Traveling during the Covid-19 era was a very different and new experience than what we were all used to. As part of the precaution against the virus, there are additional measures such as testing and mandatory quarantine. It is important for travelers to be regularly updated with the latest COVID-restriction updates to ensure a safe journey. Here are some tips to help you get through these difficult times.
1. Know the Covid-19 ratio at your destination
Even if you have already been vaccinated, it is still important to assess COVID-19 levels in the area and country you are traveling to. If these are present at high levels, this puts you at a higher risk of contracting COVID-19. But while you may be protected from the virus, your friends and family may not.
2. Know the restrictions
While you are at your destination, there are local restrictions for activities that may vary from place to place. This ranges from whether you should wear a mask to whether local bars and restaurants are open.
3. Plan tests in advance
There is still a lot of confusion about what tests are required to navigate the destination. This may vary depending on whether they accept passengers who have been vaccinated, or whether the flight test requires PCR or an antibody fit. To find the Covid-19 test positive rate and test requirements in an area, visit the website of its local Department of Public Health. This allows you to plan your Covid tests in advance, minimize anxiety, and save on last-minute tests.
4. Be safe when flying
Because of the way air is filtered and circulated in aircraft, the Covid-19 virus does not spread easily during flights. However, as it is difficult to socialize distance from crowded flights, it is important to limit contact and face masks when flying and during boarding and disembarking. Instead of using traditional boarding licenses or handing them over to staff for inspection, choose an electronic or mobile license that you can display on your scanner.
5. Select Safe Activities
Enclosed spaces, such as indoor bars or restaurants, maybe legal in any destination you visit. But they also have a significantly higher risk of contracting Covid-19. To do this, you must wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds before entering and exiting any place.