Trips post COVID: Everything you need to know

All around the world, families and friends travel to see their loved ones during the holiday season. This year, things will have to be different due to COVID-19. To lessen the risk of transmitting or catching the virus, health and safety protocols must be followed to the T.

Travel blogger Cashier Myricks explains that stay-at-home orders and travel restrictions are implemented to keep communities safe from the virus. It is important to be wise during these times. Determine whether the trip is necessary or for recreation only. Skip trips if these require long hours on the road with multiple stops. Opt out of huge gatherings. Should one have no choice but to attend, be sure to wear personal protective equipment such as face mask and face shield. Keep a safe distance of 1.5 to 2 meters from another person and wash hands as often as one can.

Pick the safest mode of transportation. Physical distancing may be a challenge for modes like air travel and cruise. If possible, avoid these two. Check in with the family doctor if everyone joining the trip is up-to-date with their vaccinations. Choose places and routes that seldom get packed to prevent long lines and crowds.

Cashier Myricks suggests booking a room in establishments with management and staff that take health and safety protocols seriously. Be sure to check in with the management if their policies for cleaning and disinfection abide by the protocols set by international and local health authorities. Once settled in the room, open the windows to allow the air to circulate.