Marquita Payne Explains How Travelers Can Give Back to Communities When Visiting After the Coronavirus Pandemic

World traveler Marquita Payne explains how fellow travelers can give back to local communities when traveling after the Coronavirus pandemic.

CHICAGO, IL / ACCESSWIRE / May 7, 2020 / Travelers around the globe are anticipating much-awaited getaways following the Coronavirus pandemic. However, expert globetrotters like Marquita Payne express that travelers should view these upcoming getaways as chances to give back to local communities.

"As avid travelers, we have a responsibility to give back to the communities we visit around the globe," Marquita Payne says. "Many of these communities will be struggling, and there are a lot of simple things we can do to show our support."

Marquita Payne explains that one of the best things travelers can do is shop and dine locally. She says travelers should opt for small mom-and-pop shops and eateries as opposed to big box stores and chain restaurants. She used examples like skipping meals at McDonalds and coffee at Starbucks and choosing a local coffee joint or burger stop instead.

"It's so much easier than many people think to just live like a local while traveling," Marquita Payne says. "It's time to skip the big resorts and rent from local families and businesses."

Marquita Payne explains that this can be done by staying in locally-owned bungalows or Airbnb rentals rather than booking at large hotels. She describes that this is so essential, because travelers can see exactly where their money is going. That money can be used to support a local family rather than a group of executives at a major chain.

Marquita Payne: Supporting Local Social Causes Can Empower Small Towns

"I always make it a point to do some volunteering, no matter where I travel," Marquita Payne states. "Now, more than ever, we should all try to take part in some kind of volunteer effort when exploring foreign areas."

Avid travelers like Marquita Payne explain that supporting local social causes can empower small towns and businesses, helping them get back on their feet. Those who may not have time to volunteer on a short visit to a given area can help by bringing clothing and other items they don't need. Bringing small school supplies for children or t-shirts to give away can have a major impact on those who can't access these items as easily as most travelers can.

"The most important thing we can do when traveling following the Coronavirus pandemic is keep everything as localized as possible," Marquita Payne finishes. "It's a time to be more conscious about our travels, because many areas have suffered greatly due to a lack of tourism. We need to support those small hotels, eateries, and shops that make each destination unique."

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