Omicron is everywhere right now. It’s currently responsible for about 40% of COVID cases in the UK.
Unsurprisingly, there were quite a few people on my Dubai to Auckland flight (almost 10%) who tested positive for COVID following their arrival.
Given New Zealand currently has an excellent grip COVID’s spread in the community, it’s understandably taking extra precautions to prevent the spread of omicron; at least until more is known about this variant.
That means I’ll be spending an additional 3 days here in hotel isolation.
The good news is I’ll be getting out on Christmas morning, so I’ll still be able to celebrate with my family, and I won’t have to do any further home isolation after my release.
Wherever you are right now, I hope you’re staying safe, and are able to be with those you love over this Christmas and New Year break.