Traveling in 2022

Planning to travel in 2022? Continue reading for safety tips to prepare yourself for travel. COVID-19 has shifted the state of traveling today. Despite the challenges, airlines have made it possible to travel as safely as possible.

Take these precautions before your next trip to ensure a safe experience:

1. Expect travel to not go smoothly 

The situation: During this time of the pandemic, traveling schedules have not been solidified. Expect flights to possibly be delayed or canceled. 

How to prepare for it: Be flexible with your travel budget. When you set aside enough for a hotel room and food, you won't have to worry about the extra expenses if your flight gets delayed or canceled. Another tip is to pack an extra set of clothing in your carry-on bag. If you end up having to stay an extra day, you'll have clean clothing to wear.  

2. Book directly with the airline or hotel of your choice

The situation: There are lots of online travel agencies offering discounted rates for airlines or hotels, but booking directly with an airline or a hotel will make traveling a little easier. If you book through an online travel agency, it may be difficult to contact them about your booking details.

How to prepare for it: Booking directly makes your travel plans much easier. If you have any issues or concerns, you'll be able to contact the airline or hotel directly. Your booking information will be stored directly in their system, making it easier to help you identify any problems if they occur. 

3. Pack extra masks, hand sanitizers, and disinfecting wipes in your carry-on bag.

The situation: Travel safely by packing extra hygenic supplies.

How to prepare for it: Travel safely and protect yourself from the spread of the pandemic by packing extra masks, hand sanitizers, and disinfecting wipes in your carry-on bag. With these items packed, you can wipe down your seats and tables on the plane and have clean hands wherever you go.

4. Book the first scheduled flight.

The situation: As the day goes by, flights may get delayed or canceled.

How to prepare for it: Early morning flights are less suceptible to encountering problems in cancellations or delays due to it being the first flight of the day. 

5. Take a test before traveling to know you're COVID-free.

The situation: COVID-19 spreads quickly. When traveling, it may be difficult to pinpoint where a person contracts COVID-19. Stay ahead of it by getting yourself tested before your trip begins.

How to prepare for it: It may be beneficial to know that before your trip starts, you've tested negative and you are COVID-free.

6. Research your destination's vaccine, quarantine, and testing regulations

The situation: Cities, states, and countries will have different regulations regarding vaccine, quarantine, and testing requirements. 

How to prepare for it: Researching your destination's regulations will let you know if you have to schedule a longer trip due to quarantine requirements or if you need to be fully-vaccinated to enter a facility, etc. 

We hope these tips help you when you plan your next trip in 2022. If you're planning to travel to Boise, Hotel 43 is ready for you! We hope you travel safely.