COVID Travel: what you need to know

While most of the countries have hardened their COVID travel restrictions due to the rise in cases related to the winter holiday season, the vaccination efforts and contention plans developed around the world allow people who needs to travel to do it in the safest way possible.
When traveling, we must follow regulations as well as the recommendations issued by both local and international healthcare organisms, in order to get our travel plans well-scheduled.

• State, local, and territorial governments may have travel restrictions in place, such as testing requirements, visitors insurance, stay-at-home orders, and quarantine time required upon arrival. Get proper information from the health department where of the place you are heading to, along with your route, and your destination. Prepare to be flexible during your trip as restrictions and policies may change during your travel. Follow all state, local, and territorial travel restrictions.
• Get vaccinated if you are already eligible, and wait -if possible- at least 2 weeks after your second vaccine dose in order to let your body build the protection you need.
• Take extra supplies for masks and hand sanitizer with you.
• Get a COVID-19 test around 1-3 days before your departure, and take a copy of your test results with, DO NOT TRAVEL under any circumstances if you are tested positive.
• Avoid any contact with whomever is sick.
• Hire a COVID travel medical insurance plan. Confirm the insurance company you are hiring covers issues as hospital fees, medical care and transportation. If you are traveling outside your country, consider many countries are experiencing a saturation of their health care facilities.

• Arrive early to the airport, so you will be able to choose a time when the security lines are less crowded.
• Maintain a safe space of 6 ft (2 meters) away from other passengers during waiting and boarding process.
• Always wear your mask. Whether you use surgical, N95 or cloth masks, it is crucial to always wear it. Avoid eating or drinking during the flight waiting period.
• Take your time to board, so you will be helping the flight crew to prevent crowded aisles, reducing risks.
• Viruses and other germs do not spread easily on flights because of the airplane’s ventilation system. However, social distancing is difficult on crowded flights. If you are taking a short flight, remain at your seat at all times and avoid the in-flight service.
• Once you have arrived at your destination, avoid ride sharing and public transportation, since both activities increase the risk of being exposed to the virus.

Bus and train stations, are places travelers can be exposed to the virus in the air and on surfaces. These are also places where it can be hard to social distance. In general, the longer you are around a person with COVID-19, the more likely you are to get infected.

• Since these 2 ways of transportation involve being in crowded terminals and being within the 6-foot range of other people, cautions must be taken at any moment. Visit the CDC website and learn how you can protect yourself while taking public transportation.
• Avoid touching any surfaces. If you need to do it, wash your hands for at least 20 seconds or use a solution containing no less than 60% alcohol.
• Now more than ever, private transportation services have become a great option that allows you to reduce the contact with other people.

• Avoid gas, food or bathroom stops as possible. If these are necessary, wash your hands and sanitize any objects that are in touch with the surroundings.
• It is important to sanitize the vehicle prior to the trip, and after it was concluded.
• Most long distance ride services follow sanitization protocols for its customers, in order to avoid any risks for their passengers.

• Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds after using the bathroom and after you have been in a public place.
• If soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry. When traveling internationally, keep in mind that all air passengers coming to the United States, including U.S. citizens, are required to have a negative COVID-19 test result or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before they board a flight to the United States.

You and any travel companion represent a risk for family, friends and community, so the following actions must be performed after your arrival.

• Get a COVID test between 3-5 days after your arrival.
• Even if you test negative, stay home for at least 7 days.
• If you test positive, isolate immediately
• If you’re not able to get tested, stay home for at least 10 days after your arrival.
• Avoid any contact with people with medical condition that may increase his risk for the next 14 days.
• If there are people at home who did not travel with you, wear a mask and ask everyone to wear masks in shared spaces inside your home for 14 days after travel.

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