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Health advisors in the US are against the non-essential travels to other countries. However, many nations have reopened tourism, of course, tourists from the USA and countries where cases of coronavirus are still surging are not allowed to travel.
Just because can’t travel to other countries, doesn’t mean you can’t take weekend trips intercity during these COVID times. If that’s what you are planning to do this weekend (perhaps you want a staycation with family or your spouse), it’s safe as long as you follow precautions.
Here’s what you can do to protect your and your fam:
If you are committed to social distancing and wearing a facemask, it’s possible to mitigate COVID-19 risks. The safest trips are the ones where you avoid other people. Convince yourself that summer 2020 vacation is based on solitude.
The easiest way to keep away from other people is to avoid taking public transport. If you have your own car, drive to the destination directly without stopping. What if I don’t? Well, in that case, you can always borrow a friend’s car or rideshare. In both cases, make sure you wear gloves and face masks. It’s best to carry disinfecting wipes and spray with you. Before sitting in the ridesharing vehicle, disinfect the handle, the seats. Don’t sit on the passenger’s seat. Take the back seat. Make sure the windows are open for ventilation.
Ideally, choose a safer destination for a weekend trip, preferably the one close to home. Don’t mind running a Google search to find out the destination you haven’t been to before. You are sure to find rare spots that people hardly visit. The idea is to avoid being overcrowded. This travel is going to be different from traditional vacation so be prepared in advance.
Hotels have created new cleaning policies which include social distancing, contract-free transactions, limited dining, digital keys, etc. but people are still questioning that are hotel safe during COVID-19.
To stay safe, it’s best to stay in socially distant hotels that are far away from the hustle-bustle of the city. Make sure you check in advance that the hotel is implementing all procedures to keep the guests safe.
Doctors say private vacation homes are safer than hotels. The major advantage is that these private homes have fewer people.
You can always get away from home and embrace nature. Don’t want to choose a hotel or a private lodge? Say hello to outdoor camping. It’s the best way to avoid the crowd.
Choose the spot where you want to camp and pack all the camping gear into the car. Take this as an opportunity to get closer to nature.
Intercity travels are safe as long as you maintain social distancing norms, follow all the precautions, and wear a facemask.
According to experts, if you want to plan an international travel, the safest time is between March and May 2021. You may book for next year now and make sure you opt for refundable booking options.