Covid-19 pandemic has changed everything and travel will not be the same as before. At the moment, people are still in "wait and see mode", but traveling is a need after months under lockdowns and social distancing. So the question is how will people travel? Below is the search result about the Coronavirus pandemic's impact on travel plan by Longwoods Int'l & Miles Partnership Travel Sentiment Study Wave 7.

- Cancel their trip completely: 50%
- Reduced travel plans: 45%
- Changed to driving from flying: 22%
- Changed to domestic from Int'l: 11%

Where and When to go?
Domestic travel will be the trend. People will travel somewhere close to their home first and that can be 3-5 day trip within driving disctance. When travel wins confidence, people will travel farther and farther and plan for longer-term holiday. Many countries resume international flights and re-open the borders from July, but Vivutravel advises you to plan the trip for the end of 2020. 

Vietnam is safe now
Vietnam's success in the battle against the Covid-19 has been being praised again and again and becomes a model for other countries to learn. Vietnam is likely the first country to re-start domestic tourism and encourages local travelers to book their holidays. Vietnam is also recommended to visit post Covid -19 by the US travel magazine - Travel & Leisure because Vietnam is both safe and beautiful.

To prepare for the recovery and help you plan a trip to Vietnam, Vivutravel would like to give you some "Tips to travel to Vietnam post Covid -19".

1. Need a Travel advisor
During the pandemic and because of the lockdowns, social distancing in many countries, you will understand why you will need a local travel advisor who knows real situation of Vietnam, safer destinations to visit, cleaner hotels to stay and be with you in case of lockdowns or social distancing. In March 2020, before Vietnam closed the borders and suspended all international flights, Vivutravel helped our guests changed the itinerary, shortened the trip, changed the hotel, booked the flight home, refunded unsed services. Without having a travel advisor in Vietnam, what could you do? Many tourists are being stuck in Vietnam as they travel by themselves.

The importance of having a local travel advisor such as Vivutravel post Covid-19 is to help you plan a safe, comfortable and enjoyable trip.

2. Short Term Holiday
To visit the most beautiful places in Vietnam, you may need 3 weeks, but that seems too long as you may be self-quarantined after the trip. Therefore, Vivutravel suggests that you should spend from 10-15 days in Vietnam and if you want to extend your trip, it is always possible.

3. Travel By Road
Just take the flight if you have no choice because it is difficult to keep safe distance (2m) and if do not want to be a virus carrier. A good thing about Vietnam travel is that you have many options to get moved such as flights, buses, trains, motorbikes, boats. 

4. Flexible Itinerary
Always travel in Vietnam with a flexible itinerary and schedule. So, do not book a group tour or fixed departure date trip. Let book a private tour to Vietnam with a local tour operator who knows best and is quick in response to your needs and changes.

5. Isolated Hotel and Resort
A local tour operator should advise, but it is better if you require isolated hotels and resorts during your trip in Vietnam as it will be safer. If it is not possible in big cities, ask to book a villa or a boutique hotel which is well sanitized.

6. Refund and Cancellation
Make sure to get refund of the deposit or unused services if you cancel the whole trip or part of the trip. A trusted and reputable travel company in Vietnam will always support you, but if you book your trip to Vietnam with a travel agent in your country, remember to read their Refund and Cancellation policies carefully.

7. Tested Yourself
To prove someone that you are not ill, not infected, not a Virus carrier and can travel.  Try to get tested before coming to Vietnam. A quick test within 72 hours is highly recommended.

8.  Medical history
Come to see your doctor before traveling to Vietnam and remember to have him/her printed your medical history that will be helpful to get through the checks smoothly. A medical report is also good to keep in this Covid-19 times?

9. Travel history
The success of Vietnam in controlling the pandemic is to trace the travel history of an infected person (F1) to find F2, F3 and even F4, and then ask them to self quarantine at home or at a quarantine center. Traveling from one place to another may be difficult to find down, but it definitely help to warn people and prevent the pread of infection in community. When traveling in Vietnam, you may be asked to show your travel history, so remember to have a pen and note book to write down in case of being asked for.

10. Carry all essentials
Remember to print out your travel documents, tested result, medical and travel history as well as prepare some medicines that you may need. Please also bring masks (actually you can buy in Vietnam or provided by your tour operator), gloves, sunglasses, hand sanitizers, knife and fork. To minimize the risk, use something like toothpick to push the botton of ATM and elevator. Travel has changed our life?

11. Remember all the guidelines
It is advised to perform hand hygiene frequently with soap and water or with an alcohol-based hand rub. Remember to cover your nose when coughing or sneezing with tissue and clean your hands immediately. Below are some other guidelines recommended by WHO:

1. Always maintain at least 1 metre (3 feet) distance and don't step into crowded places
2. Try to Avoid touching eyes
3. Follow good respiratory hygiene
4. If you have a fever with cough and difficulty in breathing, inform your tour guide, tour operator first or your hotel or contact a relevant medical services immediately
5. Always use face mask when advised by your tour guide.

12. Buy Insurrance
As you know the cost for Covid-19 treatment is huge. So, remember to buy travel and medical insurrance before traveling to Vietnam. Please remember to check Insurrance's terms and conditions and what are covered.