New York is very close to being the city that never sleeps again. Recently, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced the total reopening of the city for July 1 and, although there is still more than a month to go, the capital of the world is already resuming its fast pace and the streets are beginning to fill with tourists of all the world.
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This is due, in large part, to the other announcement that the president made about offering vaccines to tourists who visit attractions and emblematic places such as Times Square, the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge or Central Park.
“This summer, tourism will come alive again in New York City and many jobs will be recovered as a result. We want to go the extra mile, make it easy for tourists,” he said. “If they’re here, get them vaccinated while they’re here. It makes sense to put mobile vaccination posts where the tourists are.”
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The measure is already being implemented in the city. For example, from May 12 to 16, initially in some subway stations such as Penn Station and Grand Central, there will be free vaccination posts of a single dose of Johnson & Johnson vaccine, according to the governor of this state, Andrew Cuomo. “We are going to test what happens … We will see the receptivity and adjust it if necessary,” he told a news conference.
However, according to my experience added to that of other tourists, in different parts of Manhattan it is already possible to get the vaccine. In my case, the same day that I arrived in New York, in the afternoon, I went to the city’s vaccine location website vaccinefinder.nyc.gov
When I entered the zip code of the place of my accommodation, more than 10 vaccination posts located less than a mile appeared. Most said “walk-up” or “walk up vaccination.” They also showed what vaccine they had available so I decided to walk to a drugstore to give it a try.
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Upon arrival, the only requirement they asked was to show an identity document, in this case my passport and give the address of my accommodation in the United States. What vaccine do you want? The woman at the check-in point asked. After 10 minutes they had already vaccinated me and with the vaccine that I chose. It was an easy, fast and cost-free process.
Most city centers are open to walk-ins. On the other hand, according to several local media, the city is offering incentives to promote the immunization campaign such as free subway or train rides or tickets to tourist places such as museums due to the number of Americans who get vaccinated against covid- 19 has dropped in recent weeks, and New York is no exception.
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What to keep in mind if you are going to be vaccinated:
“If they’re here, get them vaccinated while they’re here. It makes sense to put mobile vaccination posts where the tourists are.”
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1. Budget
My first suggestion is that you consider your budget. The announcements of the American authorities to vaccinate tourists has boosted the demand for air tickets to New York and other destinations in the United States such as Miami. On the other hand, depending on the area of Manhattan, there are hotels with more favorable prices than others, such as those located near Wall Street. Also, do not forget to add to your budget the costs of the Covid-19 tests to leave or enter the country and the transfers to and from the airport. On the other hand, international insurance is highly recommended.
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2. Vaccinations without an appointment
As mentioned above, most New York City vaccination posts are open for walk-ins. The only essential requirement is a physical identity document. That is to say that in the case of tourists it must be the passport. Be sure to check the location of the vaccination centers, if they have any other requirements, and the hours they are open to the public.
3. Choose the type of vaccine
Unlike a few weeks ago, at this time in some places in the Big Apple it is possible to choose the type of vaccine. Keep in mind that tourists are offering the Johnson & Johnson which is a single dose. But there are cases of tourists who have opted for the Moderna or the Pfizer and have had to stay long enough or return to the United States for the second dose.
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4. Time for post-vaccination rest
Although each organism may or may not have different side effects, vaccination posts recommend rest after being vaccinated. Once it is put on, you should wait 15 minutes in place to make sure it feels right. Afterwards, it is also recommended to rest. Keep the above in mind in case your trip itinerary includes going to tourist places or if the priority of the trip is the vaccine.
5. Continue with security protocols
Remember that your body needs time to develop protection after any vaccination, so it is important to continue to take care of yourself and others with mask use and social distancing.
Camila Villamil Navarro
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