Many people cannot afford to stay home during the lockdown. Others want to go their home away from home to stay inside. Such is the case of many traveling to Cabo San Lucas and using Los Cabos shuttle. At Airport Baja Transfers, we have put together 5 steps to stay safe when you travel. The following recommendations are consistent with the information available from the World Health Organization (WHO), the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) of the U.S., as well as suggestions from experts.
1. Planning and preparing for your trip
Before you travel, try to read about the precautions you should take to stay safe and informed. Patrick Hardy, CEO of an American disaster management firm, gives this suggestion: “Do some research in order to know what the pandemic plan is of the place you’re going to stay, in that way you be able to know the types of precautions that they are taking.” What makes it easier is that many destinations are posting these plans on their websites or sending them via email. If you are not able to see it, just ask. Los Cabos shuttle will be happy to provide you this information.
The same expert also recommends creating an evacuation plan, especially if you are older than 60, have a disease such as diabetes, high blood pressure or heart disease, or have a compromised immune system. Plan the places you need to go and how you will get there if there are sudden closures or evacuations. In case you need to take prescribed medication, make sure that you have an ample supply, if you are quarantined. There are different apps to help people get organized quickly in this type of situation. If you need to go to the doctor or hospital, know which are your best options. Cabo San Lucas has top of the world hospitals and doctors. We recommend you hire private transportation Cabo San Lucas to go these and other places safely.
2. When you are on the move
Even though we hear this is frequently, we cannot stress enough the recommendations of washing our hands often for at least 20 seconds or using a hand sanitizer that contains 60–95% alcohol. Also, avoid touching your face or meeting persons who are sick. Dr. Jeanne Breen, who is an infectious-diseases physician, and a researcher in the Yale-New Haven Hospital, says this: “Any bar or liquid/gel soap is fine to wash our hands with. Some would only use antibacterial soap, but it’s not necessary; it should even be avoided because of the concerns about the development of resistance to bacteria”. Another recommendation she gives is cleaning our hands after blowing your nose, or coughing or sneezing, after using the bathroom, and after touching high-touch surfaces like door handles and public-transportation surfaces. Washing them also before, during, and after handling food, is now even more critical.
Hardy, who’s also a certified emergency manager from FEMA, suggests keeping the essential supplies on hand. We should always carry on us our own antimicrobial products, such as Lysol or Clorox and soap. He adds: “You wouldn’t want to be at the mercy of hoping other people have supplies for you.” You can also use the antimicrobial product you keep with you to wipe down everything from the light switches at a hotel to your armrest and tray tables on an airplane, bus, or train. Everything you’re likely to touch. Of course, this includes our cellphones, which some say has more bacteria than the handle of the toilet.
3. If you find yourself in small or crowded places
Another recommendation is avoiding crowded spaces. If you cannot avoid using public transportation, try to sit at least 6 feet away from other people whenever possible. Cabo transfers provide an excellent alternative since it could be your private means of transportation.
It’s very likely to be in line and can’t create a 6-foot space between yourself and others. Therefore, Hardy suggests that in order to not be right up against someone, you should stand staggered. If you have a jacket or coat on, you can put the hood up. Don’t touch any of the line barriers, ropes, or stanchions.
When we are traveling, it’s essential to buy food and other necessities, remember to disinfect your credit card frequently, since, waiters, airline staffers, hotel workers, and many others meet it. Another useful suggestion is to wear disposable gloves for transactions like that and for pushing buttons on elevators, for example.
If you buy a pack of gloves, it will allow you to have plenty for your trip and save some for your return home.
Will you be driving a car? Another advice is to wipe down the pump handle when you fill up at the gas station, just like you do with other high-touched surfaces. However, you can save this specific time and resources if you get Los Cabos shuttle.
4. Route on the plane
The author of the book “Cough Cures, Dr. Gustavo Ferrer, who is also a pulmonologist says that airplane cabins recirculating air system can dry out the nasal passages, creating thick mucus that favors the development of viral infections. Therefore, you should rinse your nose with saline/xylitol to decrease the adherence of bacteria, viruses, and irritants to your mucous membrane.
Another tip to help with that effect is to drink plenty of water to prevent dry mucosal membranes. Try to keep with you your own bottle and refill it as many times as possible during the day.
5. During your stay
It’s recommended that as soon as you arrive, you should clean all the common surfaces in your hotel room or place where you will be staying. If you’re at a hotel that offers included breakfast, try to be there early to beat other guests. Aim to eat only the food that is covered. Use gloves or a napkin when handling tongs or serving items like spoons. One suggestion could be to take your food back to your room, to avoid eating in a crowded space, and thoroughly washing your hands before and after eating.
Of course, all that sanitizing, and handwashing can make your hands pretty darn dry, so you can bring your favorite or recommended moisturizer.
Let us keep you safe
Finally, when you come to Cabo San Lucas use Los Cabos shuttle, we will be thrilled to make your trip even safer. Give us a call at 011 (52) 624 242 4600 or get a free quote on this web site.
