Should You Travel During The Pandemic?

I know that the world may feel like it is ending due to COVID-19, but to some of us a world without travel really seems like its the end of the world. Not being able to see the sunset in Cabo San Lucas, to see my best friend in Southern California, or to travel and see my love in Bulgaria or take the vacations we planned has been heartbreaking. The isolation that many have felt during the past year cant compare with our resolve to get back to normal. I am not saying this is the time to travel the world, but if you have received both doses of the vaccine and two weeks have passed since you received your second vaccine, and you are in a low risk area and traveling to an area that is in Tier 3 or below, there is absolutely no reason that you can not travel if you are cautious.

What you need to know

I know that the world may feel like it is ending due to COVID-19, but to some of us a world without travel really seems like its the end of the world. Not being able to see the sunset in Cabo San Lucas, to see my best friend in Southern California, or to travel and see my love in Bulgaria or take the vacations we planned has been heartbreaking. The isolation that many have felt during the past year cant compare with our resolve to get back to normal. I am not saying this is teh time to travel the world, but if you have received both doses of the vaccine and two weeks have passed since you received your second vaccine, and you are in a low risk area and traveling to an area that is in Tier 3 or below, there is absolutely no reason to stay at home and see a little bit of the world!

Travel increases your chance of spreading and getting COVID-19. Delay travel and stay home to protect yourself and others from COVID-19, even if you are vaccinated.

If you must travel, take steps to protect yourself and others:

• If you are eligible, get fully vaccinated for COVID-19.
• Before you travel, get tested with a viral test 1-3 days before your trip.
• Wear a mask over your nose and mouth when in public.
• Avoid crowds and stay at least 6 feet/2 meters (about 2 arm lengths) from anyone who did not travel with you.
• Get tested 3-5 days after your trip and stay home and self-quarantine for a full 7 days after travel, even if your test is negative. If you don’t get tested, stay home and self-quarantine for 10 days after travel.
• Follow all state and local recommendations or requirements after travel.