How to Plan for Vacation Post Covid-19

                               

The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has altered the way we live, work, and travel. With

countries easing lockdowns and infection numbers slowing in some areas, people’s minds

are naturally turning towards the prospect of going on holiday again. While holiday travel is

largely discouraged at the moment, some countries are gradually opening back up to

tourists, which means a week in the sun might not be too far away.

If you’re wondering how to start planning for a potential vacation amid the new Covid-19

regulations, below are a few tips that may help.

Thoroughly Research Host and Destination Guidance

While it can be tempting to just hop on a plane and head over to the first country that opens

its borders to tourists, it is advisable that you do your research first. There are ongoing

regulations about quarantining new arriving passengers in some countries and these may

even apply in your home country. If you’re a resident of the US, check the Travel.State.Gov

website for information for traveling into and out of America. The Center for Disease Control

(CDC) also provides FAQs, travel recommendations by country, as well as information for

people traveling within and outside of the US.

Plan for the New Normal

Even as restrictions are lifted across the globe, travel won’t be what it used to be for quite

some time. Social distancing is likely to be enforced wherever you go, which means that

there will likely be queues at attractions, restaurants, and cafes at your destination. This

requires additional planning on behalf of the traveler, so if you are going on holiday, be sure

to consider the new restrictions before you map out your itinerary. You may need to alter

routes, avoid certain areas, or allow for additional time, depending on where you’re going.

Pack with Safety & Hygiene in Mind

If your destination is a sunny one, be sure to include extra hand sanitizers, face masks, and

other precautionary items along with your suntan oil. This might even include additional

articles of clothing. If your budget is stretched, Old Navy coupons could get you some good

deals on last-minute holiday items.

Remember, being a tourist doesn’t mean leaving your Covid-19 hat at home. It requires that

you ensure you have everything you need to adhere to social distancing guidelines. If you

don’t, you could end up getting fined or banned from certain areas. Again, research the

distancing regulations of your chosen destination. It could mean the difference between the

vacation of a lifetime and one you’d like to forget!

Have a Contingency Plan

Due to the uncertainty of the pandemic and the changing regulations of each country, state,

and region, it is good to have a contingency plan in case something goes wrong. So much

can happen in the current climate that it is best to have a plan B if something closes down or

you are redirected elsewhere. Make sure you have budgeted or set aside extra funds for

your contingency plan and research all means necessary.

If you are planning a holiday in the not so distant future, follow the above-mentioned tips.

They may prove helpful while you plan and will allow you to have a vacation that is free of

stress and full of sun and adventure.