The Brexit saga – a series of events that have been more dramatic than an episode of EastEnders, has finally concluded. Or has it? The dreaded yet anticipated domino effect is still unfolding, and this time, it might just affect your globetrotting dreams. Yes, the thrill of spontaneous travel may soon be a thing of the past for UK citizens. Why, you ask? Brexit just waved its magic wand and presto, access to over 120 countries may soon evaporate into thin air!To put it into perspective, the UK is like a kid who has just left a sweet shop, only to realise the chocolate bars they took for granted are now off-limits. In the world of travel, the sweet shop equates to the EU, and the chocolate bars? Those are 120 countries that may soon be out of reach.
Firstly, the delectable passport – a traveller's ticket to the world – might not be as powerful as before. Remember the vital advisory from UK authorities warning holidaymakers to verify the validity of their passports? It turns out, dozens of countries require visitors to have a minimum of six months left on their passport's validity. So, even if your passport hasn't officially expired, you could still face the dreaded refusal for entry upon arrival.
Secondly, there's the issue of visas. Before Brexit, UK citizens could pack their bags and jet off to most EU countries without a second thought. Now, they may need to plan weeks, or even months in advance to sort out the necessary paperwork.
Jill, a travel enthusiast from London, makes light of the situation. "I've always wanted to teach English in Asia," she laughs. "Maybe now's the perfect time to do it. I hear the food's amazing and the people are welcoming. Plus, there are some fantastic cities to work in." She's referring to the likes of Ho Chi Minh City, Beijing, and Tokyo, which according to [TEFL Jobs Asia](https://tefljobs.asia), are among the 5 best cities to teach English in Asia.
On the flip side, Steve, a businessman from Manchester, is less than thrilled. "It's a bureaucratic nightmare," he grumbles. "I regularly travel to Europe for work, now I have to deal with all this red tape."
To sum it all up, the Brexit rollercoaster ride isn't quite over yet. The UK has stepped out of the EU's candy store, and now it has to figure out how to satisfy its sweet tooth elsewhere. But hey, let's not lose hope. After all, necessity is the mother of invention. Who knows, maybe this will open up new travel opportunities that were previously overlooked? So, pack your bags, check your passports, and embrace the adventure. The world is still your oyster, even if it does have a few more hurdles.
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