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Schwerin (dpa) - Despite the nationwide increase in the number of infections, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania's Prime Minister Manuela Schwesig (SPD) does not consider Easter holidays in the immediate vicinity to be ruled out.
"We should at least talk about whether there are options for a contact-free vacation in our own state," said Schwesig before the federal-state summit planned for Monday on how to proceed with the corona pandemic.
"Many people do not understand that there are opportunities for an Easter holiday on Mallorca, but not even a vacation home in their own state can be rented at home," said Schwesig in explanation.
The tourism industry had already made it clear that it also expects more extensive openings from hotels and guest houses.
The travel industry in Germany has been idle since November.
With the removal of Mallorca from the list of corona risk areas, among other things, it has been possible to vacation on the Mediterranean island again without quarantine and mandatory testing upon return for a week.
Schwesig expressed understanding for the impatience of hoteliers and restaurant operators.
“Many companies are reaching their limits in the catering and tourism sectors.
If opening is not possible in the short term, then there has to be additional support for these sectors in particular, ”warned the SPD politician.
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She also sees the development of the nationwide corona numbers with concern.
If the next steps in Germany are discussed on Monday, schools and daycare centers should continue to have top priority.
“We brought most of the children back to schools and daycare centers.
That is important for the children as well as for the parents, »said Schwesig.
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