{"id":127282,"date":"2021-06-06T02:02:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-06T09:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dherbs.com\/?p=127282"},"modified":"2024-04-15T02:02:34","modified_gmt":"2024-04-15T09:02:34","slug":"8-summer-travel-tips-during-covid-19-times","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dherbs.com\/articles\/8-summer-travel-tips-during-covid-19-times\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Summer Travel Tips During COVID-19 Times"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Summer travel is returning after more than one year of quarantine. Most people are ready to escape their homes and travel to a new and exciting destination, be it the Grand Canyon or The Colosseum. Fortunately, many countries continue to open their boarders to U.S. citizens, and travel within the U.S. is getting easier. As more Americans continue to get COVID-19 vaccines, travel is a lot safer than it has been since the beginning of the pandemic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you are fully vaccinated, traveling isn\u2019t as big of a risk as it was pre-vaccination. Unfortunately, the vaccine is not an immunity shield that will protect you against everything you encounter. It\u2019s still your responsibility to take some precautions to keep yourself and others healthy and safe. The good news is that it\u2019s much safer to travel now<\/a> than it was before. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) stated that vaccinated individuals can safely travel within the United States<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you plan on traveling or getting away this summer, the following tips can keep you healthy<\/a>, safe, and happy. Enjoy the summer and wherever you visit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to a recent report, it\u2019s not a HIPAA violation for businesses or people to ask about your vaccination status. Travelers who are fully vaccinated may need to provide proof of vaccination. This applies for both domestic and international travels, but it will ultimately depend on your destination. Make sure to keep your vaccine card with you while you travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When you decide on a destination, it\u2019s important to consider the COVID-19 infection rate. Some places have higher numbers than others and some places have lower vaccination rates. It\u2019s very easy to look up the state\u2019s public health department\u2019s information online and assess the risk by looking at the color-coded map. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s tempting to toss your stash of sanitizer, but don\u2019t do it just yet, especially if you decide to travel over summer. Taking an airport shuttle, flying in an airplane, grabbing door handles or handrails at attractions you visit call for sanitation. You don\u2019t have to sanitize every ten minutes, but keeping clean hands<\/a> is one way to keep yourself safe. Make sure that sanitizers contain at least 60% alcohol. You can also wash your hands with soap and water when available. <\/p>\n\n\n\n There tends to be two types of travelers: those who want to sleep as much as possible, and those who want to do as much as possible. Health experts advise that you should not neglect sleep when you travel. Sleep deprivation<\/a> can lead to poor immune function and body recovery, which increases your chances of getting sick. If you plan on taking a road trip this summer, make sure to get that sleep. Driving while tired is just as dangerous as driving drunk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some countries, which recently opened borders to U.S. citizens, still require negative COVID-19 tests taken within 72 hours of departure. If you show up to an international departure without this test, they may not allow you to travel. Keep in mind that travelers arriving back to the U.S. from international destinations have to show a negative COVID-19 test. Always check travel restrictions or requirements for wherever you travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you normally stay in hostels, hotels or resorts when you travel, you may want to try something different. Limiting contact or interactions with others in those environments may be the perfect way to ease back in to safe travels. Consider booking a small apartment, guest house, or home as a safer and more private accommodation. There are many apps and sites that can help you book these stays. <\/p>\n\n\n\nBe Prepared To Prove Your Vaccination Status<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Assess COVID-19 Rates Where You\u2019re Going<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Keep That Sanitizer On Hand<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Don\u2019t Sacrifice Sleep<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Take Tests If Necessary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Consider Private Accommodations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Be Smart About Activities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n