Coronavirus | COVID-19 Update
June 11, 2020
Over the past months, we have all been impacted by the effects of COVID-19 and the unprecedented impact it has generated. Our thoughts and prayers continue on behalf of all of those directly affected by the virus, and those working tirelessly to prevent it’s spread.
We are truly honored for the privilege to partner with so many schools and organizations over the past 33 years with excellent travel programs. It is our sincere desire that many students’ lives have been excited, expanded and empowered thr...
Below are answers to questions you may have:
Is My Program Going To Be Cancelled or Moved?
What does Students on Tour do to increase safety and care for the well-being of travelers?
Students on Tour has always taken, and continues to take, a proactive approach to the health and safety of our travelers. Their safety and security is, and always will be, our highest priority.
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Our Education Program Leaders are trained to regularly encourage best practice hygiene with our travelers. Additional measures are always taken especially during flu season. Necessary time is taken to provide travelers with the opportunity to get supplies as needed, and ensure proper hand-washing time is provided for before and after meals.
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The airline transportation industry has taken increased measures to be transparent regarding safe travel environments for travelers. Innovative steps are being taken to ensure clean air and sanitized surfaces for both in the air and in airports.
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Motorcoach companies are taking additional steps to ensure regular sanitation of all hard surfaces and are providing hand sanitizer stations on all motorcoaches.
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Hotels and other sites are proactively following heightened sanitation procedures. They are developing additional long-term standards to ensure sanitization to assist in the prevention of spreading of germs.
What Can Travelers Do To Stay Well?
All travelers should follow standard hygiene practices to stay healthy.
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Do not touch any part of your face without first washing your hands. -
Avoid contact with persons who are already ill. -
Avoid unnecessary touching of other persons (e.g. shaking hands in greeting). -
Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. -
Carry hand sanitizer (60-95% alcohol) and use it for situations where handwashing might not be possible. -
When you cough or sneeze, cover your mouth with a tissue or in your elbow. -
Stay home if you are ill.
These tips will also help travelers protect themselves against the common cold and flu viruses.
What If A Traveler Gets Ill?
Trusted Resources
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CDC travel notices -
CDC COVID-19 webpage -
WHO COVID-19 webpage -
US State Department -
Student Youth Travel Association webpage: https://syta.org/coronavirus-resources-communications-and-websites/
What if I need to cancel?
Will I get a full refund?
When will I receive my refund?
Why am I receiving an airline voucher?