Is living in a COVID-19 safe country the new 21st century dream? It seems likely. Today, Tatler explores what life is like in enviable countries that have managed the pandemic well
It's been over one year since the pandemic began and while a majority of countries still struggle to control the virus, a handful of others are enjoying the benefits of cautious protocol, swift government response, and science-based action. Though the same can't be said for the Philippines, which is struggling with a much-deadlier second wave, we wonder what life is like in countries that have been able to reopen safely and smartly for their citizens.
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Israel
Israel is a vaccine success story. Having inoculated a majority of its adult population, Israel has now rescinded its outdoor mask mandate. Last September 2020, they had also reopened schools. Though masks are still required in indoor settings, people have also been seen gathering outdoors in large numbers. Even in the state's official Instagram account, a large group of people have been spotted relaxing enviably together along the pristine shores of Tel Aviv's beaches.