
2020/ 5/ 1
In response to the spread of the new coronavirus, a state of emergency has been declared nationwide, and the mood to refrain from going out is increasing day by day.In order to prevent the spread of infection, each person is required to act with self-awareness and be conscious of not getting infected with the virus or infecting others.
On the other hand, what you need to be careful about is your mental health.Especially in families with energetic children, being cooped up at home can cause stress not only for the children but also for the father and mother.
Is there a way to reduce the risk of infection and have a safe and enjoyable change of pace?
Therefore, this time, we will consider the safety of glamping, which is attracting attention as a place where you can avoid the "three Cs" that pose the risk of infection and release stress due to refraining from going out.
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The new coronavirus, which is spreading around the world, is said to be a type of pneumonia.As an effective vaccine is still in the development stage, there is no definitive treatment, which is why it is considered a scary disease.
Infection spreads through droplets from an infected person's coughs or sneezes, so it is important to avoid the "three Cs" that pose a risk of infection.
The three Cs refer to closed spaces, crowds, and close quarters.You should avoid being in unventilated spaces, crowding in one place, and having close conversations with other people.Recently, we have often heard the term social distancing, and it is said that it is important to maintain a distance of 3 meters when talking to others to prevent the spread of infection.
Thorough hand washing and gargling are also essential preventive measures.
Even though a state of emergency has been declared nationwide, it is said that it is safe to go for a walk around the neighborhood in small groups, go outside for light exercise, and go out to maintain health and reduce stress.
Meanwhile, glamping is mainly an outdoor activity where it is relatively easy to avoid the 3Cs, and if you use your own car to go to the destination and stay in an independent tent or private villa, you can come into contact with other people. It is thought that the risk of infection can be reduced because there are almost no incidents, and it is attracting attention as a place that can reduce the stress caused by restrictions on going out.
Glamping is centered around the real pleasure of camping, which is contact with nature, so facilities are often located in the suburbs, making it convenient to travel by private car.
If you use your own car to travel with just the family you usually live with, the environment will be almost the same as being at home, and you will be able to reach your destination safely and securely.On public transportation, which is used by an unspecified number of people, even if you open the windows and try to ventilate regularly, it is difficult to maintain distance between people during relatively crowded times such as commuting. , close contact is unavoidable.Compared to traveling by public transportation, traveling by private car has a much lower risk of infection.
However, getting out of the car is the same as leaving the house. Don't forget to avoid the 3 Cs, cover your mouth properly with a mask, and maintain social distance of about 2 meters.Also, refrain from taking detours to crowded commercial facilities or tourist spots before arriving at your destination.
Many glamping facilities are independent tents or private villas, which reduces contact with other guests and staff.
In addition to independent tents and villas, some facilities are taking measures to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus, such as limiting the number of overnight stays and allowing check-in and check-out to be done inside the tent or guest room. There are many.There are few places where people gather, such as lobbies and accommodation floors, and there are few places where there is a possibility of passing each other, which greatly reduces the chances of coming into contact with other people, which is a great advantage unique to glamping facilities.
Glamping is chosen as a safe and secure trip because meals and experiences can be enjoyed outdoors rather than in closed spaces such as banquet halls, restaurants, or indoors.BBQ on the outdoor deck of a tent or villa, dining indoors in a private room, activities in the great outdoors, walks in the mountains, rivers, or beaches with few people, etc. It will be easier to avoid crowds and create an environment with less risk of infection.
You can also get away from the stressful daily life of staying at home and get in touch with nature to free your mind.It goes without saying that keeping your mind healthy is also very important in defeating the virus.
Indoor leisure and entertainment facilities such as movie theaters and karaoke that people use with family and friends to refresh their mood and relieve stress, as well as commercial facilities where people can enjoy shopping, are forced to close, or even if they are open, they have to shorten their business hours. .
Schools are closed and we don't know when they will start again, so spending all your time at home is stressful, even if it's to prevent the spread of the virus. The phrase ``corona fatigue'' is starting to be heard, and the longer the request to refrain from going out continues, the more it will be necessary to find ways to moderately relieve stress.
Glamping has the great appeal of being able to enjoy the outdoors, that is, being able to come into contact with Mother Nature.Just going to a different place than usual can be a refreshing change of pace, but getting in touch with nature, which has a healing effect, can also reduce stress.
Even if it's outdoors in a small neighborhood park, if people gather together, it becomes a crowded space, making it difficult to run around or play ball while keeping a distance from other people.However, if it is a glamping facility located in a relatively vast natural environment, you can run around, play in the river, or play at the seaside while keeping a sufficient distance from other people, which can relieve the lack of daily exercise. I can.
Depending on the facility, each villa is equipped with a large courtyard or private pool, creating a completely private space where you can move your body to your heart's content without worrying about your surroundings.
Many glamping facilities have a Wi-Fi environment.Some facilities allow parents to work while letting their children play within sight.When you usually work from home, don't your children complain that they want to go outside or don't know what to play with?In such cases, you may have to take a break from work and take your child outside, or think together about what they should do to play.
However, if there is a playground called Mother Nature, children are likely to use their imagination and play to their fullest.You may be able to obtain an environment where you can concentrate more on your work than usual.
I mentioned that glamping, which is in an environment where it is relatively easy to avoid the 3 Cs, is an effective way to maintain mental and physical health.However, there are of course things you need to be careful about.If you travel by car and stay in individual tents or villas, you can certainly travel with less contact with other people, but this does not mean there is no risk of infection.
Depending on the facility, toilets, baths, showers, sinks for cooking, etc. may be shared, and there is no chance of contact with facility staff.When planning a trip, you need to make sure that your accommodation has proper safety measures in place, and also think about how you will get to your destination and what you will do.
As I mentioned earlier, in order to not get infected with the virus or spread it, it is important to avoid the three Cs: closed rooms, crowded places, and close quarters.Check in advance to see if safety measures are being implemented properly, such as check-in/out, dining locations, limits on the number of guests, and other measures to prevent contact with other people and prevent too many people from gathering. Sho.Another consideration is whether facilities such as toilets, baths, and showers are available in the tent or villa and do not need to be shared with others.
It is also necessary to check whether they are paying close attention to the health of their staff and the hygiene of the facility.Check the accommodation's website to see if staff are wearing masks, taking daily temperature checks and other health management measures, and thoroughly ventilating areas during cleaning, disinfecting frequently touched areas, and disinfecting with alcohol. Be sure to take a look at what initiatives are being taken.After that, please make a reservation if you feel it is safe and secure.
It is best to avoid using public transportation such as trains, planes, and boats that are used by a large number of people.When deciding on a destination and place to stay, it is important to consider whether the accommodation facility can be reached by car alone, whether it is within driving distance without having to stop somewhere, and whether the accommodation has a parking lot.After all, you shouldn't choose a faraway place where you can't go by car.
It may still take a considerable amount of time for the new coronavirus to come under control.It is likely that we will be forced to refrain from going out for a prolonged period of time, and it will become even more important to maintain our physical and mental health.Under such circumstances, glamping is attracting attention as a safe and secure way to travel.It's true that glamping is outdoors, so it's easy to avoid the three Cs, and dissipating energy in the great outdoors can help reduce stress and relieve lack of exercise.However, when planning a trip, be sure to fully understand the infection situation, and when you do go out, remember to use your own car and avoid contact with other people as much as possible, and take steps to prevent yourself from getting infected. Don't.
Below we have summarized the reasons why glamping can be enjoyed safely and securely, as well as the things to keep in mind when going glamping.
・The cause of the new coronavirus infection is droplets from an infected person's coughs or sneezes, so it is important to avoid the "three Cs" of closed spaces, closed rooms, and crowds.
・Glamping, which is outdoors, makes it easy to avoid the 3 Cs. If you use your own car and stay at a facility where each tent or private villa is independent, you can reduce contact with other people and reduce the risk of infection. can.
・People tend to be stuck at home every day due to requests to refrain from going out, which can lead to stress and lack of exercise.Glamping, which allows you to get in touch with nature, run around on vast grounds, play in the river, and walk along the mountains or the seaside, is an effective way to reduce stress and overcome lack of exercise.
・Many glamping facilities are equipped with Wi-Fi, so parents can work while letting their children play.
・In order to enjoy glamping safely and securely, it is necessary to check in advance whether the facility is in an environment where you can avoid the three Cs and whether measures against the new coronavirus are being taken in terms of hygiene.
・When you actually go out, you are required to not only use your own car but also to take precautions to prevent infection, such as wearing a mask.
*This column was created based on information as of May 2020, 4.
Due to the issuance of a state of emergency, there may be changes to the business status of facilities.
When going on a trip, check the latest official information and try to avoid closed spaces, crowds, and close contact.
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