In Steamboat:

Steamboat Medical Group – 970.879.0203
(offices next to Ski Haus on Pine Grove Rd; they bill most insurance so it’s usually free, or $150 cash pay – we recommend the Rapid Antigen Test for travel)

NOTE: UCHealth is no longer offering rapid tests at the hospital — they are only offering standard PCR tests (with a 2-3 day result time, no good for travel, sadly).

In Denver:

Near Denver Airport: HazTech Testing – 4890 Chambers Rd. Denver, CO 80239 (15 mins from terminal). $150.
Make Appointment Online

Inside Denver Int’l Airport Terminal: XpresCheck – Terminal B (high cost for instant tests, not recommended)
Make Appointment Online

Order Your Own: $69 for two tests, including shipping

NOTE: These are not the same as the similar-looking home tests for sale in Walgreens; tests from eMed and Optum include the monitoring and lab results needed for travel.

Do I really need to get a test before traveling?

It may not be required by your connecting airport, but it’s a really good idea considering how quickly requirements can change. That’s why we’re highly recommending it on your outbound trip, as well as required for return into the United States. SASS will assist you with obtaining a test in Spain before travel to comply with the latest 1-day requirements.

Antigen vs. PCR for Travel

For travel purposes* SASS suggests a Rapid Antigen Test (within 24 hours before traveling) as the easiest and most cost-effective way to meet the newest evolving COVID19 testing requirements.

These rapid tests adapt well to the new ‘1-Day Rule’ for returning to the U.S. while voluntarily meeting the standard for those connecting in Belgium and the Netherlands (even though it may not be required). Germany does not currently require a test for any transit passengers, but both PCR and antigen tests would be accepted, if they did. More info on connections below.

Because most PCR tests in the U.S. take 48-72 hours to obtain results (or the test cost is extremely high, up to $350 for Xprescheck airport labs)… it makes them a less-practical tool for travel. But, if your provider offers this option and can offer a ‘within 24 hours’ result, you can certainly consider it.

Returning to the U.S.

Currently, a test within 24 hours of travel is required to re-enter (return to) the United States. We will meet this requirement with an eMed test, students will receive more details once they’re at the conclusion of their trip.

*Always talk to your doctor about COVID19 tests for medical needs. This is not medical advice, it only applies to testing for specific travel requirements.

ANDORRA:

Hotel Santa Bàrbara de la Vall D’Ordino
Carrer Major, 1, AD300 Ordino, Andorra

SPAIN:

Hotel Continental – Barcelona
La Rambla 138, Barcelona, Cataluña, 08003

THE SPAIN HEALTH FORM (Required for Everyone). You can register and fill out the first two steps early; the remaining steps must be completed during the 48 hours before travel.

https://www.spth.gob.es/create

IMPORTANT NOTE: We are not ‘in transit’ (because spend two nights in Barcelona, and leave the airport to get to Andorra). To register, you will need to know the address of Hotel in Spain:

Hotel Continental – La Rambla 138, Barcelona, Cataluña, 08003

Here are the steps / screen shots to filling out the form – click for full size:

DO NOT CHECK “FINAL DESTINATION IS NOT SPAIN” BOX.

YES. The Johnson & Johnson (called Janssen in most of Europe) single-shot vaccine is accepted in Spain and across the EU for entry. Spain’s Ministry of Health states “Any vaccine authorised by the European Union (European Medicines Agency, EMA) and WHO will be accepted” which includes the J&J single-shot.

REMINDER: Forward your flight itinerary to flights@sassglobaltravel.com

+ COVID19 Vaccination Certificate & Rapid COVID19 Test Result (don’t open and take it until the day of departure!)

Frankfurt connections do not require a negative test however we still recommend one in case the rules change. Currently: “Passengers who only change planes at Frankfurt Airport do not have to comply with the provisions of the Coronavirus Entry Regulation […] requirements for mandatory testing or providing proof of vaccination, quarantine regulations and travel bans from countries affected by coronavirus variants do not apply.”

Sources:

Frankfurt Airport Website: https://www.frankfurt-airport.com/en/faqs/overview-faqs/faq-coronavirus.html (Question: Do I need a test if I am only transferring?)

German Embassy to the US: https://www.germany.info/us-en/covid-19/2321562?openAccordionId=item-2468856-0-panel

Brussels may require a test and may require a Passenger Locator Form depending on the risk rating that week (determined by info on the form). So, we absolutely recommend that all connections in Brussels get a COVID test ahead of time and fill out the form:

Form: https://travel.info-coronavirus.be/

More Information / Sources:

https://www.brusselsairport.be/en/passengers/your-travel-planner/connections

https://unitedstates.diplomatie.belgium.be/en/coronavirus-covid-19

We highly recommend a COVID19 test before connecting in Amsterdam. Although their website states that it does not require a test if you “continue your journey within 24 hours and if you do not leave the airport” (currently) for the U.S… it cites lots of conditions, stating: “You may have to show a negative COVID-19 test result if you change planes. This depends on your situation.”

To be on the safe side, get a rapid COVID19 test before connecting there.

Sources:

https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/visiting-the-netherlands-from-abroad/mandatory-negative-test-results-and-declaration/rules-when-changing-planes

REMINDER: Forward your flight itinerary to flights@sassglobaltravel.com

Spain does not currently require a COVID19 test for US Citizens, only the completed health form (see above) with proof of vaccination. Note, the U.S. is not considered ‘HIGH RISK’ … we are ‘AT RISK’ (note the difference) in their latest listing, as of December 6. But, considering their risk ratings change on a weekly basis, we still recommend getting a COVID19 test prior to entry to be on the safe side.

Sources: https://www.mscbs.gob.es/en/profesionales/saludPublica/ccayes/alertasActual/nCov/spth.htm