By nature, we are not used to being cooped up inside our houses for long. So far, 2020 has forced us to stay indoors. But now that’s all changing, and the world is slowly getting back on track. A safe holiday is just what the doctor ordered to get rid of the haze of lockdown. The mind yearns for the great outdoors and the soul seeks release from close confines. Intrepid travellers are already stepping out.

Having started with weekend getaways, every subsequent holiday is now taking them farther and farther from home. But all is not as before. Not all holiday destinations are fully open yet. Some are still playing it safe while others have opened only partially. However, there are a few places, in India as well as abroad, that are welcoming travellers with open arms. Of course, you still have to follow safety and social distancing norms. So, if you’re planning your next holiday, here are six places that are safe to travel.

• Goa – The Party Capital
• Himachal Pradesh – The Mountains Call
• Kerala – A Holistic Holiday
• Dubai – A Posh Oasis
• The Maldives – Warm Island Hospitality