Current situation in Slovakia
(as at 27 August 2020)
Slovakia continues to experience what we describe as pretty much "business as usual" conditions with just a few remnants of the pandemic response remaining in place, most notably the requirement to wear face masks indoors.
In fact, our summer operations in both The Dragon's Lair chalet and Bar Fakt! were operating as normal, and we're pleased to say it was the best summer we've had!
Domestic and regional tourism flourished, and in and around Jasna it didn't feel like there had even been a pandemic. At the ski resort, summer lift operations were normal, albeit with queues and lifts managed for social distancing. Restaurants and hotels were operating as normal (staff wearing masks) and people were enjoying the alpine activities on offer. So, we are still expecting the ski season here to be more normal than not.
Obviously we cannot be blind to the fact this can change quickly, as the returning cases in France, Spain, Australia and other places have shown. With more movement of people over summer we have seen cases increase in Slovakia, however, the number of active cases is 1,311, with a total of 33 deaths since the pandemic started.
At present, there are no travel restrictions or quarantine requirements either way between Slovakia and the UK and flights are running to the usual airports.
Whilst the situation is good now, we know it can change quickly, as we experienced last season. And whilst we are not anticipating immediate lockdowns and closures of airports as a first response, we will be providing as much flexibility for guests looking to plan and book their 2021 ski holidays.
In general, this will include:
- full refund of booking deposits for any reason up until 60 days ahead of arrival
- chalet room rates fixed at last season's rates
Specifically in cases of country or individual Covid-19 travel restrictions we will offer:
- free re-booking to new dates (subject to availability)
- vouchers/credit valid for any future booking with Jasna Adventures
- full refunds, if rebooking or vouchers are not a viable option.
CLICK HERE for the full terms and conditions.
We expect this delivers the confidence and trust in making bookings with as little risk as possible. We recognise the most guests are regular skiers and if they cannot make a trip this season they will be back for the next season.
