy to see why this stunning Iwate prefecture beach was named "Jodogahama," or Pure Land. Located in Rikuchu Kaigan National Park, it's one of Japan's nationally designated places of scenic beauty.  Jodogahama Beach (Iwate): It's easy to see why this stunning Iwate prefecture beach was named "Jodogahama," or Pure Land. Located in Rikuchu Kaigan National Park, it's one of Japan's nationally designated places of scenic beauty. JNTO Kumano Kodo (Wakayama): Kumano Kodo, as seen here from the famous Hyakken-gura viewpoint, is a network of seven pilgrimage routes. It's one of only two UNESCO-listed pilgrimages in the world. Find out how to tackle Kumano Kodo here. Kumano Kodo (Wakayama): Kumano Kodo, as seen here from the famous Hyakken-gura viewpoint, is a network of seven pilgrimage routes. It's one of only two UNESCO-listed pilgrimages in the world. Find out how to tackle Kumano Kodo here. JNTO Mototaki Waterfall (Akita): This pretty waterfall, fed by year-round snow on Mount Chokai, remains chilly even during the warmer seasons. It's in Akita prefecture in Japan's Tohoku region. Mototaki Waterfall (Akita): This pretty waterfall, fed by year-round snow on Mount Chokai, remains chilly even during the warmer seasons. It's in Akita prefecture in Japan's Tohoku region. Japan National Tourism Organization Mount Fuji: One of Japan's three sacred mountains and one of its most recognizable natural attractions, Mount Fuji is a popular hiking destination for pilgrims and travelers. Its seemingly symmetrical shape is an icon that has appeared on many postcards and artworks in Japan. Mount Fuji: One of Japan's three sacred mountains and one of its most recognizable natural attractions, Mount Fuji is a popular hiking destination for pilgrims and travelers. Its seemingly symmetrical shape is an icon that has appeared on many postcards and artworks in Japan. TORU YAMANAKA/AFP/AFP/Getty Images Tokyo: Tokyo's cityscape -- a mix of historic temples, skyscrapers and the iconic Tokyo Tower -- is a sight Japan lovers never tire of. The open-air Sky Deck of Roppongi Hills is one of the best places to snap an Instagram-perfect shot like this one. Tokyo: Tokyo's cityscape -- a mix of historic temples, skyscrapers and the iconic Tokyo Tower -- is a sight Japan lovers never tire of. The open-air Sky Deck of Roppongi Hills is one of the best places to snap an Instagram-perfect shot like this one. KAZUHIRO NOGI/AFP/AFP/Getty Images Japan's 36 most beautiful places Prev Next

    Japan’s health ministry has agreed to loosen entry restrictions for visitors to the country who can provide evidence of being fully vaccinated against the coronavirus.

    Travelers will have to show proof of getting the Pfizer, Moderna or AstraZeneca vaccines, as they are currently the only ones accepted in Japan. So it’s bad news for China’s Sinopharm and the United States’ Johnson & Johnson.

    Eligible travelers will no longer have to endure a 14-day quarantine – instead, they can do 10. At the end of the 10-day period, they must take a PCR test. If that test comes back negative, the person is then able to move about freely.

    3. Australia has revealed its plan to reopen its borders to fully vaccinated citizens - Source: CNN " data-fave-thumbnails="{"big": { "uri": "https://media.cnn.com/api/v1/images/stellar/prod/191014053629-sydney-skyline.jpg?q=x_3,y_0,h_1684,w_2993,c_crop/h_540,w_960" }, "small": { "uri": "https://media.cnn.com/api/v1/images/stellar/prod/191014053629-sydney-skyline.jpg?q=x_3,y_0,h_1684,w_2993,c_crop/h_540,w_960" } }" data-vr-video="" data-show-html="" data-byline-html="" data-check-event-based-preview="" data-network-id="" data-publish-date="2021-10-01T04:25:44Z" data-video-section="world" data-canonical-url="https://www.cnn.com/videos/world/2021/10/01/australia-international-travel-borders-covid-intl-watson-vpx.cnn" data-branding-key="" data-video-slug="australia-international-travel-borders-covid-intl-watson-vpx" data-first-publish-slug="australia-international-travel-borders-covid-intl-watson-vpx" data-video-tags="australia,australian rules football,communicable disease control,continents and regions,health and medical,international travel,oceania,political figures - intl,public health,scott morrison,sports and recreation,tourism,travel and tourism,vaccination and immunization" data-details=""> sydney skyline Video Ad Feedback Australia to ease travel rules for vaccinated citizens 02:38 - Source: CNN

    On October 1, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced plans to reopen the country’s borders to fully vaccinated citizens and permanent residents.

    It’s now more than 18 months since Australia closed its borders in response to the pandemic, imposing strict quotas on arrivals and a mandatory 14-day quarantine for those who were able to make the trip. The reopening – expected to take effect in November – is welcome news to the thousands of Australian citizens still stranded overseas.

    4. Argentina will also reopen to fully vaccinated international visitors on November 1 - Source: CNN " data-fave-thumbnails="{"big": { "uri": "https://media.cnn.com/api/v1/images/stellar/prod/210904132127-whale-approaches-paddleboarder-2.jpg?q=x_401,y_76,h_619,w_1100,c_crop/h_540,w_960" }, "small": { "uri": "https://media.cnn.com/api/v1/images/stellar/prod/210904132127-whale-approaches-paddleboarder-2.jpg?q=x_401,y_76,h_619,w_1100,c_crop/h_540,w_960" } }" data-vr-video="false" data-show-html="" data-byline-html=" " data-check-event-based-preview="" data-network-id="" data-publish-date="2021-09-04T17:15:30Z" data-video-section="world" data-canonical-url="https://www.cnn.com/videos/world/2021/09/04/whales-paddle-boarder-drone-video-argentina-orig-ts.cnn" data-branding-key="" data-video-slug="whales-paddle-boarder-drone-video-argentina-orig-ts" data-first-publish-slug="whales-paddle-boarder-drone-video-argentina-orig-ts" data-video-tags="aircraft,animals,argentina,aviation and aerospace industry,business and industry sectors,business, economy and trade,continents and regions,dolphins and whales,latin america,life forms,mammals,marine mammals,south america,sports and recreation,surfing,the americas,unmanned aircraft,water sports" data-details=""> Whale Approaches Paddleboarder 2 Video Ad Feedback See whales approach a paddle boarder in Argentina 00:56 - Source: CNN

    We’re now entering springtime in the southern hemisphere and so it will be a peak time to visit Argentina when it reopens to international tourism on November 1.

    All foreign visitors will be welcome to make a quarantine-free visit, as long as they have received the approved vaccines at least two weeks beforehand and also present a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours before their arrival in the country.

    Argentina’s Minister of Health Carla Vizzoti tweeted the news on September 21. The country’s land borders have already reopened, on October 1, allowing foreign nationals from its neighboring countries to enter.

    5. Vietnam’s biggest city has relaxed its Covid restrictions A health worker checks the temperature of a member of the public at a Covid-19 vaccination center in Ho Chi Minh City on August 5, 2021. A health worker checks the temperature of a member of the public at a Covid-19 vaccination center in Ho Chi Minh City on August 5, 2021. Maika Elan/Bloomberg/Getty Images

    Vietnam has been in strict lockdown since early July, as a result of a Covid wave linked to the Delta variant which would lead to a record high of 804 deaths in one day on September 1.

    While cases have dropped, it’s still seeing more than 62,000 new cases a week and less than 10% of the population are vaccinated.

    However, the economy has been hit hard and officials in Vietnam’s biggest city and commercial hub, Ho Chi Minh City, have made the decision to end travel curbs within the city and to allow some hospitality facilities, malls and construction projects to resume business, reports Reuters.

    6. A couple married on the US-Canadian border so the bride’s family could attend Karen Mahoney and Brian Ray got married on the US-Canadian border so her family could witness it. Karen Mahoney and Brian Ray got married on the US-Canadian border so her family could witness it. Courtesy Karen Mahoney

    Some people want a church wedding, others want a beach service, but for newlyweds Karen Mahoney and Brian Ray, a US-Canada border crossing outside Burke, New York, was perfect.

    Covid-19 restrictions had made it difficult for the Canadian bride to have her family at her US wedding, so this was the way for Mahoney’s parents and 96-year-old grandmother to be at the celebration.

    “The most important part of the day for us was the promises we told to each other, and we wanted my parents and grandmother to witness that,” Mahoney told CNN.

    7. A baby was born on a Turkish Airlines flight to the US Turkish Airlines crew members with the baby they helped deliver. Turkish Airlines crew members with the baby they helped deliver. Courtesy Turkish Airlines

    A Moroccan woman gave birth on a Turkish Airlines flight from Istanbul to Chicago on September 27. Her son was delivered with the assistance of cabin crew and a doctor who was on board, reports Nola.com.

    The flight continued, as the mother and baby were in good health, a press spokesperson for Turkish Airlines said in a release.

    8. A Middle Eastern airline was named the best in the world Skytrax Best Airlines 2021: Skytrax has announced the winners of its 2021 World Airline Awards. Number 10 on this list of top airlines is Air France. See more photos of the top 10 in this gallery. Skytrax Best Airlines 2021: Skytrax has announced the winners of its 2021 World Airline Awards. Number 10 on this list of top airlines is Air France. See more photos of the top 10 in this gallery. JP Pariente/Sipa via AP Images 9. Hainan Airlines: Chinese carrier Hainan came in at number nine on the Skytrax round-up. The awards are voted on by travelers via a customer survey, which this time round ran from September 2019 to July 2021. 9. Hainan Airlines: Chinese carrier Hainan came in at number nine on the Skytrax round-up. The awards are voted on by travelers via a customer survey, which this time round ran from September 2019 to July 2021. Liu debin/Imaginechina via AP 8. Qantas: Aussie airline Qantas is number eight on Skytrax list. Travelers were asked about more than 350 global airlines. 8. Qantas: Aussie airline Qantas is number eight on Skytrax list. Travelers were asked about more than 350 global airlines. Brendon Thorne/Bloomberg via Getty Images 7. EVA Air: Taiwanese airline EVA is number seven on Skytrax list. EVA also ranked seventh for World's Best Cabin Staff and fifth for World's Cleanest Airline Cabins. 7. EVA Air: Taiwanese airline EVA is number seven on Skytrax list. EVA also ranked seventh for World's Best Cabin Staff and fifth for World's Cleanest Airline Cabins. Fabrizio Gandolfo/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images 6. Cathay Pacific Airways: The Hong Kong carrier also won Best Business Class Lounge in Asia. 6. Cathay Pacific Airways: The Hong Kong carrier also won Best Business Class Lounge in Asia. Vincent Thian/AP 5. Japan Airlines: The fifth best airline according to Skytrax's survey is Japan Airlines. Japan Airlines also won awards for World's Best Economy Class, Best Economy Class Airline Seat and Best Economy Class in Asia. 5. Japan Airlines: The fifth best airline according to Skytrax's survey is Japan Airlines. Japan Airlines also won awards for World's Best Economy Class, Best Economy Class Airline Seat and Best Economy Class in Asia. James Matsumoto/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images 4. Emirates: Number four on Skytrax's round-up is Emirates, also recognized as offering the World's Best Airline Inflight Entertainment and Best First Class in the Middle East. 4. Emirates: Number four on Skytrax's round-up is Emirates, also recognized as offering the World's Best Airline Inflight Entertainment and Best First Class in the Middle East. James D. Morgan/Getty Images 3. ANA All Nippon Airways: This Japanese carrier was also recognized for the World's Best Airline Cabin Cleanliness, World's Best Airport Services, Best Airline Staff in Asia and Best First Class Lounge in Asia. 3. ANA All Nippon Airways: This Japanese carrier was also recognized for the World's Best Airline Cabin Cleanliness, World's Best Airport Services, Best Airline Staff in Asia and Best First Class Lounge in Asia. Yuki Iwamura/AFP/Getty Images 2. Singapore Airlines: At the number two spot is Singapore Airlines, which also won Skytrax's gongs for World's Best Airline Cabin Staff, Best Airline in Asia, World's Best First Class, World's Best First Class Seat and Best Economy Class Onboard Catering. 2. Singapore Airlines: At the number two spot is Singapore Airlines, which also won Skytrax's gongs for World's Best Airline Cabin Staff, Best Airline in Asia, World's Best First Class, World's Best First Class Seat and Best Economy Class Onboard Catering. Roslan Rahman/AFP/Getty Images 1. Qatar Airways: The world's best airline for 2021, according to Skytrax, is Qatar Airways. Qatar Airways also took home several other awards, including World's Best Business Class Seat. 1. Qatar Airways: The world's best airline for 2021, according to Skytrax, is Qatar Airways. Qatar Airways also took home several other awards, including World's Best Business Class Seat. Zheng Huansong/Xinhua via Getty Images Photos: Skytrax best airlines for 2021 Prev Next

    Doha-based Qatar Airways has been named 2021’s best airline twice over: first by AirlineRatings.com in July and now by review body Skytrax.

    Skytrax World Airline Awards are voted for by travelers via a customer survey, which this time ran from September 2019 to July 2021.

    “It is clear that Qatar Airways has maintained its high standards of innovation and service standards, both in more normal times and through the current global pandemic,” said Skytrax CEO Edward Plaisted in a statement on the results.

    9. Parts of United Airlines’ vaccine mandate have been postponed under a temporary deal nited Airlines pilot Steve Lindland receives a Covid-19 vaccine at O'Hare International Airport in March 2021. nited Airlines pilot Steve Lindland receives a Covid-19 vaccine at O'Hare International Airport in March 2021. Scott Olson/Getty Images

    United Airlines’ vaccine mandate came into effect this week, but the airline is postponing full implementation while a legal challenge to the mandate progresses.

    Under a temporary deal, employees who had their religious or medical accommodation requests rejected by the company will be allowed to remain active at the company until October 8, when the court has scheduled a hearing in the lawsuit.

    United’s policy will still apply to employees who do not show proof of vaccination and didn’t apply for a religious or medical exemption.

    10. UK road trips were tricky, due to a gasoline crisis - Source: CNN " data-fave-thumbnails="{"big": { "uri": "https://media.cnn.com/api/v1/images/stellar/prod/210928084217-03-gas-shortage-uk.jpg?q=x_0,y_0,h_1688,w_2999,c_fill/h_540,w_960" }, "small": { "uri": "https://media.cnn.com/api/v1/images/stellar/prod/210928084217-03-gas-shortage-uk.jpg?q=x_0,y_0,h_1688,w_2999,c_fill/h_540,w_960" } }" data-vr-video="false" data-show-html="" data-byline-html=" " data-check-event-based-preview="" data-network-id="" data-publish-date="2021-09-28T15:30:05Z" data-video-section="business" data-canonical-url="https://www.cnn.com/videos/business/2021/09/28/uk-fuel-shortage-update-biz-vpx.cnn" data-branding-key="" data-video-slug="uk-fuel-shortage-update-biz-vpx" data-first-publish-slug="uk-fuel-shortage-update-biz-vpx" data-video-tags="business and industry sectors,business, economy and trade,continents and regions,energy and utilities,europe,gas stations,marine transportation,military,northern europe,oil and gas industry,transportation and warehousing,united kingdom" data-details=""> LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 25: A Shell garage employee holds a sign on the side of the road informing a queue of traffic that they do not have unleaded petrol on September 25, 2021 in Blackheath, London, United Kingdom. BP and Esso have announced that its ability to transport fuel from refineries to its branded petrol station forecourts is being impacted by the ongoing shortage of HGV drivers and as a result, it will be rationing deliveries to ensure continuity of supply. (Photo by Chris J Ratcliffe/Getty Images) Video Ad Feedback UK puts army on standby to deliver fuel as service stations run dry (September 2021) 03:11 - Source: CNN

    The UK’s week-long gasoline shortage, which has seen service stations closed and long lines at those that are open, is beginning to ease off although things have yet to return to normal.

    It’s down to a shortage of tanker drivers, made worse by the Brexit situation and also by panic buying by the general public. CNN’s Charles Riley has the lowdown on what you need to know.

    CNN’s Chris Isidore, Lauren M. Johnson, Lilit Marcus, Duarte Mendonca, Henrik Pettersson, Charles Riley, Tierney Sneed, Francesca Street, Angus Watson and Ben Westcott contributed to this report.



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