What happens if I test positive for COVID-19 before a trip?

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There is a great deal of uncertainty about when we will travel freely again due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As governments are administering COVID-19 vaccines worldwide, people are naturally keen to travel both for business and leisure. But 2020 taught us that our Circumstances can change quickly, with restrictions implemented fast to stop the spread of COVID-19 cases. In fact, the vast majority of countries currently have limitations on travel.
Who can forget the scenes we saw last year where borders were closed overnight and left thousands of travelers scrambling for repatriation flights home? As well as being extremely stressful, without the Special Data suitable systems in place, needing to change your travel arrangements last minute can prove very expensive. If you are a travel manager, having to rearrange multiple team members' itineraries could make a substantial dent in your annual travel budget.
More importantly, when deciding if it's the right time to travel again, travelers need to assess various health hazards. This includes weighing up the risks to their health and the dangers of passing on the infection, especially to those at high risk in countries where vaccinations are rolling out at a slower pace. Contending with new outbreaks of COVID-19 cases, alternative strains, and overwhelmed public health systems reminds us that this is a global struggle we need to tackle together. Travelers need to be more conscientious than ever when making their vacation or business trip plans.  

When organizing their next trip, travelers need access to correct, up to date, information so they can make informed decisions as to whether it is safe to travel. If you decide to go ahead with your journey, what happens if you test positive? What steps should you take to protect yourself and others?
What should I do if I test positive at home?
Positive COVID-19 test result
Before you travel, you will need to study the latest restrictions for your destination. Ensuring you have a full understanding of what is required before your departure, while you are away, and when you return home is vital. Regulations differ hugely between countries. In summer 2020, tourists from the UK were shocked to find that they needed to wear a face-covering outdoors and on public transportation in Barcelona. Knowing what is expected of you in the country can help you get organized before you leave. After all, if you have a hectic business trip schedule, the last thing you need is to have to rush around to find extra face masks you could have packed at home. Using a system like TravelCare can help travelers prepare for their next trip and stay up to date with the latest safety briefings for their destination. With a simple online interface, users can access the latest regulations ahead of departure and keep informed with real-time notifications if circumstances change.
As part of this preparation to travel, you will undoubtedly be required to take a PCR test. Hopefully, this will result in a negative test result. It is absolutely crucial that you do not travel if you receive a positive result. You will need to self-isolate straight away and seek advice from your healthcare provider.
As well as the apparent health ramifications and disappointment, there is a significant amount of administration associated with canceling a trip. If you are a business traveler, there can be other consequences to the company that a travel manager will need to report on and manage. Having access to flexible fares for your flights and cancellation policies for your ground arrangements will be essential for the foreseeable future. Many insurers do not include pandemics in their policies.

But luckily, many operators, aware of the current climate, are allowing clients to rebook or cancel where needed. However, this can still be a massive headache, especially when you are unwell or a travel manager handling multiple people. Having an integrated system enables companies to access their travelers' information through a straightforward platform. With FlexiPerk, you can take advantage of refundable rates and cancel anytime, no questions asked.