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Kara Hitchens
Senior Specialist, Public and Government Affairs, OH
O: (937) 224-2817
C: (937) 558-8427
khitchens@aaa-alliedgroup.com
TOLEDO, OH - Today is "National Plan for a Vacation Day," according to the U.S. Travel Association, which takes on a whole new meaning this year given the number of Americans anxious to get going again - and the many COVID-related guidelines and restrictions that make planning ahead more important than ever.
A new order by the Centers for Disease Control goes into effect today, requiring anyone traveling by air into the U.S. to show proof of a negative COVID test within the previous three days.
"With the vaccine rolling out and the cold of winter settling in, AAA travel bookings are starting to ramp up as those who are anxious to get away begin exploring possibilities," says Cindy Russeau, AAA Retail Store Manager. “There is no doubt that COVID-related restrictions will add a layer of complexity to planning but what we are seeing at AAA Travel is that those who want to make the best travel decisions will make the extra effort to ensure everyone's safety."
National Plan for Vacation Day aims to inspire more Americans to take time off and use those days to travel. With the anticipated easing of COVID-19, there will be greater opportunity to do so in the coming months.
Surveys by the travel industry - including surveys prior to COVID - have consistently revealed that employees across America are not using all their dedicated vacation days, negatively affecting health, relationships and companies. Survey data also found that those who actually plan vacations take more time off and as a result are happier and healthier. Americans also indicated they are happier when they take time off to travel.
“Regardless of when and where folks decide to travel, it is critical that they plan in advance and that they understand the guidelines and restrictions, not just where they are headed but also upon their return,” Russeau adds. "Understanding change and cancellation options is also critical and gives those who are ready to book travel at this time a greater sense of comfort in doing so."
AAA Tips for planning a vacation in the coming months:
Car rentals – If renting a car, ask what has been done to clean the vehicle. Hertz, for example, has introduced Hertz Gold Standard Clean, an enhanced vehicle disinfectant and sanitization process. For extra peace of mind, use disinfecting wipes to wipe down door handles, steering wheels, shifters and control panels.###
AAA provides automotive, travel, and insurance services to 58 million members nationwide and more than three million members in Ohio. AAA advocates for the safety and mobility of its members and has been committed to outstanding road service for more than 100 years. AAA is a non-stock, non-profit corporation working on behalf of motorists, who can now map a route, find local gas prices, discover discounts, book a hotel, and track their roadside assistance service with the AAA Mobile app (AAA.com/mobile) for iPhone, iPad and Android. For more information, visit www.AAA.com.
Cindy Antrican
Public Affairs Manager, OH
O: (937) 224-2875 ext. (5502875)
C: (937) 238-6667
cantrican@AAA-AlliedGroup.com
Who's in the Driver's Seat? The Transformation of Transportation
On Tuesday, October 17, 2017, AAA and TEDx Wilmington held the first TEDx Salon dedicated to ideas worth spreading in transportation.
This event had:
View a slideshow from the event
This TEDx WilmingtonSalon was organized in partnership with AAA
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