After over a year of life stuck at home without a change of venue or being able to see people in person, you are probably eager to get back on the road to see new sights and reconnect with family members, friends, and clients that you haven’t seen in a while.  Now that everything is starting to re-open, we have some travel tips and ideas to help you stay safe on that vacation or business trip. 

Keep it Clean 

Keeping your hands, personal items, and surroundings clean doesn’t become any less important because the risk of contracting COVID has been reduced.  Think of all the germs, colds, and flus that you have avoided while socially distancing due to the pandemic for the last year.  While undoubtedly COVID is more severe, these everyday bugs can also slow you down and make you lose your new-found momentum.  Keep germs at bay by continuing to use the sanitizer, UV cleaners, anti-microbial products, and all the other awesome cleaning and sanitizing products made popular in the last year.  They aren’t just for when you are out and about, but also a great solution for unfamiliar hotel rooms and vacation rentals. 

We Have You Covered 

While in many places, regulations on mandatory masking and other PPE have relaxed a bit, for settings in which masks, face shields, and other types of protective equipment are still required, ABC will continue to have you covered.  These will be especially important in close quarters, like airplanes, where masks are still mandatory.  When traveling abroad, it is also important to keep in mind that many countries still have more stringent restrictions than the US in place. 

Be Organized 

Staying organized is the best way to ensure you know where everything is, you don’t forget anything, and that what you need is easily accessible.  Consider keeping essential items like masks and sanitizer in a small pouch that you can easily access without going through everything else in your bag.  Keeping your passport, vaccination record, test results, or other travel documents in an organizer that you can easily wipe clean. Expert travelers recommend that if you are traveling with any food or snacks, you keep them in a separate clear bag so that it doesn’t need to be opened at TSA and other screening checkpoints.  Packing in travel pods and packing systems also helps you only come into contact with the items that you need and keeps everything else clean and germ-free. 

Stay Busy 

Many locations worldwide are still requiring travelers to quarantine when they arrive, and in many parts of the US, citizens are required to quarantine when they return. The good news is that we have a curated list of packable items that travel well to keep you entertained.  From coloring books and sketch pads to give you an artistic outlet, to puzzles and games that keep your brain engaged and active.  We also have tools to keep you productive when away from the office or home.  For ideas to help bust the boredom of isolation or keep you productive, check out the Stay Busy link above.  

For more information about travel restrictions, check out the CDC website or the website of the local health department for your destination.  For ideas on how to make the most of your post-pandemic travels, check out the links above or reach out today for a consultation. Remember, if you can Imagine a travel plan, we can Create the swag to help you get there and Engage your audience.