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Who does not like to travel and explore various destinations? But since 2020, the pandemic has made us couch potatoes. The pandemic has changed the way of our living even our travelling curiosity is also hammered. Though the vaccine has opened the door for travelling, precautions are still mandatory to safeguard ourselves from the possible 3^rd wave of COVID -19. With some precautionary tips, one can pack the bag with zeal and zest to explore and experience the new destinations in Diwali vacation.

 Pre-planning – If you choose to travel, it is very important that you check any travel restrictions, stay-at-home orders, quarantining, vaccination, testing requirements in areas and all places you are planning to visit. In India, a possible 3^rd wave is not yet attacked, but many countries have experienced even 4th & 5th waves. So it is important that even in India we should check all safety measures and plan accordingly.

Beside this also check the weather condition, hotel booking availability, nearby destinations, local guide availability, expenses etc. to avoid hurdles during travelling.

Make a list of essentials – Before heading to catch up on your flight or training, it is important to pack your essentials well in advance. Being well-organised will help you to avoid last minute hassles, and you will not miss any important item. Keep your sanitizer, hand soap, reusable face masks, disinfectant wipes, and tissues handy. Beside this keep your toiletries and other items in a separate pouch.

If you are under some medication such as diabetic, BP, or thyroids etc. make sure you carry your medicine for that. Besides this, keep a first aid kit for any emergency.

Be a responsible traveller – Keep in mind that every action we take has a reaction on our surroundings and people around us. While travelling with family and friends during festivities, it is important to travel responsibly and with awareness. After a pandemic, vaccination is important hence, before planning holiday, schedule a vaccination slot and get vaccinated done. If that is not possible then make sure your RT PCR Testing is negative, using mask, sanitizer and maintaining social distance & hygiene make us a responsible traveller.

Private homes are in demand – Pandemic taught us to be more isolated. Contactless and safer place to stay is in demand now-a-days. Diwali is a festival of celebrating togetherness but due to pandemic people have changed the way they celebrate. People Choose private vacation homes that are located in quieter hooks and have better air quality. So, according to your budget and requirement beforehand to avoid last minute rush.

 Some add on tips while travelling during festive seasons

1 It is Diwali time hence, pre-book your hotels, tickets, and taxi well in advance.

2 If you are travelling with kids, make sure that you have all the necessary items for comfy travel.

3 Avoid visiting places that are too cold if you are allergic or if you have a small kid.

4 Carry all the necessary documents.

5 Do not carry lots of money in your wallet but go with a digital wallet.

6 Carry minimum luggage to enjoy your trip.

7 Avoid carrying valuable items.

8 Eat right to avoid any stomach disorder.

Some Safety Precautions

Even if you and your family members are vaccinated still some safety measures need to be followed to safeguard yourself.

·         Before travelling, make sure you and your family are up-to-date with Covid Vaccination.

·         Avoid crowded places, confined and enclosed spaces with poor ventilation.

·         Try to keep a physical distance from people in public.

·         Wear masks when in public places.

·         Wash your hands frequently.

·         Avoid touching your face.

·         Regularly clean and disinfect the frequently touched surfaces.

·         If you decide to eat outside, consider the safest dining options.

·         Check your rooms are sanitized properly.

·         Plan to bring your own food and drinks where possible.

Destinations those are likely to pick up in Diwali vacations Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Pondicherry, Uttarakhand, and Karnataka. If you are looking for some festivities and vibes of Diwali during Diwali time and looking to celebrate Diwali to some exotic place then go for holidaying in Ayodhya, Amritsar, Varanasi, Udaipur, Jaipur, Goa, Gujarat, Delhi, Kolkata, Madurai, Pushkar, Mysore, Mumbai, Kovalam, Odisha, and Assam. All these will have a mesmerizing Diwali celebration.

If you are looking for some international locations then you must try Dubai, Singapore, Maldives, Malaysia, Hong Kong etc., before planning any international location, check their post covid rules and precaution measures so avoid any speed breaker in your travelling.

If you are fun-loving and interested in road travel then it is cheerful to enjoy road trips, but that needs crucial planning and timing to avoid any malfunction during travel. It is essential to choose a proper destination, correct time, route planning, car choice, travel mate, safety measures, and proper accommodation.

Here there are lots of choices for you now and tips to go ahead with your travelling. Let’s pack the bag, tie the shoe lace, grab the tickets and let’s fly to explore the world. Don’t forget to enjoy local cuisine and activities. Most importantly capture all your memories in some pictures to cherish that in later stages.