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How to Travel Safely During the Pandemic
If you love to explore the world, then you are probably thinking about ways to still travel while staying safe during this pandemic. Travel has changed because of the Coronavirus pandemic, but with it comes new opportunities to explore the region where you live and ways of traveling that are more socially and ecologically responsible. I am sad not to travel cross-country or abroad this year as planned, but I look forward to learning more about Southern California, hiking new trails, and discovering the hidden and less traveled gems in my own state.
I’ve lived in Southern California for nearly nine years and in that time I’ve explored San Diego, Del Mar, Carlsbad and other beach cities; Big Bear, Arrowhead, Julian and Idyllwild in the mountains; and Palm Springs and Joshua Tree in the desert, but there are still many places yet to see. Southern California is a region with beaches, mountains, and deserts all close enough to experience in a day or a weekend. I keep saying I want to visit one of the famous Mission of Southern California, but I’ve yet to do it, so now is my chance.
We are in a pandemic, and if you are planning to travel during the pandemic, then I believe it is of utmost importance to respect the health and safety of others, especially if traveling for recreational reasons. Though I personally choose to avoid places where people gather…
