Those of us that operate Beachcomber Vacations live here all year round. Weâre not new to the area or to hurricanes and other storms. We are experienced with, and respectful of, hurricanes and know the proper steps to take. Youâll find most local people will generously share that information with you.Itâs important to be able to trust your source when it comes to important subjects like hurricanes. Following is information we deem worthy. Please do not rely solely on social media.You will know days or weeks in advance when a hurricane is coming so youâll have plenty of time to get out of the way.Donât panic. A hurricane travels very slowly and can take weeks to get to where youâre standing.Expect the airports to have limited flight availability if theyâre open at all when an impending hurricane is due to reach land.
Before the storm is close be sure to stock up on bottled water, non-perishable food, flashlights, batteries and other essential items you may need for 1-2 weeks.If youâre vacationing during hurricane season whether it is with the airline, car rental agency or vacation accommodation agency travel insurance is a good idea.While not as hazardous, tropical storms can develop into hurricanes rather quickly, limiting the time available for a safe evacuation. Vacationers should stay in close contact with their tour operator, hotel staff, and local weather stations for updates and evacuation instructions in the event of a weather emergency.You will be notified ahead of time of the emergency shelters where you can go for shelter if an evacuation order is executed.]]>
