We think we speak for everyone when we say we cannot wait to say goodbye to 2020 and hello to 2021. Over the past few months we have been working behind the scenes, setting up travel for client’s who feel comfortable flying for the holiday season. This year definitely presented some curveballs but we love a good challenge. We booked flights on carriers who have mask mandates, spaced out seating and HEPA filtration systems ( hello Delta, JetBlue and United Airlines ) as well as private planes and set up VIP fast track to avoid immigration lines. We chose preferred partner hotels, villas, private chefs, activity suppliers and restaurants who adhere to a strict Covid-19 guideline policy which includes mandatory testing and mask mandates for their employees as well as socially distanced tables and chairs. We also have set up any necessary Covid-19 testing requirements in advance and organized at home appointment testing for those who prefer a private Doctor rather then a center. Below, we share a sneak peek into some of their trips as well as their safety policies. Let’s face it, those who start the new year with a tan just always look better.
BEACH ENCLAVE
GETTING HERE: 20 minutes by car from Providenciales International Airport. (PLS)
ROOMS: The enclosed development on Grace Bay Beach is comprised of 4,5 and 6 bedroom villas.
ACTIVITIES: Pool, beach, non-motorized and motorized water sports, tennis, basketball court, fishing, kids club and golf.
MAPPS X THE BEACH ENCLAVE: $1000 private chef credit and a $500 credit to be a used towards water sport activities.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: A negative COVID-19 PCR test result from an accredited laboratory is mandatory (antigen and antibody tests will not be accepted). The test must have been taken no more than 5 days prior to travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands.
CLICK LINK FOR SAFETY MEASURES: https://www.beachenclave.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Beach-Enclave-COVID-19-FAQ.pdf
COMO PARROT CAY
GETTING HERE: After arriving at Providenciales International Airport (PLS), guests are driven 10 minutes to Leeward Marina where they depart on a 25 minute boat ride to the private island of Parrot Cay.
ROOMS: The enclosed development is comprised of 3, 4,5 and 6 bedroom private residences, 1 and 2 bedroom beachfront villas and 46 rooms/suites.
ACTIVITIES: Pool, beach, non-motorized and motorized water sports, tennis, fishing, kids club and spa/fitness.
MAPPS X THE COMO PARROT CAY: VIP priority complimentary upgrade, daily breakfast and resort credits
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: A negative COVID-19 PCR test result from an accredited laboratory is mandatory (antigen and antibody tests will not be accepted). The test must have been taken no more than 5 days prior to travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands.
CLICK LINK FOR SAFETY MEASURES: https://www.comohotels.com/en/booking-terms-in-relation-to-covid-19
FOUR SEASONS COSTA RICA
GETTING HERE: 35 minutes by car from Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport. ( LIR )
ROOMS: 120 rooms/suites and 49 private villas and residences.
ACTIVITIES: Pool, beach, non-motorized and motorized water sports, surfing, sailing, tennis, golf, fishing, kids club, hiking, biking, zip-lining, ATV and spa/fitness.
MAPPS X FOUR SEASONS COSTA RICA: VIP priority complimentary upgrade, daily breakfast and resort credits.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: No testing is required to enter Costa Rica, nor is a quarantine mandatory upon arrival. Upon return back into the US, the testing and/or quarantine requirements vary state by state.
CLICK LINK FOR SAFETY MEASURES: https://press.fourseasons.com/news-releases/2020/lead-with-care-program/
FOUR SEASONS MAUI
GETTING HERE: 25 minutes by car from Kahului Airport. (OGG)
ROOMS: 455 rooms/suites.
ACTIVITIES: Pool, beach, non-motorized and motorized water sports, surfing, sailing, tennis, golf, fishing, kids club, hiking, biking, zip-lining, ATV and spa/fitness.
MAPPS X FOUR SEASONS MAUI: VIP priority complimentary upgrade, daily breakfast and resort credits.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Proof of a negative COVID-19 test from a state-approved trusted testing partner and complete a State Dept. of Agriculture paper form (which is distributed on all flights) prior to arrival within the state.
CLICK LINK FOR SAFETY MEASURES: https://press.fourseasons.com/news-releases/2020/lead-with-care-program/
GRACE BAY CLUB
GETTING HERE: 15 minutes by car from Providenciales International Airport. (PLS)
ROOMS: Grace Bay Club has 26 different categories ranging from rooms/suites to private villas, residences and estates.
ACTIVITIES: Pool, beach, non-motorized and motorized water sports, tennis, fishing, kids club, spa/fitness and golf.
MAPPS X GRACE BAY CLUB: VIP priority complimentary upgrade, daily breakfast and resort credits.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: A negative COVID-19 PCR test result from an accredited laboratory is mandatory (antigen and antibody tests will not be accepted). The test must have been taken no more than 5 days prior to travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands.
CLICK LINK FOR SAFETY MEASURES: https://gracebayresorts.com/hotel-policies/
NIZUC
GETTING HERE: 8 minutes by car from Cancun International Airport. ( CUN )
ROOMS: 274 rooms, suites and private villas.
ACTIVITIES: Pool, beach, non-motorized and motorized water sports, tennis, kids club, spa/fitness and golf.
MAPPS X NIZUC: VIP priority complimentary upgrade, daily breakfast, one way airport transfer and a $100 spa credit.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: No testing is required to enter Mexico, nor is a quarantine mandatory upon arrival. Upon return back into the US, the testing and/or quarantine requirements vary state by state.
CLICK LINK FOR SAFETY MEASURES: https://www.nizuc.com/covid-19-update/
ROSEWOOD MAYAKOBA
GETTING HERE: 30 minutes by car from Cancun International Airport. ( CUN )
ROOMS: 274 rooms, suites and private villas.
ACTIVITIES: Pool, beach, non-motorized water sports, zip-lining, sailing, tennis, kids club, spa/fitness and golf.
MAPPS X ROSEWOOD: VIP priority complimentary upgrade, daily breakfast and resort credits.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: No testing is required to enter Mexico, nor is a quarantine mandatory upon arrival. Upon return back into the US, the testing and/or quarantine requirements vary state by state.
CLICK LINK FOR SAFETY MEASURES: https://www.rosewoodhotels.com/en/covid-19-update
WYMARA RESORT
GETTING HERE: 10 minutes by car from Providenciales International Airport. (PLS)
ROOMS: 91 rooms/suites and 5 private villas.
ACTIVITIES: Pool, beach, non-motorized and motorized water sports, fishing, tennis, golf and spa/fitness.
MAPPS X WYMARA: VIP priority complimentary upgrade, daily breakfast and resort credits.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: A negative COVID-19 PCR test result from an accredited laboratory is mandatory (antigen and antibody tests will not be accepted). The test must have been taken no more than 5 days prior to travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands.
CLICK LINK FOR SAFETY MEASURES: https://wymararesortandvillas.com/policies-and-procedures/
COMMERCIAL AIRLINE SAFETY MEASURES
DELTA: https://www.delta.com/content/www/us/en/travel-update-center/overview.html
JET BLUE: https://www.jetblue.com/safety
UNITED: https://www.united.com/ual/en/us/fly/travel/what-to-expect.html
PRIVATE AVIATION SAFETY MEASURES
NET JETS: https://www.netjets.com/en-us/safety
WHEELS UP: https://wheelsup.com/safety
* MAPPS works with a handful of preferred private aviation companies. You do not need to be a member of Wheels Up or Net Jets to fly private with our agency.