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#SAFEscape: 6 Adventures You Can Safely Take with The Travel Club

Lucky Alabado
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For more than a year now, COVID-19 has thrown our travel plans into disarray. We’ve had to deal with cancelled flights, airfare refunds, and rescheduled trips. Sometimes, even a quick get-together with friends has to be postponed indefinitely. Safety has become our number one priority and we don’t mind putting our plans on the back burner as long as we and our families remain safe and healthy.
But at one point or another, we crave a getaway. We dream about waves and beaches and the sheer joy of stepping into a new city for the first time. We fall in love with the thought of a vacation and the idea of escaping the constant worry and anxiety we feel every single day.

We need a #SAFEscape.

#SAFEscape, a portmanteau of the words SAFE and ESCAPE, is an enriching experience that sparks wonder and purpose. It is embarking on a journey to find marvels in things big and small, with safety in mind. It is travelling with a meaningful goal and intention.

With proper planning and the right travel equipment, every trip can be a #SAFEscape. Below is a list of adventures you can turn into a #SAFEscape right now.

1. Road Trips

Perhaps one of the most therapeutic activities in the world is driving to nowhere and belting out your favorite tunes while rolling on the highway. You get that sense of freedom and learn more about yourself.

How you can turn this into a #SAFEscape:

Lessen your need to get out of your car by bringing everything you need, like food, safety masks, and alcohol, before you hit the road. These must-haves are exactly what you need:

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Nalgene Lunch Buddy. Available for only PHP 1990.00 here.

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Columbia Accessory Case. Available for only PHP 870.00 here.

2. Beach Trip

There’s something about a beach vacation that washes away stress. For many, it’s the default definition of a getaway and some of us can’t wait to just lie down under the sun and feel the sand on our feet once again.

How you can turn this into a #SAFEscape:

As some beaches in Batangas, Subic, and other nearby provinces slowly reopen, it’s easy to let excitement get the best of us and forget practicing safety measures against COVID-19. Bring these travel essentials and pack with safety in mind to keep yourself reminded.

 

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Sea to Summit Hanging Toiletry Kit. Available for only PHP 1490.00 here.

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Sea to Summit Lightweight Dry Sack. Available for only 690.00 here.

3. Cycling Trips

A bike vacation has recently become a popular choice for travelers—and for great reasons. Getting on a two-wheeled adventure is the best way to travel alone together with friends in a time when social distancing is a must. And because biking is a form of exercise, it has countless health benefits your body will thank you for later.

How you can turn this into a #SAFEscape:

When going on a bikepacking adventure, a multi-functional, lightweight bike helmet is your greatest ticket to safety. You will also need to have an unbreakable, leak-proof water bottle to keep yourself hydrated throughout the ride.

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Livall Sport Helmet. Available for only PHP 7990.00 here.

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Nalgene 1L Wide Mouth Water Bottle. Available for only PHP 790.00 here.

4. Hiking Trips

Consider going on a hiking trip if you want to be physically active and be surrounded by natural peace and quiet. This usually takes just half of your day, depending on the length of the trail you want to explore.

How you can turn this into a #SAFEscape:

Invest in a high-quality backpack and a comfortable hiking jacket. You need to be able to carry everything you need on your back and be as lightweight as possible, so equip yourself with hiking gears such as these:

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The North Face Venture 2 Jacket. Available for only PHP 7990.00 here.

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Columbia Trail Elite 55L Backpack. Available for only PHP 13,990.00 here.

5. Camping Trips

If you want a little bit more time with nature, camping is the way to go. The goal is to find a secluded campsite where you can set up camp and enjoy a relaxing view that most people never get to see.

How you can turn this into a #SAFEscape:

Staying outdoors overnight will require durable and water-resistant camping gear to keep you dry and bug-proof. Check out these camp must-haves that will make your campcation more enjoyable:

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Poler Napsacks. Available for only PHP 8490.00 here.

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Poler Two-Man Tent. Available for only PHP 18,390.00 here.

6. Overlanding Trips

Going on an overland adventure is like road tripping and hiking at the same time. You intend to discover untraveled roads and make sure you have the means to survive with what you have. It’s traveling without a destination and making the journey the purpose.

How you can turn this into a #SAFEscape:

Being an overlander is a commitment. You need to be prepared before you begin your expedition. To keep you safe and protected, you must have a heavy-duty duffel bag and a handy solar lamp like the following:

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Osprey Transporter® 40. Available for only PHP 5490.00 here.

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Poler Inflatable Solar Lamp. Available for only PHP 790.00 here.

Take These #SAFEscape Essentials With You

Whatever type of #SAFEscape you decide to have, it’s important that you keep these safety essentials in your bag.

1. A mask set designed to keep you safe and your masks clean