Get summer ready with these 12 tips If you are planning to explore this summer, there are a few things you need to know, writes Clinton Moodley THIS summer will be quite different due to the coronavirus pandemic. Here are some tips to follow to ensure that you have a sizzling and safe holiday. COVID-19 SAFETY Sanitise, sanitise, sanitise It surprises me that many people are not sanitising or making use of the sanitisers provided. You should sanitise at every opportunity, whether you are entering a hotel, enjoying an activity or meandering to a charming spot in the city. We are still fighting a pandemic. Do not travel in large crowds As much as you want to jam-pack your itinerary to make up for everything that you have missed these past few months, reducing your daily activities will help you appreciate a tourist destination. With more people exploring, always be mindful of the queues at a destination. If there’s a large number of people, you should leave that adventure for another day. Take travel insurance, you will thank yourself later When travellers book their holiday, they usually don’t take travel insurance when travelling within the country. Travel insurance is mandatory during Covid-19, especially if you are travelling to other parts of the country. Speak to your local travel agent or insurance company for the quote that best suits you. Social distance, even if you know the people around you Many people are now travelling in groups without keeping a safe distance. Most of them say: “None of us has the virus, so it’s fine”. Unless this has been confirmed by a Covid19 test, rather maintain a 2m distance at all times. Always ensure you wear a mask. The responsibility is on the traveller to abide by all the regulations when they embark on their trip. WHAT TO PACK Bikini and swim shorts No summer holiday is complete without a bikini or swim shorts. Besides, it would be hard to resist a swim if your hotel has a pool or if there is a beach nearby.
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