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Will you travel? [Mod Note in Post #1 - Travel Discussion Only! Megathread]
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lainey_d_123 wrote: »I'm pretty reassured by what the airlines are doing, it's the other passengers I'm concerned about. I've seen so much selfishness over the past few weeks that I'm not surprised people are doing things like sipping drinks for an hour to avoid putting a mask on, and that obviously raises the risk for everyone. I have no doubt that I'll end up next to someone either refusing to wear a mask or flouting the rules and that will be hugely stressful, with a week or two of worrying about making my family sick after it.
You're right re the cabin crew etc. - perhaps the risk isn't as high as I think, although I wouldn't dream of going into a pub or even a shop at the moment. The only reason I was on a train the other day was that my bike got a puncture and I couldn't ride home.
What are people doing about having to touch surfaces like seatbelt buckles? Just sanitising hands afterwards? Is there any value in showering/washing hair once I get there? I'm a bit icky about having my head touching the headrest and then going to bed....is that an overreaction or would others also want to shower?
I wouldn’t dare tell you how to live your life nor patronise you by saying “it’ll be grand” given you are anxious about it
It does seem like you are leaning on the side of over cautious. Ultimately the risks are low. In the unlikely event that the headrest or belt buckle was riddled with the virus, realistically how potent is it going to be?
I assuming you’re not going to be ingesting your hair afterward or touching your hair and putting your hands in your mouth after.
I always shower after flights where possible as flying feels gross so nothing wrong with that.
I’m no doctor no way medically affiliated. I have lived in sub Saharan Africa which included some epic rural visits where risk of disease and infection was rampant. Basic hygiene kept me safe and healthy.
Not trying to devalue your feelings nor change your mind. Risk of infection is very low particularly if you are hygiene and health conscious. Plus it’s a short flight. 0 -
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Not much movement in the cabin, no queuing for the toilets, I had two aisle seats on two flights and one row to myself on another flight. Also brought carry on luggage.
But yes, Covid or not if i'm sat in a row with 1 or 2 others and there's a free seat when boarding is complete I will jump to it.
Same
Always got aisle seats pre-covid for the chance to move into an empty row if possible. I'm guessing the overhead lockers are also pretty empty at the minute and no issues with space for your bag?
What's the story with food/drink? Can people eat and drink as normal if they want to? How does the toilet situation work?0 -
I wouldn’t dare tell you how to live your life nor patronise you by saying “it’ll be grand” given you are anxious about it
It does seem like you are leaning on the side of over cautious. Ultimately the risks are low. In the unlikely event that the headrest or belt buckle was riddled with the virus, realistically how potent is it going to be?
I assuming you’re not going to be ingesting your hair afterward or touching your hair and putting your hands in your mouth after.
I always shower after flights where possible as flying feels gross so nothing wrong with that.
I’m no doctor no way medically affiliated. I have lived in sub Saharan Africa which included some epic rural visits where risk of disease and infection was rampant. Basic hygiene kept me safe and healthy.
Not trying to devalue your feelings nor change your mind. Risk of infection is very low particularly if you are hygiene and health conscious. Plus it’s a short flight.
Yep, I am definitely over cautious, particularly as I'd be worried about giving it to others...feels like a lot of responsibility.
I can change the dates for free up to check in so will leave it another day or two before I decide if I'm going next week or not, but what I've read so far is quite reassuring. I've pretty much stayed in my flat since March bar venturing out over the last couple of weeks to meet friends outdoors and go camping, so even the idea of touching the security trays, seatbelts and all that is a bit scary, but I'll have to just use gel every time I do touch anything, try not to touch my face and wash my hands properly with soap once I get to my destination...all I can really do.
How does passport control and all that work with masks? Do you just pull it down for the facial recognition camera thing/person to see you and keep it on the rest of the time you're in the airport?0 -
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lainey_d_123 wrote: »Same
Always got aisle seats pre-covid for the chance to move into an empty row if possible. I'm guessing the overhead lockers are also pretty empty at the minute and no issues with space for your bag?
What's the story with food/drink? Can people eat and drink as normal if they want to? How does the toilet situation work?
I also don't want to patronise you or disrespect your concern but I really do think you need to stop over thinking and worrying so much. Any of us could be unlucky enough to catch this virus but if we all adhere to the regulations and keep our distance, the chances are slim. And no point feeling guilty about passing it on if you're doing your very best.
I've taken three flights since July 10th so I'll try to answer your questions.
Firstly, I saw no obnoxious person refusing to mask up on any of the flights. Secondly, all planes are travelling with loads of empty seats and for each of my three flights I was able to change seat no problem to give myself maximum distance and saw others do the same. Most likely you'll have the row to yourself.
As for sanitation, I bring my own and sanitise the hands a few times during the flight. I actually didn't bother eating or drinking except for a few sips of water,at the moment it's not worth it on a short flight. Just sit back, relax, read and do whatever you normally do and keep your mask on. Bring some wipes with you if wiping down seats makes you feel better. No body is allowed move around freely on the plane or even stand up. If you need to use the bathroom you call the steward from the call button over your head. Again lots hand washing and use tissues /paper towels to touch any surfaces eg toilet door handle.
Passport control is no problem. In Alicante the passport goes into one of the new machines and you take off the mask momentarily to enable an accurate shot. In my experience all airport personnel are pleasant and efficient and just getting on with it.
As others have advised, keep your mask on, keep your distance, keep sanistising the hands and you'll be ok. There are always obnoxious people around but they are very much in the minority.
Good luck and enjoy the break!0 -
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