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SAFE TRAVELS 2021
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YES, Martha’s Vineyard is open year-round!
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Updated March 18th, 2021
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While there are lots of ferry options May-October, the ONLY year-round ferry service and the ONLY service that carries cars, motorcycles and trucks is the Steamship Authority. The Steamship Authority operates ALL day, EVERY day from Woods Hole on Cape Cod to Martha's Vineyard. The trip between Woods Hole and Martha’s Vineyard takes 45 minutes and bicycles and pets are welcome.
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You are able to walk onto any of the Steamship Authority ferries without a reservation, however you must have an advanced reservation to bring a car, truck, motorcycle or RV. Many lodging, shops and restaurants are open through the December holidays, and of course our beautiful beaches, golf, fishing, biking, hiking and more are all open and ready to be enjoyed.
Face Coverings Executive Order: A face covering is required in any public space, regardless of distancing. |
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- Persons Who Have Been Completely Vaccinated for COVID-19: Individuals who have received two doses of either the Moderna or Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines OR who have received a single dose of the Janssen vaccine, more than 14 days ago and who do not have symptoms, do not need to obtain a negative test prior to traveling to, or quarantine upon arrival to, Massachusetts. COVID-19 vaccinated individuals arriving in Massachusetts must have documentation of their vaccination(s), including the date(s) of administration, available if asked. This exception does not include COVID-19-recovered individuals who have symptoms of COVID-19, who must follow all testing and quarantine guidance outlined in the travel rules. Find additional information at www.mass.gov/matraveler
Effective March 22nd, subject to public health data, the Commonwealth will move into Phase 4, Step 1:
Updated guidance can be found at www.mass.gov/reopening.
- Indoor and outdoor stadiums, arenas and ballparks will reopen with a 12% capacity limit:
- A large venue is defined as a having a capacity of 5,000 or more
- Venues with capacity under 5,000 are subject to the Indoor and Outdoor Performance Venue guidance
- Large venues will be required to submit a safety plan to the Department of Public Health
- Overnight Camps will be allowed to open for Summer 2021
- Exhibition and Convention Halls may reopen, subject to gathering limits and event rules
- Dance floors may open at weddings and events only
- All other Phase 4 industries will not be able to open until a future reopening step. Those include:
- Road races, street festivals, and parades, and fairs
- Amusement parks, theme parks, outdoor water parks
- Indoor water parks and indoor/outdoor ball pits
- Saunas, hot-tubs, steam rooms at fitness centers, health clubs, and other facilities
- Beer gardens/ breweries/ wineries/ distilleries
- Bars, dance clubs, and nightclubs—venues offering entertainment, beverages, or dancing and not providing seated food service
Updated guidance can be found at www.mass.gov/reopening.
Massachusetts Travel Order
Effective Monday, March 22, the Massachusetts Travel Order will be replaced with a Travel Advisory.
The new travel advisory will urge all persons entering Massachusetts, including returning residents, are advised to quarantine for 10 days upon their arrival if they have been out of the state for 24 hours or more.
The advisory does not apply to anyone in the following categories:
Travelers are additionally encouraged to consult and follow the CDC’s guidelines and requirements for travel.
Continue to monitor updated information on Mass.gov/reopening
The new travel advisory will urge all persons entering Massachusetts, including returning residents, are advised to quarantine for 10 days upon their arrival if they have been out of the state for 24 hours or more.
The advisory does not apply to anyone in the following categories:
- Anyone who is returning to Massachusetts after an absence of fewer than 24 hours.
- Travelers who have a negative COVID-19 test result that has been administered up to 72 hours prior to their arrival in Massachusetts.
- Workers who enter Massachusetts to perform critical infrastructure functions (as specified by the Federal Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency) while they are commuting to or from or while at work.
- Travelers who are fully vaccinated (i.e. who have received two doses of either the Moderna or Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines OR who have received a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, 14 days or more ago and who do not have symptoms).
Travelers are additionally encouraged to consult and follow the CDC’s guidelines and requirements for travel.
Continue to monitor updated information on Mass.gov/reopening
