When We Can Travel Again
Jun 10, 2020, 7:04 pm
#136
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Travel expectations among other CORVID futures:
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https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/...ronavirus.html
Jun 15, 2020, 1:23 pm
#137
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We just did a weekend in Santa Barbara (stayed at the Kimpton Canary with my dog). I've been pretty cautious through this whole pandemic (quarantining, masks, etc). The Kimpton has a bunch of rules in effect to manage through at the moment - they don't book the rooms for 72 hours after a stay, which effectively puts them at ~50% capacity at any given time. That being said, they were 'full' when we went. Masks required in all public areas and hand sanitizer stations EVERYWHERE. Restaurants in SB were also practicing social distancing - we opted to sit outside everywhere we ate and were definitely far enough from other tables, which is nice.
As things are starting to open up, and i'm going stir crazy/burnt out from work, i'm looking into a serious vacation sometime soon. Am I nuts for thinking about Mexico (specifically Punta Mita)?! Picking it because 1) loved it the last time i went, 2) good surf spots, and 3) st. regis / four seasons are not insane re: pricing at the moment.
Knowing it's ever-evolving, what are people's thoughts/opinions on travel at the moment (as of 6/15) to luxury resorts that you may have to fly to?
As things are starting to open up, and i'm going stir crazy/burnt out from work, i'm looking into a serious vacation sometime soon. Am I nuts for thinking about Mexico (specifically Punta Mita)?! Picking it because 1) loved it the last time i went, 2) good surf spots, and 3) st. regis / four seasons are not insane re: pricing at the moment.
Knowing it's ever-evolving, what are people's thoughts/opinions on travel at the moment (as of 6/15) to luxury resorts that you may have to fly to?
Jun 15, 2020, 2:01 pm
#138
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Re: the above:
Will you have to quarantine upon your return to the States?
Can you get a flight? Cancun and Los Cabos are opening up but have seen no plans for Puerto Vallarta.
Will you have to quarantine upon your return to the States?
Can you get a flight? Cancun and Los Cabos are opening up but have seen no plans for Puerto Vallarta.
Jun 15, 2020, 3:20 pm
#139
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Good point. I've seen LAX to PVR going pretty regularly at the moment!
And re: quarantine, I think i will for a bit. I have a baby shower that I will need to go to upon return (will depend on my timing to go) so that's definitely a consideration!
And re: quarantine, I think i will for a bit. I have a baby shower that I will need to go to upon return (will depend on my timing to go) so that's definitely a consideration!
Jun 19, 2020, 7:01 am
#142
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Just checked into a residence at Four Seasons Jackson Hole. We may have been one of their first guests, but they are handling the the new virus procedures really well. Flight were very full, but 95% mask compliance was a good sign.
Jun 21, 2020, 1:14 pm
#143
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We reopened our hotel in Tuscany last Friday. With all the necessary safety measures, staff wearing masks, constantly disinfecting everything. Being on a private hilltop with only 12 rooms makes distancing easy. Running at about 50% occupancy, mainly Italians and foreigners living in Italy. The next few weeks is a constant up-and-down, busy weekends and very quiet midweek. We’re getting a lot of bookings for July and August though, from various European countries.
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Jun 22, 2020, 8:50 am
#144
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We are headed that way next month. If you have time, please report back on dining options.
Jun 23, 2020, 11:05 am
#146
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Just got an email from the Corinthia in London announcing a firm re-opening date (for now) of July 4. I guess they expect a change to the UK's current 14 day quarantine requirement? No major initial discounts are mentioned but there is a previously existing third night free offer for suites.
Jun 23, 2020, 12:34 pm
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Just got an email from the Corinthia in London announcing a firm re-opening date (for now) of July 4. I guess they expect a change to the UK's current 14 day quarantine requirement? No major initial discounts are mentioned but there is a previously existing third night free offer for suites.
Jun 23, 2020, 2:08 pm
#148
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Domestic demand and maybe some of their customers fall into the various “Swiss cheese” holes in the quarantine scheme. If it is confirmed that people from a few countries can come in as well as diplomats, road warriors and others, then I guess they might have enough to make it worthwhile.
Jun 23, 2020, 5:57 pm
#149
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: France
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Just booked a 2-night stay at Aman Venice this coming weekend.
Surprisingly enough plane tickets from Paris are super expensive and availability is limited. After 3-4 months without traveling it seems everybody is willing to fly 😋
I also booked tickets to Houston / Miami early September I hope the US/Europe travel ban will be lifted by then.
Surprisingly enough plane tickets from Paris are super expensive and availability is limited. After 3-4 months without traveling it seems everybody is willing to fly 😋
I also booked tickets to Houston / Miami early September I hope the US/Europe travel ban will be lifted by then.
Jun 23, 2020, 8:39 pm
#150
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Dining at the Four Seasons is somewhat limited, but every other restaurant in the area is open. We have been eating outside exclusively just to be safe. I think the main restaurant at the hotel is about to open. Amangani is only serving their own guests.