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Episode 5: May 4, 2020

Segment/Related Videos From Episode 5 (May 4, 2020) 
Show Notes From Episode 5 (May 4, 2020)

COVID-19:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/steps-when-sick.html

Show Links:
Chris Anderson
https://sha.cornell.edu/
Instagram:  @Cornell_SHA
Facebook:   @CornellSHA
Twitter:  @CornellSHA
YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGJgWsX6-hXZSQRHdUhwjMg
 
Chloe Pantazi-Wolber
https://www.insider.com/lifestyle
Instagram: @insider
Facebook:   @insider
Twitter:  @thisinsider
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHJuQZuzapBh-CuhRYxIZrg
 
Alex Britell
https://www.caribjournal.com/
Instagram:  @caribjournal
Facebook:  @caribjournal
Twitter:  @caribjournal
YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/user/caribbeanjournal
 
Fritz Smith
https://happyvalley.com/
Instagram:  @happyvalleypa
Facebook:  @happyvalleyadventurebureau
Twitter:  @HappyValleyAdv
YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/user/VisitPennState/featured
 
Pittsburgh, PA
https://www.visitpittsburgh.com/
 
National Travel Advisor Day
https://www.asta.org/
 
Cinco de Mayo
https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/cinco-de-mayo
 
Mother’s Day
https://www.almanac.com/content/when-is-mothers-day
 
Cozumel
https://www.visitmexico.com/en/main-destinations/quintana-roo/cozumel
 
La Mission
https://www.yelp.com/biz/la-mission-cozumel
 
Fly With Stella
YouTube:  Fly With Stella
Instagram:  @flywithstella
Facebook:  flywithstella1
Twitter:  @flywithstella
 
What To Look For From Potential Lodging Options
  • Enhanced Cleaning Procedures
  • Removal of Consumer-To-Consumer Touch Points (Redesigned Buffets, Mini-Bar Consideration)
  • Reconfigured Common Area Spaces (Social Distancing)
  • Mobile Check-In/Out, Keyless Room Entry
  • Eliminated Person-To-Person Services
  • Consistent Communication
 
Staycation Definition
A vacation or “short-term getaway” which may include travel within 90 minutes of your primary residence.  A staycation may include one or more overnight stays away from home.
Staycation Ideas
  • Travel Through Food and Drink
  • Take A Cooking Master Class
  • Watch Travel Movies
  • Read Travel Books
  • Theme Nights
  • Virtual Wine Tastings
  • Take An Online Museum Tour
  • Virtual Disney Experiences
 
10 Destination Ideas
Happy Valley, PA
Cozumel, QR Mexico
The Caribbean
The USA
Washington, DC
Salem, MA
Niagara Falls/Buffalo
The Jersey Shore LBI / AC / Cape May
Staunton, VA
Pittsburgh, PA

5 Tips
How To Take A Staycation
Take A Cooking Class
Hire A Chef For A Meal On Vacation
Begin Planning Logistics
Consider Trips Closer To Home

1 Thought
Remember What You Are Grateful For

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