Go-Karona - The Pandemic Travel Guide

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While the World Health Organization (WHO) declared Corona as a pandemic worldwide and chanted "Go-Corona", I happened to be on my trip to a beautiful destination in the south named Gokarna. Although I had a task keeping myself safe through the alert, I returned hail and hearty just by following the simple guidelines enlisted by WHO. With COVID-19 on the rise, as I write this, there are 191 positive cases in India. 4 people have died. The infection is spreading like wildfire!

The simplest way to fight the pandemic and the spread of this fatal virus is ...

Ghar pe baitho!

Yes, you heard that right!

Self-isolation is the key but just in case you are either stranded at a place or heading back home, I have listed down a few travel hygiene tips for you to ensure you reach back home safe!

Choose a mask that covers your face, nose and chin well.

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1) WEAR A MASK: Yes, no matter what you look like or may feel a little uneasy wearing one, it is vital to wear a mask and at all times.

Ensure you used an Alcohol-Based hand sanitizer

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2) Carry A Hand Sanitizer: Wash your hands at regular intervals with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. You gotta become Monica (F.R.I.E.N.D.S) when it comes to hygiene.

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3) Don't Be Touchy: Avoid touching your face, nose, mouth or any surface.

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4) Dine At Clean Restaurants: Make sure the restaurants you are eating in are clean. Again sanitize your hands before you eat.

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5) Eat Healthy: On trips we tend to eat a lot of junk, try to opt for a healthy meal instead to keep your immunity intact.

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6) Your Hotel Is Home: Each time you enter your room, wash your hands with soap. Make sure you have enough pairs of clothing. (If not, there's no harm in washing them!)

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7) Take A Journey Within: For a change don't socialize. Sing a song by the ocean or maybe just adore the sunset by the mountains. Discover yourself in isolation. Sometimes, that is all you need!

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8) Avoid Eating While Traveling: Avoid eating food at pitstops or just munching on snacks. You never know who around you may be caring the virus.

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9) Unpack In A Jiffy: For a change, ditch the session of leaving your bags unpacked for ages. Put your clothes and bags for washing immediately.

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10) Keep Track During Incubation Phase: According to WHO, the incubation phase ranges from 1 - 14 days. If you show positive on any of the listed symptoms don't hesitate to visit your doctor.

For further information and updates you can visit the official website of WHO.

We all have a hero within us! Remember, you trying to discover what your superpower is? Whether it is to fly over buildings, fighting crime or spinning a spider web out of your wrist?

Well, it turns out it is what we do best! Sit at home, enjoy and relax to fight one of the craziest pandemic in the history of mankind!

Awareness failao, Corona nahi!

Stay safe, stay indoor folks!