With the coronavirus pandemic causing families to spend more time inside, planning an overnight stay could provide a much-needed change of scenery. However, some additional forethought and a few adjustments to your packing list are necessary to ensure your safety. Put the following items in your luggage as you prepare for the trip.

4 Items That Reduce Exposure to the Coronavirus While Traveling

1. Masks

Most states require wearing a mask anytime you’re out in public. If you’re using disposable face coverings, bring enough for the duration of the trip, as well as a few extras in case you lose any.

For reusable materials, such as cloth masks, pack the necessary number of filters and bring along soap so that you can wash them at the end of each day.

2. Hand Sanitizer

Whether you’re filling up on gas or taking public transportation, you’ll encounter many high-touch surfaces. Small bottles of hand sanitizer are easy to transport, fitting directly into a pocket or hanging off the side of a backpack.

Encourage family members to apply sanitizer whenever they enter or exit a public space. Ensure timely refills by packing a larger bottle in your suitcase.

3. Disinfectant Wipes

Limit exposure to the coronavirus by giving high-touch surfaces a quick wipe down with a disinfectant. Keep a container in the hotel room so that you can clean doorknobs, faucets, and kitchen appliances throughout your overnight stay.  You should also clean your phone throughout the day to get rid of lingering germs.

4. Contactless Credit Card

Instead of swiping or inserting your card into a chip reader to complete a transaction, holding it above the machine can prevent contact with a high-touch surface. Verify that your credit card is contactless by looking for a sideways Wi-Fi symbol on the surface. If you don’t have one, call your bank and request this advanced payment solution.

Start planning your next overnight stay by reaching out to Best Inn Texas in Levelland, TX. Their staff maintains safety by limiting traffic in their main office and having guests check in through the window. Extra soap is available in every room, as well as an additional free roll of toilet paper. Learn more about their available rooms by visiting their website. Secure a reservation by calling (806) 894-7335.