5 ways to travel (smartly) amid Coronavirus

Edit: This was written before circumstances changed, and we can’t encourage going on a road trip anymore at this point. We hope that this changes as the weeks go on, but for now please stay home, get outside for some fresh air, and keep yourself safe.

Staying safe during the Coronavirus is the #1 priority, so if that means staying at home and avoiding any kind of travel, we totally get it. But now with flight restrictions, cancelled school, and even a little fear if you are living in a place with cases near you, there may be a need and a want to get out of town. We know just the way to travel smartly during the Coronavirus.

My husband and I watched World War Z last night -- because why wouldn’t you watch it during a situation like this? Remember when Brad Pitt and his family commandeer an RV and you feel a sense of relief? And then all of your anxiety returns when they walk out of the grocery store to find the RV GONE? It got me thinking, an RV is literally the only place I would want to be in a zombie attack. It’s a home on wheels so you’ve got everything you need with you, but you can get away whenever you need to. You can live completely off the grid in the hope that no zombies can find you.

So, this clearly feels a bit dramatic. The Coronavirus is obviously not a zombie attack, nor is it anywhere close to this level of panic. But the argument for an RV for traveling at a time like this still stands. Hear us out:

 

5 ways to travel (smartly) during the Coronavirus outbreak

  

1.     Avoid an airplane – rent an RV

Although airplane travel isn’t explicitly banned in the US, the safest bet is avoiding large crowds and confined spaces, so why not avoid airplanes and airports altogether? We suggest renting an RV, campervan, or trailer from your home city and simply driving out of town. This way you can keep your travel space clean and you don’t have to worry about anyone else stepping inside.

 

2.     Avoid large crowds - find isolation

Avoiding large crowds is crucial, so why not get out of town and away from people completely? With a self-contained RV, you can drive wherever you want to go and stay somewhere less-crowded or even completely isolated. Because you have everything you need, such as a bathroom, shower, electricity, heat and AC, you can find isolation and still be comfortable.

Mountain West RV Trip

 

3.     Travel with plenty of food, water, and supplies

With an RV, you have plenty of storage space so you can stock up with at least 2 weeks-worth of food, water, medicine, and other necessary supplies. Because you aren’t confined to a suitcase, you can bring literally anything you want or need with you in your vehicle in case of emergencies, plus all the other essentials you like to have with you.


4.     Get outside

Staying outside means fresh air, vitamin D, and sunshine – all things that are great for our immune system. It also may be harder for the virus to spread in outdoor areas, especially areas that aren’t frequented very often. Going on a hike is far safer than staying in confined spaces with other people.

Family hike RV trip

 

5.     Be flexible

Situations surrounding the Coronavirus are changing every day so being prepared for whatever happens is crucial. An RV allows you to be flexible. You can stay in one spot your entire trip, or you can move when you feel that it’s time to get to another destination. If you need to get home, you are just a drive away.


 Our Expert RV Trip Planners can help you find an RV, campervan or trailer in your area and take care of all the details, like itinerary planning, campsite bookings or suggestions of where to stay each night so you can keep your flexibility open, and the best places to avoid crowds. Our priority is keeping you safe and we will be with you every step of the way during your trip if anything were to happen. We can also assist you in cancelling other trip plans, like flights, hotel bookings, etc. if you need it.