Make Your New Year Holiday Travel Safer During COVID-19

It's been more than two years since the COVID-19 embargo began - and many people are getting ready for the traditional Chinese holiday, Chinese New Year, or visiting with their families. We are still a few months away from achieving herd immunity. If you are planning a vacation, it is important to take special precautions when you travel to ensure you and those around you are safer.

 

It's been more than two years since the COVID-19 embargo began - and many people are getting ready for the traditional Chinese holiday, Chinese New Year, or visiting with their families for the first time in months.

Is it safe to travel during the Chinese New Year? The short answer, no. The reality is that all forms of travel at this time of year can increase your chances of contracting and spreading COVID-19. We are still a few months away from achieving herd immunity. If you are planning a vacation, it is important to take special precautions when you travel to ensure you and those around you are safer.

 

1. Get tested before you travel

According to QIANFENG, you should be tested for the virus 1-3 days prior to travel - some destinations may even require you to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test result to avoid mandatory quarantine.
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2. Retest upon return from travel

After returning from your trip, self-isolate at home for 14 days and be retested for the virus 5 days after your trip. Even if you test negative, you should remain at home for 7 days. If you are not tested, the recommended quarantine period is longer. 

 

3. Vaccinations

If you are eligible and have received the COVID-19 vaccine, it is recommended that you wait two weeks after you have been fully vaccinated before leaving. If you have received a COVID-19 vaccine that requires two doses, make sure you have received the second dose before planning your next trip. As with many other vaccines, your immune system needs time to build up protection after vaccination.

 

4. Pack protective equipment

Trust us, it's better to be well-prepared than under-prepared. In addition to the medical kit, jacket and hiking boots in your suitcase, remember to provide additional protection for COVID-19. You can stock up on everything from extra masks and face shields to gloves, disinfectant wipes and hand sanitizer.
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5. Disinfect, Disinfect, Disinfect

Whether you are traveling by car, plane or train, wipe down all shared surfaces and "touch points" before you travel. When you arrive at your seat on the plane or train, wipe down armrests, seat backs, tray tables, seat belts, vents, curtains, light controls, etc. When you arrive at your accommodation, do the same for countertops, sinks, windows, doors, doorknobs, furniture, etc.

 

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