Everyone who has gone to great lengths to social distance this year knows that cabin fever is very real. Sometimes all you want is a change of scenery, to get out of the house. But how long should you wait to travel? When will it be safe to travel again? The good news is, with careful planning and safety precautions, you could enjoy a beachy vacation in 2021! Follow these 3 tips for safe traveling at Beachy Keen.
Tip #1 - Research the Area
Every town and city has been affected differently during the pandemic, so you may encounter a different set of restrictions than you’re used to. Before booking your trip, research the places around the community that you’d like to go to. Are there restaurants that are open for takeout that you’d like to try, or does it look like you will be making home-cooked meals for the duration of the trip? Planning ahead whether you want to try to eat out or plan to cook at the house will allow you to be more present when you arrive at Beachy Keen.
Usually, Oxnard is significantly less crowded than most other Southern California vacation spots, so it’s the perfect place to shelter in place at the beach. Check out visitoxnard.com to stay up to date on local activities and entertainment.
For more information on the coronavirus status of Oxnard, California, visit https://www.oxnard.org/coronavirus/.
Tip #2 - Bring Necessary Supplies
If you do visit any area destinations, be sure you have all of the supplies you need for safe traveling. During this time, it is encouraged to travel with:
A Mask
Hand Sanitizer
Disinfecting Wipes
At Beachy Keen, we do a thorough cleaning between bookings. We are fully furnished and provide towels for our guests. We even have a washer and dryer, so you can bring home a suitcase full of freshly laundered clothes at the end of your trip if you want. Just bring your laundry detergent of choice.
Tip #3 - Self-Distance as Much as Possible
During this time, it is important to self-distance when you travel. At Beachy Keen, this is easy! There’s plenty of room for the whole family in our expansive 3 bedroom, 3 bath home. Plus, our backyard is packed full of entertainment, including a cornhole court, grill, and patio for outdoor dining. Enjoy the fresh ocean breeze right in the comfort of our private backyard, without having to take a step outside if you don’t want to.
If you feel like going out, we highly recommend taking a short walk to the beach! It’s never crowded and even during shut down they allow strolls, biking, jogging, and dog walking. You can also plan small-party excursions out on the water with Captain Dave and the Aria’s Song. Contact Captain Dave Ogle at 310-701-1996 for more information! Just remember to bring your mask wherever you go, and adhere to the 6-foot distancing rule as much as possible.
At the end of the day, understand the risks, and use your best judgment. And don’t be in a rush to get out the door. Take your time to plan your vacation months in advance, maybe even further ahead than you usually would. When you’re ready for a beach getaway, just know that Beachy Keen is the ideal vacation home for safe traveling. You can easily shelter in place and treat Beachy Keen like your home-away-from-home. If this sounds like the perfect trip for you, book your stay today!