Can I Go on Vacation During the New Normal? Here are 5 Tips to Stay Safe Amid the Covid-19 Pandemic

Kapanlagi.com - In the midst of Indonesian society fighting against the corona virus, the government finally implemented new normal where people must be able to make peace with the situation and of course live with the existing health protocols. With the implementation of the new normal, several business sectors have started to reopen, including the tourism sector.

Although it has been a long time since traveling and adhering to PSBB rules or self-quarantine at home, the new normal does not mean that we can be careless, but we still have to be cautious in maintaining our health from exposure to the corona virus.

Although the new normal will be implemented, there are several things that need to be considered because the covid-19 pandemic in Indonesia is still not completely over. One of them is by continuing to adhere to the health protocols set by the government. Here are some tips to stay safe in the midst of the corona virus pandemic.

1. Make Sure Your Body is in Good Condition When Traveling

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The main thing that is most important when deciding to travel outside the house is to make sure your body is in good condition when traveling. Don't let your body experience disturbances when traveling to tourist attractions. Especially those showing symptoms or signs of being infected with covid-19. Before going on vacation, it is better to check the readiness of your body condition first. This is to maintain safety and health together in the midst of a pandemic.

2. Bring Your Own Food and Drink

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When going on vacation, people usually buy various kinds of food sold in tourist areas. In the midst of the current corona virus pandemic, it is better to bring your own food from home. This is certainly to be cautious about personal health. Bringing your own food and drink is also very beneficial. Apart from being economical, the food and drink brought tends to be more hygienic when consumed.

3. Do Online Check-in

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Holiday activities certainly involve checking in for flight tickets, tourist tickets, hotels, and others. In situations like this, we are advised to avoid as much physical contact with others during the journey. Therefore, as an alternative, you can do it by checking in online.

4. Using Masks

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Another health protocol that needs to be done when on vacation is to always wear a mask. Masks are still a tool to protect yourself from exposure to the coronavirus. So, as much as possible, do not remove the mask when in public places or in crowds. Therefore, always use a mask when traveling or on vacation.

5. Frequently Wash Hands and Carry Hand Sanitizer

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One mandatory thing to do and bring during vacation is to frequently wash hands and always carry hand sanitizer. In every trip or at a vacation location, it is necessary to always get used to washing hands. Another thing to avoid is getting used to touching public facilities and always maintaining distance.

Those are some tips that you can apply when deciding to vacation in the midst of the new normal arrangement. Of course, it requires thorough preparation to continue vacation activities amid the pandemic. Therefore, always taking care of oneself during vacation is one of the things that should be considered.

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