Planning a trip isnt just about getting awayvacation anticipation is an importantform of self-care.
Here are some important things to consider when making your hopeful 2021 vacation plans.
Keep travel restrictions in mind
The entire U.S. is currently listed ashigh-riskarea for contracting COVID-19.
Because of this, only a select number of countries are accepting American touristsCNN hascompiled a list.
Some restrictions are stricter than others.
For example, Barbados previously opened its doors to Americans looking to work from home in a tropical locale.
Itstravel regulationsmandate U.S. visitors stay at a government-approved hotel or resort and wear an electronic tracking bracelet.
The Barbadian government also requires extensive testing that may hinder your ability to leave your hotel at all.
If youre returning from theU.S.
In addition, plan to be tested within 72 hours of your flight.
Most importantly, have a contingency plan.
Despite the dangers, my family and I scheduled a trip to the Caribbean last summer.
We planned ahead, knew the flight return policies, and chose an Airbnb with a lenient cancellation policy.
Our careful planning ensured we were still able to enjoy some time away, despite the last-minute upheaval.
If you do need to cancel, you will still have a vacation to look forward to.
