Do you love to travel and explore the unknown but don’t know how to prepare for a journey in these COVID infections? If yes, don’t worry, here I will be discussing the best 11 steps to prepare for travel 2021.
2020 might be a harsh year for you as there was a lockdown in the whole country due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But fortunately, 2021 brought us a light of hope as vaccines. Also, the lockdown has ended. Now, the pandemic is still going but due to the vaccines, people can be safer now and that means there will be more opportunity for travellers to explore different places without the fear of being infected.
In India, there is no lack of travel destination thanks to the vast land with a variety of culture and natural beauty. For example, alone north India has more than 1500 travelling destination.
Now if you don’t have much travelling experience you might start preparing early or your travel experience might be affected. What preparation do you ask? Here are the best 11 steps to prepare for travel in 2021.
Top 11 Most Important Steps to Prepare for Travel in 2021
- Get Vaccinated and Pack Other Essentials:
Yes, before anything, get vaccinated if you did not get jabs before. All people over 45 are already getting vaccinated during the first phase vaccination drive in India. From May 1st, all people above 18 shall be able to get vaccinated from government or private hospitals. So, if you are not vaccinated, get a jab of COVAXIN (or any other vaccine) and then proceed for the trip.
Also, don’t forget to include extra masks and sanitisers. I am emphasizing safety because I don’t want any of you to get infected by this virus for the sake of travelling.
- Decide Your Destination
Now, get to the real planning. Choosing the travel destinations. There are literally thousands of good travelling destination or visiting sites. You can’t possibly visit all of them at once unless you are planning a yearlong journey. Check what countries allow free visa for your Passport.
So, be specific about which places or states you want to visit. I recommend research a little more and get information about the popularity, weather, costs etc. of the place.
- Decide If You Want to Travel Solo or in a Group
This is also a considerable point. Your travel experience will majorly differ on the fact that if you are travelling solo or in a group.
Now, solo travelling has its own benefits like more freedom and flexibility but being in a group can multiply the joy. In that case, you have to plan the activities according to members.
- Time Limit of Your Trip
Get an approximate guess of how much time it will take to visit all the destinations in your plan as it will directly determine how much cost the trip have.
Generally, one month is a good time limit but if you are an office worker and just want to visit some interesting places with your family, 1 week is good.
- Calculate Estimated Cost of the Travel
This is the most vital part. Calculate the estimated cost for the trip, including flight costs, hotel costs, travelling eating expenses with some emergency cash. Make sure you have net banking or UPI access for online payments.
Try to use a no-fee ATM card to avoid unnecessary withdrawal charges.
- Apply for a Travels Rewards Credit Card
Applying for a travels rewards credit card might be a good idea here. Many companies offer a sign in and welcome bonus of more than 50,000. You get more points after travelling to different places and expending using the card.
Once you reached the minimum threshold, you can redeem your points and get free flights around the world. This will save you lots of money.
- Book Your Flight
Now, you have to book flight tickets. You can book the tickets ahead of time online just in case. You can also check for last-minute offers. You can find the tickets in a lot lower price range.
- Book a Hotel or Accommodation
Booking a good hotel or accommodation in the place where you travelling is important. Make an online booking through a valid site or apps. You can compare between hotels for getting a better price.
Remember, the hotel you choose should not be too far away from the visiting sites as it will increase the travelling costs.
- Schedule Your Plans and Activities
You have to plan the activities you are going to do after you reach the place. Whether it is site seeing, shopping, going to an amusement park or just enjoying the view from your hotel room, you have to plan your whole schedule as there is limited time.
- Pack Your Stuff
Now, you are almost prepared to head out but you can’t go out without any bag pack, can you? So, start packing your stuff. Make sure to take extra towels, water bottles, your documents, some medicines, cash as some places might not accept online payment, soap, toothbrush, etc.
- Enjoy the Trip
Well, you are totally prepared to head out now to explore the vast world. Have fun, take many pictures, make new friends, explore different cultures, create memories. In short, enjoy the trip.
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