The Coronavirus is any group of RNA viruses that cause a variety of diseases in humans and other animals. The outbreak started in Wuhan, China.

Since it’s a virus, it spreads like one and cannot be “cured.” The only way to help is through medicine that can help the symptoms and the immune system’s strength and effectiveness.

So what does this all mean for travel?

The US State Department currently has a level 4 advisory for China, meaning “Do not travel.” And to help with this, many airlines have stopped all flights between the US and China. Cruises have also been effected by this. (Reference)

General travel precautions include good things to practice all the time. Wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds. Don’t touch your face. Sneeze into your elbow. But those masks that everyone’s wearing? They’re not useless, but they are less effective.

There’s a lot of misinformation about the coronavirus. But all you need to know for your travels in the near future is to wash your hands and don’t touch your face.