Getting to/from Ibiza latest info

sssophie said:
we got here no probs. Got the LAMP test at Manchester airport. Super simple. Results in 90 mins. Ibiza airport was packed…. Taxi queue UNREAL… so glad we have a car 👍 they were doing spot checks for the negative test at the airport. Thinking about it I should have asked about the antigen.
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Are you fully vaxxed or doing the tests because you're not?
 
So…I’ve been totally f***ed for a good few days..any one that says Covid is easy is wrong! Both my Chinese and Pfizer didn’t work for me! It’s mental! Anyway…I’ve had the pleasure of having looking at homes under the hammer back to back for the past week! And checking the cost of accommodation down Ibiza….it’s majorly expensive which I can understand but there is a bit of taking the piss….they need to be a bit sensible, if not they’ll lose their market.
 
freakstar said:
So…I’ve been totally f***ed for a good few days..any one that says Covid is easy is wrong! Both my Chinese and Pfizer didn’t work for me! It’s mental! Anyway…I’ve had the pleasure of having looking at homes under the hammer back to back for the past week! And checking the cost of accommodation down Ibiza….it’s majorly expensive which I can understand but there is a bit of taking the piss….they need to be a bit sensible, if not they’ll lose their market.
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And, I don’t mind paying to stay somewhere nice (200 euros a night is ok - if it’s nice) but I just feel the piss is being taken..and I understand it’s been tough times but the prices I’ve been seeing are ridiculous…
 
sssophie said:
we got here no probs. Got the LAMP test at Manchester airport. Super simple. Results in 90 mins. Ibiza airport was packed…. Taxi queue UNREAL… so glad we have a car 👍 they were doing spot checks for the negative test at the airport. Thinking about it I should have asked about the antigen.
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Is this a PCR test? I assume one of the more expensive short turn around ones?
 
With 7 days to go before Ibiza I’m usually polishing my flip flops and making final repairs to my straw hat. I’m certainly not one for obsessing, so this confusion about testing is a becoming a drain on time and patience. As it is for many others on here.

Here’s the current situation regarding tests:

UK Government: Antigen test not accepted
Jet2: Antigen test not accepted
EasyJet: Antigen accepted
Ryanair: Antigen accepted
British Airways: Directing people to UK government site.
Tui: Antigen test not accepted
Spain Travel Health: One section of the website says antigen test accepted. Another section says not accepted.

We’re flying with EasyJet whose advice to me when I enquired about the conflicting antigen test info was: “Tests and government requirements are country specific. Hence, why we cannot confirm this, and only guide you in the right direction.” According to the government requirements, they’re guiding me in the wrong direction.

I think antigen has been ruled out by Spain. No idea where some of the airlines are getting their guidelines from. As for when the 48 hour rule starts and what it means in relation to swab taken or documents issued, that’s a whole other story.

So currently based on the above, I have 3 sets of tests booked for us of different types on two different days. If we get to the check in and whatever test and time we go with isn’t accepted, what will easyjet refer to as their rule for denying passengers on board?

Also if we’re denied boarding there are financial implications; flight, hotel, car hire, dog kennels, tests to be pre booked and paid for to be done when we get home. Not to mention two kids in tears and more than likely two adults on the brink as well.

So I’m sure anyone who dips into this thread and thinks; wow, there are a lot maniacs in there, you’re not far wrong. The confusion is driving people mad. It should not have been this difficult. On the face of it, it should be easy. But the finer points are not accurate across the board and create risk that shouldn’t be there. Everyone has their own risks involved, but people just want to eliminate as many of those as possible using correct guidance which is seriously lacking at the moment.

Anyway, my flip flops need buffed and my hat is in a right state so I’m off to do my holiday chores.
 
Amigo said:
With 7 days to go before Ibiza I’m usually polishing my flip flops and making final repairs to my straw hat. I’m certainly not one for obsessing, so this confusion about testing is a becoming a drain on time and patience. As it is for many others on here.

Here’s the current situation regarding tests:

UK Government: Antigen test not accepted
Jet2: Antigen test not accepted
EasyJet: Antigen accepted
Ryanair: Antigen accepted
British Airways: Directing people to UK government site.
Tui: Antigen test not accepted
Spain Travel Health: One section of the website says antigen test accepted. Another section says not accepted.

We’re flying with EasyJet whose advice to me when I enquired about the conflicting antigen test info was: “Tests and government requirements are country specific. Hence, why we cannot confirm this, and only guide you in the right direction.” According to the government requirements, they’re guiding me in the wrong direction.

I think antigen has been ruled out by Spain. No idea where some of the airlines are getting their guidelines from. As for when the 48 hour rule starts and what it means in relation to swab taken or documents issued, that’s a whole other story.

So currently based on the above, I have 3 sets of tests booked for us of different types on two different days. If we get to the check in and whatever test and time we go with isn’t accepted, what will easyjet refer to as their rule for denying passengers on board?

Also if we’re denied boarding there are financial implications; flight, hotel, car hire, dog kennels, tests to be pre booked and paid for to be done when we get home. Not to mention two kids in tears and more than likely two adults on the brink as well.

So I’m sure anyone who dips into this thread and thinks; wow, there are a lot maniacs in there, you’re not far wrong. The confusion is driving people mad. It should not have been this difficult. On the face of it, it should be easy. But the finer points are not accurate across the board and create risk that shouldn’t be there. Everyone has their own risks involved, but people just want to eliminate as many of those as possible using correct guidance which is seriously lacking at the moment.

Anyway, my flip flops need buffed and my hat is in a right state so I’m off to do my holiday chores.
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I am sure all will fine in the end! And u will be relaxing on a beach in no time
 
Amigo said:
With 7 days to go before Ibiza I’m usually polishing my flip flops and making final repairs to my straw hat. I’m certainly not one for obsessing, so this confusion about testing is a becoming a drain on time and patience. As it is for many others on here.

Here’s the current situation regarding tests:

UK Government: Antigen test not accepted
Jet2: Antigen test not accepted
EasyJet: Antigen accepted
Ryanair: Antigen accepted
British Airways: Directing people to UK government site.
Tui: Antigen test not accepted
Spain Travel Health: One section of the website says antigen test accepted. Another section says not accepted.

We’re flying with EasyJet whose advice to me when I enquired about the conflicting antigen test info was: “Tests and government requirements are country specific. Hence, why we cannot confirm this, and only guide you in the right direction.” According to the government requirements, they’re guiding me in the wrong direction.

I think antigen has been ruled out by Spain. No idea where some of the airlines are getting their guidelines from. As for when the 48 hour rule starts and what it means in relation to swab taken or documents issued, that’s a whole other story.

So currently based on the above, I have 3 sets of tests booked for us of different types on two different days. If we get to the check in and whatever test and time we go with isn’t accepted, what will easyjet refer to as their rule for denying passengers on board?

Also if we’re denied boarding there are financial implications; flight, hotel, car hire, dog kennels, tests to be pre booked and paid for to be done when we get home. Not to mention two kids in tears and more than likely two adults on the brink as well.

So I’m sure anyone who dips into this thread and thinks; wow, there are a lot maniacs in there, you’re not far wrong. The confusion is driving people mad. It should not have been this difficult. On the face of it, it should be easy. But the finer points are not accurate across the board and create risk that shouldn’t be there. Everyone has their own risks involved, but people just want to eliminate as many of those as possible using correct guidance which is seriously lacking at the moment.

Anyway, my flip flops need buffed and my hat is in a right state so I’m off to do my holiday chores.
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It’s been a nightmare. The LAMP test I did was a good option as it clearly states they allow it. I’m still not sure about the antigen either.
my mate coming from Bangkok has just been grilled at customs for an hour about why he’s coming to Ibiza ans they’ve said he won’t be let in…. Let’s see!
 
sssophie said:
No LAMP test. It cost £85 per person… so not too bad at all. 👍
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How long before you fly did you take that? I'm thinking about booking one at airport on the day we leave and just sitting there for hours and get the results but i'm not sure how that would work with the passenger locator form if it has to be filled in as well.

Thanks! :cool:
 
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Amigo said:
With 7 days to go before Ibiza I’m usually polishing my flip flops and making final repairs to my straw hat. I’m certainly not one for obsessing, so this confusion about testing is a becoming a drain on time and patience. As it is for many others on here.

Here’s the current situation regarding tests:

UK Government: Antigen test not accepted
Jet2: Antigen test not accepted
EasyJet: Antigen accepted
Ryanair: Antigen accepted
British Airways: Directing people to UK government site.
Tui: Antigen test not accepted
Spain Travel Health: One section of the website says antigen test accepted. Another section says not accepted.

We’re flying with EasyJet whose advice to me when I enquired about the conflicting antigen test info was: “Tests and government requirements are country specific. Hence, why we cannot confirm this, and only guide you in the right direction.” According to the government requirements, they’re guiding me in the wrong direction.

I think antigen has been ruled out by Spain. No idea where some of the airlines are getting their guidelines from. As for when the 48 hour rule starts and what it means in relation to swab taken or documents issued, that’s a whole other story.

So currently based on the above, I have 3 sets of tests booked for us of different types on two different days. If we get to the check in and whatever test and time we go with isn’t accepted, what will easyjet refer to as their rule for denying passengers on board?

Also if we’re denied boarding there are financial implications; flight, hotel, car hire, dog kennels, tests to be pre booked and paid for to be done when we get home. Not to mention two kids in tears and more than likely two adults on the brink as well.

So I’m sure anyone who dips into this thread and thinks; wow, there are a lot maniacs in there, you’re not far wrong. The confusion is driving people mad. It should not have been this difficult. On the face of it, it should be easy. But the finer points are not accurate across the board and create risk that shouldn’t be there. Everyone has their own risks involved, but people just want to eliminate as many of those as possible using correct guidance which is seriously lacking at the moment.

Anyway, my flip flops need buffed and my hat is
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sssophie said:
No LAMP test. It cost £85 per person… so not too bad at all. 👍
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Was this run by Collinson? How did they send the results - was it via an APP or just email?
Asking as a load of people are apparently struggling to access results on the app.
 
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I'm going to cancel the PCR tests i have booked and book LAMP ones instead which means i get results in 90 mins rather than "up to 48 hrs"
 
Amigo said:
With 7 days to go before Ibiza I’m usually polishing my flip flops and making final repairs to my straw hat. I’m certainly not one for obsessing, so this confusion about testing is a becoming a drain on time and patience. As it is for many others on here.

Here’s the current situation regarding tests:

UK Government: Antigen test not accepted
Jet2: Antigen test not accepted
EasyJet: Antigen accepted
Ryanair: Antigen accepted
British Airways: Directing people to UK government site.
Tui: Antigen test not accepted
Spain Travel Health: One section of the website says antigen test accepted. Another section says not accepted.

We’re flying with EasyJet whose advice to me when I enquired about the conflicting antigen test info was: “Tests and government requirements are country specific. Hence, why we cannot confirm this, and only guide you in the right direction.” According to the government requirements, they’re guiding me in the wrong direction.

I think antigen has been ruled out by Spain. No idea where some of the airlines are getting their guidelines from. As for when the 48 hour rule starts and what it means in relation to swab taken or documents issued, that’s a whole other story.

So currently based on the above, I have 3 sets of tests booked for us of different types on two different days. If we get to the check in and whatever test and time we go with isn’t accepted, what will easyjet refer to as their rule for denying passengers on board?

Also if we’re denied boarding there are financial implications; flight, hotel, car hire, dog kennels, tests to be pre booked and paid for to be done when we get home. Not to mention two kids in tears and more than likely two adults on the brink as well.

So I’m sure anyone who dips into this thread and thinks; wow, there are a lot maniacs in there, you’re not far wrong. The confusion is driving people mad. It should not have been this difficult. On the face of it, it should be easy. But the finer points are not accurate across the board and create risk that shouldn’t be there. Everyone has their own risks involved, but people just want to eliminate as many of those as possible using correct guidance which is seriously lacking at the moment.

Anyway, my flip flops need buffed and my hat is in a right state so I’m off to do my holiday chores.
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What tests have you booked and where abouts in Belfast? I have family there who are looking for a LAMP test or something that makes the 48 hour rule less stressful
 
Amigo said:
With 7 days to go before Ibiza I’m usually polishing my flip flops and making final repairs to my straw hat. I’m certainly not one for obsessing, so this confusion about testing is a becoming a drain on time and patience. As it is for many others on here.

Here’s the current situation regarding tests:

UK Government: Antigen test not accepted
Jet2: Antigen test not accepted
EasyJet: Antigen accepted
Ryanair: Antigen accepted
British Airways: Directing people to UK government site.
Tui: Antigen test not accepted
Spain Travel Health: One section of the website says antigen test accepted. Another section says not accepted.

We’re flying with EasyJet whose advice to me when I enquired about the conflicting antigen test info was: “Tests and government requirements are country specific. Hence, why we cannot confirm this, and only guide you in the right direction.” According to the government requirements, they’re guiding me in the wrong direction.

I think antigen has been ruled out by Spain. No idea where some of the airlines are getting their guidelines from. As for when the 48 hour rule starts and what it means in relation to swab taken or documents issued, that’s a whole other story.

So currently based on the above, I have 3 sets of tests booked for us of different types on two different days. If we get to the check in and whatever test and time we go with isn’t accepted, what will easyjet refer to as their rule for denying passengers on board?

Also if we’re denied boarding there are financial implications; flight, hotel, car hire, dog kennels, tests to be pre booked and paid for to be done when we get home. Not to mention two kids in tears and more than likely two adults on the brink as well.

So I’m sure anyone who dips into this thread and thinks; wow, there are a lot maniacs in there, you’re not far wrong. The confusion is driving people mad. It should not have been this difficult. On the face of it, it should be easy. But the finer points are not accurate across the board and create risk that shouldn’t be there. Everyone has their own risks involved, but people just want to eliminate as many of those as possible using correct guidance which is seriously lacking at the moment.

Anyway, my flip flops need buffed and my hat is in a right state so I’m off to do my holiday chores.
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You know my thoughts on it.
just go camping in Cumbria or something
 
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