Tourists today hesitate to travel because of the pandemic and the restrictions that come around the Covid-era. As countries reopen, many are implementing travel corridors, which is an agreement between cooperating countries that let their people freely travel between those countries. This is in the hopes that it kicks off tourism again and help their economies rebound.

St Barts

St Bart’s has reopened its airport and has welcomed travellers from all countries. However, the requirements to travellers include proof of vaccination and proof of negative covid 19 test. If you have no test results to show, you will be tested upon arrival and quarantine at your hotel or vacation rental until the release of result.

There are a lot of things to enjoy here. St. Barts has some 21 public and free white-sand beaches, and some not crowded, even in peak season. There are great activities to try, and kite-surfing is fast becoming one of the most popular sports here. Also, you will have a great shopping experience as you’ll find bargains in the Caribbean.

The Caribbean

The Caribbean offers endless versions of paradise. However, it has reported a relatively low case of COVID cases. The Dominican Republic has the highest to date, but Aruba, the Bahamas and the Cayman Islands are reported to just have lower numbers with tens or low hundreds. Since there is still a high concern to stopping transmission which includes traveller transmission, seaports and airports have been closed across the Caribbean and will resume on a country-by-country basis. 

For now, it is open to US travellers. Only fully vaccinated travellers are allowed entry. Travellers are required to apply through the visitor portal, show proof of a negative Covid-19 test result three to five days before travel and must have medical insurance.

You are not alone if you have reservations about travelling. As the global health crisis continues, more and more people are opting to just stay at home because of doubt if it safe to travel. Well, staying at home is also a good decision as we want to make sure that we contribute to everyone’s safety, but if you are a constant traveller before pandemic hit you still have that travel plans ready anytime.

Everyone is wanting to go out again and see the world freely. With some places slowly opening for visitors, everyone just wants to know of when they can safely travel again.

As the pandemic rages in other countries, booking a flight can be like a roller coaster. You may be able to book a flight to a country of your destination today but may not be able to enter because countries keep on changing their entry requirements.

It is not just the countries requirements that are kept on changing even travelers are mixed when it comes to traveling. They may book a flight but may still feel hesitant to visit a new location because of safety concerns.

And while the vaccine is currently being distributed, there are new problems that are occurring. It may take a real while before we can truly become confident to traveling. And while we may not be confident in going abroad, we may still be able to enjoy local tourism.

Why not travel locally?

Visit the beach, rent an Airbnb or a hotel for a short vacation and just enjoy a short tour. Traveling locally will still allow you to take a break from the chaos that is happening now and at the same time, you will be able to enjoy the time you are going to spend away from home. Of course, you still need to observe safety measures to avoid health problem.

Do you ride a motorcycle? Safety awareness and riding proficiency should be your priority. No matter how much you enjoy riding, you have to think about the dangers of riding a motorcycle. Follow these tips for safe motorcycle riding.

Wear a Helmet 

One of the dangers of riding a motorcycle is falling off during the ride, and it can be incredibly serious. This is where your helmet works for protection. Falling off a motorcycle without a helmet can be fatal. Wearing a helmet prevents bugs from flying in your mouth. They don’t taste good.

Motorcycle training is essential

Unlike the bike, you have to get trained to ride a motorcycle to avoid injury. If you have never driven a motorcycle before, learn the important things that help you ride safely.

Speeding can be dangerous

There is absolute joy when driving fast. While it may seem like fun on a motorcycle, it is risky. People speed because they like to feel they are going fast, but accidents happen and it could be fatal. Drive safe by following the speed limit. 

Wear bright clothing

Motorcycles are smaller than other vehicles so to make it easier for other motorists to see a motorcyclist wearing bright clothing. Make yourself as bright as possible for visibility purpose. Leather jackets when driving at night may fit the general stereotype of motorcycle riders, but it’s not a good idea. Unless the jacket is a neon leather, that may be an exception.

Get enough rest before riding a motorcycle

It is more dangerous to ride a motorcycle than cars. A mild swipe or a bump can put the rider in trouble. Do not ride your motorcycle if you are tired, a little drunk or sleep-deprived. Make sure you always get enough sleep before you hit the road with your motorcycle.

Maintenance is necessary to keep your motorcycle looking good. Part of it is to keep your motorcycle tires in good condition. Motorcycle tires connect you to the road so look after your tires, and they will look after you. Make it a habit to do a weekly or monthly checkup to ensure that your tires are safe to use.

Proper motorcycle tire care is necessary to ensure that the tire walls does not have any cuts or cracks and to keep the life span of your tire much longer.

Always check the air pressure of the tire. Proper pressure allows your motorcycle cycle to have better performance and safe motorcycle ride. Low air pressures on the tires can cause it to separate and can even cause some blowouts. So always monitor the air pressure of your motorcycle tire.

Check the tread wear indicator to ensure your safety. Once they start showing, then it is time to replace your tire. Not enough tread may lead to vehicular accidents. They are normally set at 1/32nd of an inch (0.8mm) see them reach the level of the surface tread on your tire, then change the tire.

You have to make sure the rims are in good condition as they play a critical role in keeping the tires for a long time. If your motorcycle use spoke rims, you must tighten them rightly to prevent any damage. It is best to have a professional tighten them up as they the equipment and experience to secure them properly.

Your tires are one of the most critical parts of your entire motorcycle. So always check the tire condition to have a safe ride.

You want your motorcycle to look great all the time. Knowing proper care and maintenance is a critical step in helping you keep its paint looking great. So how do you to preserve your motorcycle’s paint? Keep your bike beautiful with these simple tips.

Keep your motorcycle cleaned

The more you use your bike, the more it gets exposed to a lot of elements that can damage its paint. Grime, muck, dust are just some of the bad contaminants your bike can catch on the road. Clean your motorcycle all times, and that means give it a good wash after that long hard ride. It helps prevent wear down on the paint’s shine.

Give a good layer of wax

A good wash will surely remove the dirt off, and a good polishing job will keep your motorcycle’s paint shining. A manageable amount of wax or polish protects the bike’s paint the protection from the damaging elements it can get on the road. Waxing the exterior paint will make the dust just falls off rather than sticking onto the paint. It also makes cleaning much easier process.

Use cover for motorcycle

The protecting effects of washing and waxing your bike will last longer when you cover it up when parked or not in use. If you do not have a garage, use a quality motorcycle parking cover. Leaving your bike in an open area exposes it under the sun, which may affect the paint and cause early fading. A fitting parking cover protects your bike from the damaging elements around at all times.