CrazyJohnKerecz

This summer I have been on trains, in Maine, baseball games in Pittsburgh, and all sorts of little getaway!!!!

As you can see while in Maine I hit the beach and did the national park on bike and scooter!!!!

After the Covid-19 lockdowns, the world of travel underwent a significant transformation. As restrictions gradually lifted and people began to explore the idea of travel once again, several noticeable changes emerged in the way people approached and experienced their journeys.
* Health and Safety Measures: Health and safety became paramount. Airports, airlines, hotels, and tourist attractions implemented rigorous sanitation and hygiene protocols. Mask-wearing, temperature checks, hand sanitizers, and social distancing measures became common sights, reassuring travelers about their well-being.
* Digital Transformation: Technology played a crucial role in minimizing physical contact. Contactless check-ins, digital boarding passes, and touchless payment systems became the norm, reducing the need for face-to-face interactions.
* Domestic and Local Travel: Initially, many travelers preferred to explore their own countries or nearby regions. Domestic and local travel saw a surge, as people sought to satisfy their wanderlust while still staying within familiar borders.
* Sustainable and Responsible Tourism: The pandemic highlighted the environmental impact of travel. As a result, there was a greater emphasis on sustainable and responsible tourism practices. Travelers showed a heightened awareness of their carbon footprint and sought out eco-friendly accommodations and activities.
* Flexible Bookings: Travel plans became more flexible. Airlines and accommodations introduced more lenient cancellation and rescheduling policies to accommodate changing circumstances, giving travelers greater peace of mind.
* Off-the-Beaten-Path Exploration: With popular tourist destinations often being crowded, travelers began seeking out off-the-beaten-path destinations to avoid crowds and have unique experiences.
* Workations and Slow Travel: The rise of remote work led to the concept of “workations,” where people would travel while still fulfilling their work responsibilities. Slow travel gained popularity, allowing travelers to immerse themselves more deeply in local cultures and communities.

Video I shot at Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden:

https://youtu.be/EhXuYCm5Jgw

https://youtu.be/RpCdNYq1Cag

1. Charleston, South Carolina
2. Newport Beach, California
3. Santa Barbara, California
4. South Bend, Indiana
5. Sarasota, Florida
6. Savannah, Georgia
7. Temecula, California
8. Troy, Alabama
9. Wilmington, Delaware
10. Atlantic City, New Jersey

Many cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) have been reported in many states, and some areas are experiencing community spread of the disease. Crowded travel settings, like airports, may increase chances of getting COVID-19, if there are other travelers with coronavirus infection. There are several things you should consider when deciding whether it is safe for you to travel.

Things to consider before travel:

• Is COVID-19 spreading in the area where you’re going?
• Will you or your travel companion(s) be in close contact with others during your trip?
• Are you or your travel companion(s) more likely to get severe illness if you get COVID-19?
• Do you have a plan for taking time off from work or school, in case you are told to stay home for 14 days for self-monitoring or if you get sick with COVID-19?
• Do you live with someone who is older or has a serious, chronic medical condition?
• Is COVID-19 spreading where I live when I return from travel?

Depending on your unique circumstances, you may choose to delay or cancel your plans. If you do decide to travel, be sure to take steps to help prevent getting and spreading COVID-19 and other respiratory diseases during travel. For the most up-to-date COVID-19 travel information, visit CDC COVID-19 Travel page.