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drivingfastonemptystreets · 8 months

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babs-zone · 1 year

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a covid conscious road trip diary

los angeles to portland and back, no viruses allowed | april 2023

by babs ✨

hi yes good to be back n writing here on tumblr dot com, and what better place to start than with a little joy? in this series (a companion guide to my tiktok vlogs) i'm going to share how my partner and i traveled from LA to PDX and back without contracting the novel coronavirus.

click here for the full playlist on tiktok. click here for the above video.

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who this is for:

people still using mitigation against SARS-CoV-2 looking for ways to get out and have a lil adventure without throwing caution to the winds

people who stopped using mitigation and are tired of getting sick

people who stopped using mitigation and want to start again

anyone else that finds it interesting ;)))

who this is not for:

people who don't think SARS-CoV-2 is a big deal and don't care to have an open conversation about why that is

people who want to police others behavior— i understand that we may not always see eye to eye, make exactly the same choices, etc, but there is a way to have those conversations while still acknowledging the reality that i have never knowingly been infected with SARS-CoV-2; while there's no accounting for luck, there's got to be something to what i'm doing

on that note, let's talk about my covid reality so we have a baseline knowledge of where i'm coming from:

29 / have fairly stable lupus and sjogrens syndrome / white (ashkenazi background is the lineage to carry the autoimmune diseases with 3 known cases in my fam) / (F) on medical charts but she/they to y'all tytyty / queer

my most *acutely* debilitating recurrent symptom is head and facial pain, which can be (though isn't always) triggered by mask wearing. i experienced this pain prior to the pandemic, but as time has gone on, i've had multiple episodes of pain directly connected to the pressure of a mask on my nose/sinus area (kind of in the same place as the malar rash), that extends into my eyes, up/over/around my skull, and into the clothes-hanger area of my bag, which can then in turn irritate my ribs (though not always, chronically ill people know how these things can cascade). this pain leaves me with intense sensory sensitivity (so in the dark, quiet, unable to do a lot of things), and can also include vomiting. for this reason, i try to spend as much time outside as possible.

10a-6p day job in communications where i work in person ~twice weekly at minimum (gotta Make Content and photos), as well as freelance photography, so my work is hybrid. in 2021 when i returned to work after i got vaccinated, i was still working the same food service job i'd been at since 2016. i ultimately quit that job in september of 2021 when i wasn't able to take enough time off to safely travel to photograph a wedding i'd committed to (driving takes way longer than flying), but had that not happened, i could've easily continued in that position despite the risk, as i'd structured my freelancing around that service job.

polyamorous and live with 2/3 of my partners (one works hybrid, one in service so all in-person), but we all have our own bedroom (even if we sleep in each others sometimes)

our household is in a pod with our other partners' household, which is three people in two bedrooms, all of whom work from home

my entire pod masks indoors outside of our homes unless the environment is intentionally controlled (prior testing, planning, etc); this has been a basic rule of thumb that has not changed the entire pandemic

a few of us, myself included, have access to tests through our jobs, so my household ~usually~ gets two PCRs and two RATs per week

both households have at least one HEPA filter (though all the filters need changing ngl)

both households have one aranet4 CO2 monitors, which is passed around based on need

we've had two covid positives in the pod: separate incidents, both in 2022, where both individuals were successfully isolated before further spread. blessedly, no longcovid symptoms from either of them.

so going into this trip, we brought

a good plan based on the swiss cheese model (above)

lots of different kinds of masks, as switching up the way pressure hits on my face can mean longer time able to mask

a bunch of covid tests

that's it

we considered taking one of the HEPA filters, but, as mentioned, they need changing and we just didn't have time to do so

likewise, didn't bring the CO2 monitors so others could use

ok, i think that's good background, now on to the fun!

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day 1 - LA to silicon valley

after packing up the car, our first stop was coffee at the palm in burbank (which has online ordering and a walk up window), then we drove drove drove.

next stop was for lunch in bakersfield at vida vegan eatery, which has outdoor seating, but it was covered on three sides with plastic. we could've asked the folks working to lift the plastic, or we could've just taken the chance and eaten outside there regardless, as we would've been the only ones out there, but we chose to eat in the car, because this was a driving day anyhow.

drove drove drove some more thru gilroy, the garlic capital of california, where we masked up to stop at a lil farm stand.

made it to silicon valley, where we stayed at the sunnyvale ramada. we looked at a lot of chain options in the area, and chose this one not because it necessarily had the best reviews, but because it clearly had rooms that opened to the outside as well as the AC unit visible on the window, so the room takes in fresh air.

when we arrive at hotels, we mask up while do the requisite once-over (check for bed bugs, etc). we turn the ventilation up real high, open any windows, and prop the door open. masks stay on til we get all the bags in, when we usually settle in.

on this night, we threw on some nicer clothes and took a rapid test (negiii) before heading out to grab my cousin for dinner. they mask regularly, and also rapid tested negative before we headed over. even so, we keep masks on and windows down when we share the car with anyone outside the pod.

ended up on a nice pedestrian street in mountain view for dinner outdoors at yugen ramen and it was so quiet; we truly had the place to ourselves. finally, topped off the night with a quick pop into the patisserie down the street, maison alyzée. it was close to closing, so mostly empty outside of the unmasked proprietor, but, to be frank, we went into this trip assuming we'd be the only ones masked anywhere.

alright that's all for day one, eleven more to go!

#roadtripdiaries #disabledjoy #wlwcouple #westcoastroadtrip #pdx #portlandoregon #covidconscious #covidcapable #livingwithcovid #covid19 #road trip #covid mitigation #mitigation matters #living with covid #swiss cheese #swiss cheese model

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lavanlife · 2 years

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El día a día en furgo mola, si pero…. ⬇️

Siempre hay días que tienes la furgo hecha un desastre o simplemente no te apetece desmontar la oficina, montar el comedor, cocinar, fregar…. Etc.

Y tampoco quieres mover tu vehículo y perder ese lugar perfecto donde pasar varios días frente al mar.

Por eso siempre llevo el longboard 🛹 a bordo. Porque es un medio de transporte muy cómodo, divertido y que ocupa muy poco espacio (unos patines también me valen 😜)

Es muy sencillo tenerlo a mano, hacer una parada en el trabajo y acercarte al centro del pueblo más cercano a tomar unas tapas. Y además, haces algo de deporte y te despejas visitando la zona después de una mañana en la furgo.

¿Te parece una buena opción?

¿Llevas algún medio de transporte alternativo cuando viajas con tu casa con ruedas?

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#viajoenfurgo #transporteverde #transportealternativo #miniroadtrip #roadtripdiaries #roadtrip #customboard #longboardsurfing #longboarders #longboard #surfboard #surfculture #downhilllongboarding #longboardclassic #realvanlife #vanlifereality #vanlifeforreal #vanliferealities #therealvanlife #enfurgomolamas #vantrip #vanlifedistrict #vwt5camper #camperbus #decathlon #oxeloskateboards #oxelo #longboarddance

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tomsoignant · 3 years

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#roadtrip #roadtrippin #roadtrips #roadtripping #roadtripusa #roadtriptv #roadtrip2020 #roadtripaustralia #roadtrip2018 #roadtrip2019 #roadtriplife #roadtripeurope #roadtrip2021 #roadtripnz #roadtripcanada #roadtripadventures #roadtripdiaries #roadtripwithkids #roadtripcalifornia #roadtripfood #roadtriptvbrooklyn #roadtrippingusa #roadtripdog #roadtriptvjack #roadtriptvmikey #roadtripsnacks #roadtripnorway #roadtripiceland #roadtripwithfriends #roadtripwithdogs (à France) https://www.instagram.com/p/CR3wikAIiPA/?utm_medium=tumblr

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amarevera · 3 years

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#mazda #mazdagang #mazdalove #roadtrippin #mazdalovers #roadtrips #cx30 #roadtriplife #roadtripmemories #roadtrippingusa #roadtrip2021 #tagify_app #roadtripdiaries #mazdafamilia #roadtripadventures #roadtripnz #mazdaworld #mazdafamily #mazdausa #mazdaclub #mazdaflow #roadtripusa #roadtripping #roadtrip (at Lake Wallenpaupack) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQXqZgUju0k/?utm_medium=tumblr

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wilsonchifike · 2 years

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From time to time we all need to take #timeout after a long day on the road .. @caprivi_houseboat_safari_lodge in #katimamulilo is that #cosy #comfortable #clean #peaceful #serene #calm spot where you@can lay your head down & get some #peacefulsleep .. #roadtripdiaries #wilsonchifike (at Caprivi Houseboat Safari Lodge) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cc39XdwjYmPuhnw0roNswy7c8b-o9GA4NsKWdk0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#timeout #katimamulilo #cosy #comfortable #clean #peaceful #serene #calm #peacefulsleep #roadtripdiaries #wilsonchifike

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swag1988 · 2 years

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Swamimalai Hill Trek One of the must-do treks in Yelagiri. It offers a beautiful view of the complete valley from the summit. Situated at an altitude of 4,338 ft, it is the highest point in Yelagiri. On the summit, you find a Shiva temple. There is a huge rock next to the temple. It is believed that there was a Trishul on the top of this rock earlier. The priest who took care of the temple used to climb the rock and offer his prayers. But the Trishul was stolen later making the rock just a viewpoint. Swamimalai Hill starts from Mangalam village in Yelagiri. There is a Mariamman temple at the centre of the village which is a major landmark as it is the starting point of the trek. The villagers visit the temple regularly and offer their prayers. People from the surrounding villages also visit the Shiva temple on the top to pay homage. The villagers’ unique customs, traditional tribal dwellings, summer festivals and their hospitality will definitely leave a lasting impression on everyone who visits the place #yelagiri #swammimalaihills #eatandtravelstories #roadtripdiaries #yelagirihills🌳 #yelagirihillstation #roadtrip #royalenfield #thunderbird350x #swagsthought (at Swamimalai Hills) https://www.instagram.com/p/CYx4L8dvmpD/?utm_medium=tumblr

#yelagiri #swammimalaihills #eatandtravelstories #roadtripdiaries #yelagirihills🌳#yelagirihillstation #roadtrip #royalenfield #thunderbird350x #swagsthought

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formidable-fermenter · 3 years

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On the way home we passed through New Mexico and Arizona again! We ate dinner in Tucson at @pinnaclepeaktucson , stayed at the @hotelmccoy , and ate breakfast at the gluten-free Gourmet Girls (for my family)!!! Then we hauled our way back to San Diego and our awesome home!!! — #roadtrip #roadtrippin #RoadTrips #roadtripping #roadtripusa #roadtrippers #roadtriplife #roadtripamerica #roadtripdiaries #roadtripin #roadtripper #roadtripwagon #roadtripcar #roadtriping #roadtripp #roadtripgoals #roadtrippingusa #roadtripfun (at Tucson, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CNeAZXPnuxQ/?igshid=nv6t2bnu6es6

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solitarytraveller37 · 4 years

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As our country is Unlocking phase after phase, and as the festive season is fast approaching, more people are coming out and planning a trip with their loved ones. . Keeping that in mind we bring to you the best routes for road trips in India. As travelling by trains and planes is still very much risky, we recommend travelling on your own cars and bikes. . India has some of the most beautiful roadways in the world. Be it the northern Himalayan roads or the southern mountain roads, we have everything. . Visit our website and plan your next trip. East, West, North and South we have covered it all. Share with us your favourite road trip experiences in the comment section below. Link in Bio. . Image Source: Google . #roadtrips #roadtripdiaries #incredibleindia #DekhoApnaDesh #indiantourism #travelconsultant #solitarytraveller #mumbai #goa #manali #leh #ladakh #chennai #puducherry #guwahati #cherrapunji #delhi #agra #bangalore #mysore #jaipur #mountabu #ooty #ahmedabad #kutch #puri #konark #gangtok #nathula #shimla (at India) https://www.instagram.com/p/CF19VV_JPMZ/?igshid=19uqai6f32rkp

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zabeehafaque · 4 years

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मुसाफ़िर हैं हम भी मुसाफ़िर हो तुम भी किसी मोड़ पर फिर मुलाक़ात होगी -बशीर बद्र . #Bashirbadr #Himachal #Mountains #OpenSky #riderlife #IndiaTravel #indiapictures #lockdown #roadtrip #Travellife #solotravel #incredibleindia #travelstories #musafir #tripstory #roadtripdiaries #globetrotter #wanderlust # #poetry #urdu #rekhta #Trekking #Chandranahan #UnseenIndia #Worldphotographyday @lenscrafters_india (at Litham, Himachal Pradesh, India) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEWoBILHX6g/?igshid=by0qktp2z5bq

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drivingfastonemptystreets · 11 months

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laamaadventours · 4 years

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We needed to get out of the house so drove down the street for a little weekend picnic ✨💛 who else is excited hit the road again soon?! Picture credits instagram @75vibes_

#sochmattravelkar #adventuretouring #laamaadventours #vanclan #ontheroad #roadtripdiaries #roadtrip #vanlife #vanlifediaries #coupleinlove #couplegoals #vanlifeadventures #vanlifeliving #hittheroad #intothewild #homeonwheels

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amarevera · 3 years

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#mazda #mazdagang #mazdalove #roadtrippin #mazdalovers #roadtrips #cx30 #roadtriplife #roadtripmemories #roadtrippingusa #roadtrip2021 #tagify_app #roadtripdiaries #mazdafamilia #roadtripadventures #roadtripnz #mazdaworld #mazdafamily #mazdausa #mazdaclub #mazdaflow #roadtripusa #roadtripping #roadtrip (at Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQXqGxpDGxy/?utm_medium=tumblr

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wilsonchifike · 2 years

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#vroomvroom #upandoffwego .. #vintage #classiccars .. #roadtripdiaries #wilsonchifike (at Gamsberg, Namibia) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cc367YHj5o-jqRvpXH9ksqTUY1oAOBGMz31-MA0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#vroomvroom #upandoffwego #vintage #classiccars #roadtripdiaries #wilsonchifike

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swag1988 · 2 years

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VANJARAM MEEN in Yelagiri #yelagirihills🌳 #yelagiri_hills🏔️ #yelagiridiaries #yelagiri #yelagirihillstation #roadtripdiaries #roadtrip #swagsthought #eatandtravelstories (at Yelagirihills, India) https://www.instagram.com/p/CYginMFvkUT/?utm_medium=tumblr

#yelagirihills🌳#yelagiri_hills🏔️#yelagiridiaries #yelagiri #yelagirihillstation #roadtripdiaries #roadtrip #swagsthought #eatandtravelstories

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travelvault7 · 4 years

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Road trip in United States of America 🇺🇲 . Follow @travelvault7 for more . #travelvault7 #zebras #roadtrip🚗 #roadtripcalifornia #roadtrippers #roadtriplife #roadtripamerica #californiaroadtrip #roadtripadventure #roadtripadventures #usaroadtrip #roadtripdiaries #roadtrippingusa #roadtrip🚗 #roadtripcalifornia #roadtrippers #roadtriplife #roadtripamerica #californiaroadtrip #roadtripadventure #roadtripadventures #usaroadtrip #roadtripdiaries #roadtrippingusa #girlwhoexplores #newyorkgram #unitedstatesofamerica🇺🇸 (at United States America) https://www.instagram.com/p/CC07yB3pEBm/?igshid=u6tsvhw52o08

#travelvault7 #zebras #roadtrip🚗#roadtripcalifornia #roadtrippers #roadtriplife #roadtripamerica #californiaroadtrip #roadtripadventure #roadtripadventures #usaroadtrip #roadtripdiaries #roadtrippingusa #girlwhoexplores #newyorkgram #unitedstatesofamerica🇺🇸

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