How to Plan Your First Post-Pandemic Vacation
As a nation, as a corporation, and as individuals, we've been through a lot this year; most of us were quarantined and worked from home during the Pandemic. Having cabin fever means you're itching for a change of scenery and could use a vacation, which is why planning a getaway has never felt so liberating. Many people are experiencing extra stress when leaving the house for the first time in months. You need not be afraid to travel during covid if you are cautious enough.
Travel Safe: How to Avoid COVID While Traveling
- Safety Tips That You Must Follow to Steer Clear of COVID As Per WHO
- Prepare in advance.
- You should get vaccinated if you’re not vaccinated yet, also get a booster dose if eligible.
- Although you have been fully vaccinated, take precautions such as keeping at least a metre away from co-passengers, wearing a mask that covers your nose, mouth, and chin, covering your coughs and sneezes, and keeping your hands clean.
- While travelling, keep extra masks, alcohol-based hand sanitiser, and disinfectant wipes with you.
- You can increase ventilation in your car, bus, or other vehicles by opening windows.
- If you are travelling abroad, follow local, national, and international health and travel guidelines.
- If you are feeling unwell, avoid travelling.
A Safe Return
It's important to follow these safety tips if you have been exposed to COVID-19 or are experiencing any symptoms after returning home:
- Self-quarantine for at least five days
- After you return, get tested within 3-5 days
- Locate testing locations in your state
- All travellers should follow the guidelines above
Travel Responsibly
A new perspective on travel comes to the forefront as we venture back out into the world. Consider using zero-carbon footprint travel, going on environmentally-friendly, conservation-oriented trips, and visiting wildlife-protected areas.
Travellers who are responsible embrace indigenous people's experiences in the countries they visit, and countries are also embracing those who came first. For example, Queensland and the rest of Australia have invested in Aboriginal travel guides and cultural and artistic centres celebrating that ancient civilisation.
How to prevent yourself from Covid-19 while travelling
Since our vehicles are familiar to us and comfortable, we should embrace the road warrior approach to vacations. However, you should take some precautions before you hit the road in order to avoid riding in style with germs.
Make sure your vehicle is meticulously cleaned and disinfected. Wash your hands after touching high-touch surfaces and parts (windows, seat belts, steering wheels, door handles, controls, etc.). Have antibacterial wipes and hand sanitiser in the car so you can clean everything and passengers can do the same.