The World Health Organization announced the Corona Virus as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern on the 30th of January 2020 and a pandemic on the 11th of March 2020. Following this announcement and a series of lock downs imposed by most countries around the World, traveling has changed drastically. For a lot of people, traveling has become more stressful with different Covid19 related rules made by different countries, however, majority of those rules have been dissolved. But, since we are still living in unpredictable times, here are 5 travel tips that will be helpful in 2022.
- Research about the country you are visiting: Getting vital information about the location you intend to go to should be the first step. These days’ people are not allowed to enter some countries if they do not have the required Covid19 documentation. It is advisable to contact your travel agent or get the information about which tests or documents are mandatory for you to do or get from their official government websites. You can also ask questions in some Facebook travel groups; however, they might not be completely reliable.
- Plan in advance: Recently, some embassies would not even grant you visas if you do not have a flight ticket and hotel booked. Even if it is just a day you plan to travel, make sure you book early, look for the hotels in the area, check out the ratings and reviews, always avoid expensive hotels and resorts, read about possible weather conditions, consult your travel agent about possible tourist centers and cheap flight tickets, and always remember to be flexible in your planning.
- Take an extra Credit or ATM Card: No matter the level of planning, some situations cannot be avoided. If your card gets frozen, stolen, or stuck in the ATM, not having an alternative means to access your money can be a very messy situation. This is why it is advisable to carry a spare card that you keep separate from your wallet, it might also be necessary to carry a spare Sim card with you.
- Build Connections – New and Old: When you leave the routine and embark on a travel adventure, you’re not only creating opportunities to connect in meaningful ways with the loved ones who accompany you on the journey, you’re also opening yourself up to meeting new people who likely share your same passions for new horizons, new experiences, and new perspectives. The bonds we strengthen and the friendships we begin while traveling are so often some of the most memorable and impactful of our lives. Keep this in mind when choosing where you want to go and whom you want to travel with in 2022.
- Be safety Conscious Always: The last and the most important tip for traveling in 2022 is to stay safe. We all have enough of this situation and could quickly get too relaxed with taking necessary precautions while on holiday. So, be sure to follow the guidelines for being safe, wear your face mask, wash your hands and avoid crowds, keep your distance. And, well, don’t forget to enjoy and have fun during your 2022 travels.
