Highbrow Magazine - social distancing https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/social-distancing en The Most Socially Distant Vacations of 2020 https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/10803-most-socially-distant-vacations <div class="field field-name-field-cat field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/travel" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Travel</a></div></div></div><span class="submitted-by">Submitted by tara on Wed, 08/19/2020 - 19:03</span><div class="field field-name-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="og:image rdfs:seeAlso" resource="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/1nightsky_skeeze_pixabay.jpg?itok=ZfwDWHNR"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/1nightsky_skeeze_pixabay.jpg?itok=ZfwDWHNR" width="480" height="320" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p> </p> <p> </p> <p>What’s the most socially distant vacation of 2020? That’s an easy one for Daria Bachmann: Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument in Utah.</p> <p> </p> <p>How distant is it? Fewer than a million people visit Grand Staircase a year, just a fraction of the nearby Grand Canyon’s 5.9 million annual visitors. The closest major city, Las Vegas, is a 4 ½ hour drive away. It’s so far from civilization that it has a reputation for its dark skies, attracting stargazers from around the country.</p> <p> </p> <p>And its cliffs, terraces, and bright orange stone arches will drain your camera’s battery.</p> <p> </p> <p>“I can recommend it to anybody who wants to escape the crowds and do some backcountry hiking and camping,” says Bachmann, who publishes an adventure travel website.</p> <p> </p> <p>So can I. The last time I drove through Grand Staircase, I didn’t see anyone when we pulled over to hike on one of the popular trails. That’s right, we had the place to ourselves. Now that’s remote.</p> <p> </p> <p>This summer, there are two kinds of travelers: the ones who have already canceled their vacations, and the ones who want to get out of town — way out of town.</p> <p> </p> <p>Fearful of COVID-19 but unwilling to spend another moment indoors, they’re looking for out-of-the-way places like Grand Staircase to climb out of their pandemic isolation for a few days to enjoy nature.</p> <p> </p> <p>But where are these socially distant vacations? How do you find them? And are they worth visiting now, with a second wave of the coronavirus pandemic on the horizon?</p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/5travelers_0.jpg" style="height:400px; width:600px" /></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Where are the most socially distant vacations of 2020?</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>Here’s the problem: Everyone’s definition of “distant” is different. Does it mean far away from where you are now? Or far from the nearest coronavirus hotspot? Or maybe just away from the crowds of summer vacationers?</p> <p> </p> <p>Industry-watchers like Victoria Simmons, a senior vice president at the ad agency BVK, say that for many travelers, it comes down to one thing: freedom.</p> <p> </p> <p>“Watch for a rise in once-in-a-lifetime, no-regrets trips,” she says. “Travel focused more on personal development and less on souvenirs.”</p> <p> </p> <p>In other words, the new American vacationer wants to get away from civilization without traveling too far. They want it to be unique. And they want it to be meaningful — less Vegas, and more Grand Staircase.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Try these socially distant vacation hikes in the United States</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>Sound impossible? I thought it was, too. So I asked the experts at AllTrails, the hiking app, if they could help. They compiled a list of the most isolated hiking trails exclusively for this site. AllTrails’ recommended paths include the Thomas Creek Trail in eastern Nevada’s Ruby Mountain Wilderness, Barren Mountain and Cloud Pond on Maine’s Appalachian Trail, and a 44-mile hike in California’s King Range Wilderness.</p> <p> </p> <p>But AllTrails’ medical director, Suzanne Bartlett-Hackenmiller, says you have to do your homework before you go anywhere.</p> <p> </p> <p>“Make sure to check ahead for park and facility closures,” she told me. “Even if the park is open, the facilities — including restrooms, water fountains, and parking lots — may be closed.”</p> <p> </p> <p>I’m based in Reno, and I’ve been drawn to the eastern part of the state for its remoteness. If I had five hours to drive to the Ruby Mountain Wilderness, I would also check out the Nevada Northern Railway in Ely. The vintage train takes you deep into White Pine County in the far reaches of eastern Nevada. It has some of the darkest skies in the continental United States. There’s a sunset train excursion that looks perfect for getting way, way out of town.</p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/1vacation_bureau_of_land_management_-_flickr.jpg" style="height:400px; width:600px" /></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Where are the remote places to take a vacation in America?</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>So where are people going? Michael Heflin, president of Andrew Harper Travel, says his customers are defining “remote” differently. It’s not that they want to leave civilization behind. Quite the contrary, they want to take a little civilization with them.</p> <p> </p> <p>“Travelers are discovering the beauty of remote spots that are perfect for social distancing,” he says. “And many of them are in the continental United States. Remote doesn’t necessarily equal roughing it, though.”</p> <p> </p> <p>In fact, Andrew Harper clients’ top 10 bookings are all in nonurban areas. Here’s where they’re headed:</p> <p> </p> <p>Blackberry Farm, a small luxury hotel and resort on a 4,200-acre estate in Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains.</p> <p>Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort in South Carolina.</p> <p>San Ysidro Ranch, a historic hotel near Santa Barbara, Calif.</p> <p>Triple Creek Ranch, a luxury resort in Darby, Mont.</p> <p>Wequassett Resort and Golf Club in Cape Cod, Mass.</p> <p> </p> <p>“Luxury properties in remote destinations are prepared to give their guests the full luxury experience,” says Heflin. “Many even offer options like private villas and private chefs — very attractive during the pandemic. And one of the best parts is that travelers don’t need to hop on a plane for eight or more hours to get to these spots.”</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Socially distant vacation considerations</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>If you’re looking for a little space this summer, you have to be prepared. That’s the advice of John Gobbels, the chief operating officer for Medjet, and an avid explorer. He carries an emergency kit with him stocked with essential medications, including Tylenol, Aleve, Benadryl, antibiotic ointment, bandages and insect repellent.</p> <p> </p> <p>“A remote area may mean that the nearest medical facility is not very well-equipped for severe injuries or illnesses,” he says.</p> <p> </p> <p>Gobbels also recommends reviewing your health insurance’s medical coverage before you leave. Your policy should cover at least a portion of transport from the local ER or regional facility if it’s medically necessary. And take sensible precautions once you’re there, too, so that you’ll never have to find out if your travel insurance will cover you.</p> <p> </p> <p>If you’re looking for a remote vacation this summer, here’s some expert advice that will get you there and back safely:</p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/1grandcanyon_michael_quinn_grand_canyon_np_.jpg" style="height:317px; width:600px" /></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Socially distant doesn’t always mean far away</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>If you’re in Las Vegas, you can make it to Grand Staircase in a few hours. If you’re in Reno, you can get to Ely in half a day. You can reach California’s King Range Wilderness from San Francisco in about the same amount of time. There are pockets of remoteness almost everywhere, and they’re closer than you think.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Zig when everyone else zags</strong></p> <p>Go for state parks and national forests instead of the better-known — and often crowded — national parks. Contrarians will be rewarded this year with more social-distancing opportunities (and perhaps fewer health risks).</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Later is better than sooner</strong></p> <p>The travel experts without a vested interest agree: Don’t travel now. With a second wave of COVID cases likely, you might be better off delaying that summer “remote-cation” until the early fall.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Author Bio:</strong></p> <p><a href="http://www.chriselliotts.com/" style="color:blue; text-decoration:underline"><strong><em>Christopher Elliott</em></strong></a><em><strong> is the founder of </strong></em><a href="http://www.elliott.org/" style="color:blue; text-decoration:underline"><strong><em>Elliott Advocacy</em></strong></a><em><strong>, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that empowers consumers to solve their problems and helps those who can’t. He’s the author of numerous books on consumer advocacy and writes weekly columns for King Features Syndicate, USA Today, and the Washington Post. If you have a consumer problem you can’t solve, contact him directly through his </strong></em><a href="http://elliott.org/help/" style="color:blue; text-decoration:underline"><strong><em>advocacy website</em></strong></a><em><strong>. 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First, the museums closed. Then about two weeks later, they shuttered the cafés and restaurants. And a week after that, authorities blocked access to the beach.</p> <p> </p> <p>Today, Nice looks like it's in a dystopian science fiction movie. The streets of this resort town on the French Riviera are virtually empty. There are police checkpoints around every corner and an 8 p.m. curfew.</p> <p> </p> <p>Across Europe, cities like Nice have all but closed in an effort to contain the coronavirus. Their experiences offer a sobering preview of what may happen in the United States as the virus continues to spread.</p> <p> </p> <p>French President Emmanuel Macron put his country under lockdown effort on March 16 the same day President Trump first asked Americans to practice social distancing for 15 days (he has since extended those measures through April 30).</p> <p> </p> <p>France is roughly two weeks ahead of the U.S. in the fight against the virus. What happens here could happen to America next.</p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/2francecoronavirus.jpg" style="height:450px; width:600px" /></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Why we stayed in France despite the threat of a coronavirus lockdown</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>I've lived in Europe since January with my three teenagers. This was supposed to be our last trip together before my oldest son leaves for college. We spent a month in Lisbon and Porto and one memorable weekend on the island of Madeira and were headed to Italy in March. Then in late February, Italy turned into a red zone –  and we detoured to France.</p> <p> </p> <p>Nice is known for its Mediterranean climate and warm hospitality, and when we arrived early this month, we found plenty of both. We quickly connected with a group of friendly expatriates who promised to show us the Côte d'Azur and teach us a word or two in French.</p> <p> </p> <p>Within a few days, stores closed and the streets drained of people. The U.S. embassy in Paris sent me an urgent email advising me to leave while I still could. But returning to the States would have taken several days, almost certainly exposing us to the virus. And if we'd gone back home to Arizona, we would have come into contact with relatives in the high-risk age group.</p> <p> </p> <p>My kids and I are also curious, and we saw an opportunity to witness history. Nice hasn't had a curfew like this since World War II. Regular police checkpoints haven't been seen here in years, perhaps not since the 1940s.</p> <p> </p> <p>Military patrol the streets of Nice, France, during the coronavirus lockdown.</p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/3francecoronavirus.jpg" style="height:450px; width:600px" /></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Police checkpoints and fines</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>The first few days of the French coronavirus lockdown were tolerable. Essential businesses stayed open, which included not only supermarkets but wine shops, cheese stores and bakeries. (It is France, after all.) When shopkeepers heard us speaking English, they offered a faint smile. "You're from America?" they enquired. "And you're still here?"</p> <p> </p> <p>Yes, still here. France is taking coronavirus seriously, and we feel safe in Nice, I told them.</p> <p> </p> <p>But then the rules of the lockdown became more restrictive. On March 17, French authorities forbade residents from leaving their homes unless they were going to a job that couldn't be done from home, buying groceries, going to the doctor or pharmacy or exercising alone. If you're outside, you have to carry a signed affidavit that says you're out of your home for a valid reason or face a fine of $40 to $150.</p> <p> </p> <p>Then the mayor of Nice, Christian Estrosi, tested positive for coronavirus. The next day, police stopped me while I was trying to walk along the Promenade des Anglais, the thoroughfare along the Mediterranean. Go home, they ordered. Shortly after that, they barricaded the crosswalks leading to the promenade, leaving the beach deserted.</p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/1presidentmacron.jpg" style="height:425px; width:600px" /></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>A turn for the worse</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>During the next week, as the lockdown tightened, the mood of the city darkened. Even when I left home for a valid reason, and with all of the right paperwork, I looked over my shoulder. Was my reason for being out valid enough? Would the police fine me this time?</p> <p> </p> <p>As I walked to the bakery, a man shouted from an apartment window, "Rentrez à la maison! (Go back home!)"</p> <p> </p> <p>While I was in the boulangerie, I asked an employee how she's holding up.</p> <p> </p> <p>"C'est catastrophique," she said. No need to translate that one.</p> <p> </p> <p>There are long lines out the door at the grocery store. The two-meter social distancing requirement makes them look even longer. Most of the shoppers stare ahead in silence, their expressions concealed by face masks. But their eyes convey a single emotion: fear. They are afraid of getting sick, afraid of what comes next.</p> <p> </p> <p>My daily walk to the supermarket takes me past a pediatric hospital, where I see young patients infected with coronavirus being carried up to the door by their parents.</p> <p> </p> <p>Some parts of Nice look completely abandoned. Only a few homeless people remain. On my way to the grocery store, one of them stumbled toward me, murmuring to himself in French too quick for me to understand. The next day, he was gone.</p> <p> </p> <p>Early this morning, I watched medics carry my neighbor into a waiting ambulance. That's when it hit me; coronavirus is in this building.</p> <p> </p> <p>People have described life under the lockdown as a waking nightmare. In Nice, I prefer a cinematic analogy. After all, Cannes, the site of the famous film festival, is only half an hour's drive down the Mediterranean coast. (Like a lot of other major events, Cannes, which had been scheduled for mid-May, is canceled.)</p> <p> </p> <p>This is like watching a low-budget movie about the end of the world, except that it never ends.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>What happens after the coronavirus lockdown?</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>There are pockets of resistance, if not to the coronavirus, then to French authorities with their many rules. In front of a restaurant that sells takeout falafel, I saw a group of young men arguing in Arabic, sans social distancing. In Masséna Square, one or two residents stubbornly sat on park benches, enjoying the spring weather.</p> <p> </p> <p>Every evening at 8 p.m., residents open their apartment windows and break into applause. They're clapping for the healthcare workers heroically putting their lives on the line to fight coronavirus. But they're also clapping for each other, applauding themselves for surviving another day in captivity. The pizza restaurant across the street stays open after 8 and drivers continue to deliver food to hungry residents. It turns out you can't impose a curfew on pizza delivery in France. The people wouldn't stand for it.</p> <p> </p> <p>Maybe there's a reason why police seem to tolerate these small gestures of defiance. They're signs of a shared hope that the coronavirus will be contained and that the lockdown will end soon.</p> <p> </p> <p>When people are released from their homes and the stores reopen, it wouldn't surprise me to see a celebration that will rival any this city has ever seen. And who knows, that day might fall on May 8, when Europe celebrates the end of World War II. In France, it's called La Fête de la Victoire (Festival of Victory). There may be no better way to describe the end of this long lockdown.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Author Bio:</strong></p> <p><strong><em>Christopher Elliott's latest book is </em>How To Be The World’s Smartest Traveler <em>(National Geographic). This column originally appeared in USA Today. Republished with permission.</em></strong></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>© 2020 Christopher Elliott.</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Highbrow Magazine</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Image Sources:</strong></p> <p><em>--Courtesy of Christopher Elliot</em></p> <p><em>--<a href="https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Emmanuel_Macron_(2017-05-29,_cropped).jpg" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline">Wikimedia.org</a> (Creative Commons)</em></p> </div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/france" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">France</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/coronavirus" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">coronavirus</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/living-france" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">living in france</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/travel-restrictions" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">travel restrictions</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/emmanuel-macron" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">emmanuel macron</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/south-france" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">south of france</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/curfew" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">curfew</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/social-distancing" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">social distancing</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/covid-19" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">covid-19</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Christopher Elliot</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-pop field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Popular:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">not popular</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-bot field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Bottom Slider:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Out Slider</div></div></div> Tue, 14 Apr 2020 10:50:06 +0000 tara 9482 at https://www.highbrowmagazine.com https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/10496-life-france-during-age-coronavirus#comments