The current COVID-19 pandemic is affecting every sector including traveling. Nobody knows how long it will continue and which country will be the next target of this virus. It is also unknown when the travel world might return to something like normal. However, some people may need to travel in this time of coronavirus outbreak. Here are some possible risks that you might face due to traveling during this pandemic period.
Getting sick
When you leave home or on the way, there is a risk of being sick with COVID-19. Though the fatality risk is small, older people and those with existing medical problems are at higher risk than the general people. So it is wise to avoid any unnecessary travel during this time. If you have to travel due to an emergency then try to wear an appropriate mask and take other necessary protections. Always try to maintain physical distancing with any known and unknown persons.
Facing a quarantine period
If you need to travel for emergency purposes, you certainly face the possibility of immediate quarantine for 14 days. It could be either home quarantine or hospital quarantine. So you should be prepared for this period.
Cancelation of booking
Every day the world is facing a worse situation than the earlier day. So it is very normal to face a sudden cancellation of your trip. Every country is taking decisions according to its current situation. As you are traveling in this global pandemic period so you should be mentally prepared for any sudden cancellation of flight and hotel bookings.
Moreover, many countries have halted some flights and many countries have closed their borders. None of us know when normal activities will resume. In this situation, try to stay safe at home. If you need to travel due to an emergency always take the highest level of precautions to protect you and others from this dangerous virus.