What are the predictions for 2021 regarding the pandemic?

Here we are to let you know!

Because of the COVID-19 we continue to suffer from all kind of disruptions in school, work,  social and love life. Here are some trends 2021 you may see at work:

Hybrid Work Model

Most organisations started to rebalance work and home situation for their employees. While being in the office becomes optional for many workers, home tends to be the main place of work.

 Complying with New Health Standards and Regulations

At the same time employers had to reconsider safety measures at work, take care of the hygeine and monitoring employee’s health and temperature. Many businesses may invest into advanced temperature monitoring devices, improve ventilation system and install contactless access solutions throughout their propriety.

Needless to say that every office will have to be equipped with sanitizers, soaps, masks and gloves. The market of sanitizers is developing as frequent usage of such products may be damaging your skin. Here is a Touchland sanitizing mist which can also hydrate your skin:

Contactless everything

In order to ensure safe environment at work, employer may need to rearrange the office structure. Contactless switches, contactless access control, increased distance between desks and people.

Tech tools and IT support Rise

Practically every organisation will need to expand their IT department and update their employees tech devices to provide opportunities for efficient and productive collaboration. Moreover, in Tech worl itslelf we expect the following:

• Camera improvements – people communicate via video calls and coferences forming a “video culture” which drives the rapid development.
• Improved audio and everything connected with it (real-time translate and note-capturing).
• Ergonomic designs – to be able to work for longer hours at home.
• Multi-cloud cloud management solutions are further developped driven by decline in printing and remote mode of work.

Gaming as a Social Tool

And what happens after work? Gaming will florish in 2021 as a way to entertain and stay connected. Cloud game is expected to take off this year due to increased access to conectivity and choices of platforms.

What is the travel be like till the end of this year (or maybe the next one)?

Travel seems to be starting up again. Slowly. Although the particular country has been included on the list of potentially possible destinations, it is not guaranteed that it will not be excluded the last moment.

So, if you are not ready to lose your money and nerves, we recommend planning something less “big” this year holiday season (and who know how long this situation is going to last). We do not recommend travelling internationally unless you are ready to risk it, have a decent insurance protecting against such cases and even more importantly you have a plan B.

So, other options you may consider are two:

“Outdoors”

What we mean here: do not travel far. Make it a picnic by the lake or a short road trip/camping or hiking adventure. This year seems to be a perfect time to celebrate nature.

While the weather is still good, try to stay outside. gather with friends and family for a nice picnic in the park or by the nearby lake. Pack your picnic basket with all the easy-to-cook (and serve) basics. Here is a great device to include: Bevvo. Just take all the ingredients with you and make smothies anywhere on the go!

Going Gear will help you to find all the necessary things for your nearby hiking trip! Everything from portable power banks to first-aid kits! Do not forget to take a chair for your picnic (or a tiny hiking adventure)! Find every kind of chair at Everywhere Chair. Our favorite are directors chairs (made in America by the way!).

While walking and climbing nearby mountains and hills consider using durable and eco-friendly clothing. Here is a great sustainable LIVSN. They also can bring on some inspiring local travel ideas:

10 Canoe Trips You Can’t Miss

Tip: Wanna make your little gathering fun? Take some board games! Mafia, monopoly, and poker are the classics and the healthies and friednliest way to spend time.

Here is another fun activity you may consider: Bulldog Targets

In case your picnic will be in nature and you will need to axe or cut many things, think about this multi-tool: COMBAR. It is elite tool kit built for military units, law enforcement agencies, and Search and Rescue forces.  It is high priced but has indeed exceptional quality. Proudly made in Isreal.

“Local”

What does it mean? Simply: not international. The country is big and there are many beautiful places to discover. Your travel can be as long as you like, just make sure to prepare well. We all deamt of a proper caravan trip, now isn’t it a perfect time?

If you are going for a serious caravan kind of travel, consider visiting Camping World. Here you can find any possible appliances for inside and outside of your RV! Sofas, recliners, ACs, heaters, camping tents, fire pits and what not. Seriously. They have everything. You can as well find your perfect RV here.

If you are going camping and searching for special promotions, check this website: Campingmaxx. They suggest all the essentials at very low price! Subscribe for their newsletter to receive special deals up to 75% OFF!

What is camping (or hiking) without a nice barbecue? SoloStove suggests all the possible fire pits, stoves, cookware, roasting sticks, windscreens, and dinnerware! Kick off your backyard tailgate season!

Campmor suggests free shipping on orders over $49 and you can return the item in sellable condition for any reason. They have all the basic equipment necessary for camping and outdoor fun. The shop also features great shoes and clothing!

Another shop to check is Campgear. The choice is sometimes limited but it still has a variety of interesting products including kayaks, coolers, and GoPro accessoires!

Should we cancel all the travel this year?

Nope!

Surprisingly, the amount of people traveling this year dropped by only 20 percent this summer.

Do not be desparate, there is still a way to spend your summer in the best possible way.

Start preparing for your next trip in advance!

Are you a normad? First things first! You need to protect yourself. We recommend explore the market of Insurance before making any decisions (we have time for this). Life insurance, health insurance, travel insurance… You can check this website for an idea (it is built especially for Nomads)!

Moreover why not addressing the question of your pet’s health at the same time? While you are away everything can happen (it can happen actually anytime, so buying insurance is really a great idea!). Here is an interesting and user-friendly US pet insurance known as Lemonade. Moreover you can enroll into a different community-based service Eusoh, where a group of pet owners colaborate and share the expenses (so, monthly fee varies). Do not forget to read about their name story

Do you have a car?

One of the best things to do is to take a road trip! It is a much safer option these days. Moreover, it will spare your money as gas is not that expensive this year. Do not forget to estimate the insurance here at Rentalcars.

In case you do not have a car we strongly recommend you to hire one! There are many websites suggesting discounts and special offers. We will write about your regional options in our next posts, meanwhile here is a universal site for checking out the deals.

Plan Destination

And finally start planning the route. The best idea is to open the map and just start dreaming.

Maybe there are some interesting locations not that far?

Or maybe you can read the articles from other travellers and et inspired by their stories? Everyone’s favorite source is Tripadvisor, where you can find not only the stories and reviews but also check the prices of the hotels and flights!

So, where is your next place to visit?

The borders started to open again and we try to think positively!

As everyone keeps speaking about our life after COVID-19 is not going to be the same, we decided to write about how exactly our lifestyles are altered by pandemic.

Good news! Some countries are about to reopen their border. Can we start dreaming about travel again?

Here are some countries that might open up for tourism in the nearest future (July-August):

• Aruba, Egypt, Bahamas, Turkey, Morocco and Malta are to open the borders in July.
• Russia and Maldives are to open borders on July 15.
• Israel will open the borders on August 1st but only for some countries.
• Cuba, Thailand and some African countries are to open its borders internationally in the end of August.
• For a nice timeline view visit the source here.
• What does it all mean? There is still hope we can enjoy some of this year.

Do you think your life will ever be the same though?

Probably not.

It is a good idea to have some COVID-19 accessories: a face mask or even a sneeze shield? We think a face mask will stay with us until the next year (or even longer). So, let’s try not to get sad.

The easiest option is, of course, to order with Aliexpress. It’s cheap and basic. If you want to bulk shop and you need a plain face mask it might be your best choice.

Some famous and reputable brand as well offer face masks! For example you can find them on GAP and GapFactory websites:

What if you want to have just a bit more fun? There are multiple stores proving a great variety of nonconventional masks:

Here in Zazzle you can find our favorite mask with a dog’s nose.

What about a mask for film enthusiasts? You can find this pretty piece at RedBubble:

And finally Michael’s suggests everything to make your own mask! You can find a DIY category and also you can buy a ready-to-use sneeze shield!

And another website Antropologie suggests not only sto buy some beautiful DIY masks but also walks you through the whole process of making your own without having even to buy anything:

Have you find something even better?

Let us know info@lifestylearchitects.club

Stick to the basics

Stuck at home? Don’t let depression and lack of things to do destroy your body!

The best at-home workouts don’t necessarily require equipment other than your own bodyweight.

The easiest excersises can help you to stay in shape. Just make sure to practice regularly, if nothing to do, multiple times per day!

Lunges

Challenging your balance is an essential part of a well-rounded exercise routine. Lunges do just that, promoting functional movement, while also increasing strength in your legs and glutes.

Pushups

Pushups are one of the most basic yet effective bodyweight moves you can perform because of the number of muscles that are recruited to perform them.

Squats

Squats increase lower body and core strength, as well as flexibility in your lower back and hips. Because they engage some of the largest muscles in the body, they also pack a major punch in terms of calories burned.

Side planks (or a basic plank!)

A healthy body requires a strong core at its foundation, so don’t neglect core-specific moves like the side plank. Focus on the mind-muscle connection and controlled movements to ensure you’re completing this move effectively.

Situps

Although they get a bad rap as being too basic, situps are an effective way to target your abdominal muscles. If you have lower back problems, stick with a crunch, which requires just your upper back and shoulders to lift off the ground.