Plan a COVID-Safe Vacation

COVID remains a part of everyday life. You may find that safe vacationing presents its own set of challenges. Wondering if there is a better way to vacation and feel safe? As you make plans for a winter getaway, consider these tips:

Book locations with stringent COVID policies

Look for properties implementing wide-reaching cleaning protocols. They should proudly advertise their policies which should include rigorous cleanings, mandating social distancing rules, and providing contact-free transactions.

Reading comments left by reviewers is another good resource. Are there any notes about staff members following their own rules about wearing a mask, distancing, and disinfecting?

Consider the luxury alternatives to traditional travel

These are the upgrades that provide for less crowding, which equals greater peace of mind.

• Book a public charter rather than a commercial flight: A step above commercial flights and just slightly below a private jet is a public charter. Public charter services help mitigate some of the risks of commercial air travel. Flights are capped to a few dozen passengers, and you’ll skip the airport terminal and instead board via a private hangar.
• Book a home rather than a hotel: Medical professionals generally consider private homes safer than hotels, as you can control the number of guests. Platforms like Airbnb have rolled out enhanced protocols that include rigorous cleaning standards.
• Book a chartered yacht rather than a cruise: A private yacht charter combines the best an exclusive resort and a small cruise ship have to offer, all in one package. You also benefit from a higher level of personalized service. Often included are amenities and water sports to enjoy at will, and a tender to take you ashore whenever you please.
• Book a luxury RV rather than a shuttle service: RVs have come a long, long way. Luxury RVs can include high-end finishes and decor, spacious beds, sound systems, multiple televisions, a washer/dryer, an outdoor entertainment center, and plenty of storage.

If Fort Lauderdale is on your itinerary, be sure to contact me for recommendations!