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Naomi

Tour coordinator

Elephant Tour

Latest COVID-19 conditions

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This is Naomi Elephant Tour.
We are pleased to inform you that immigration documents to be submitted by customers arriving at LAX related to Corona are now required.
This rule was issued on November 27/2020.

It is a document to the effect that you will comply with the rules of Los Angeles when you enter the country. It seems that customers can apply in advance from the website or use their mobile phones after arriving in Los Angeles.
All you need is a simple phone number, name, email address, etc.
I think it would be nice to let people from Japan know in advance.
However, as the laws and regulations change frequently, changes may occur.
You will not forget it because the staff will ask you when you enter Japan, but be careful as the fine is $ 500.
https://travel.lacity.o…
If you read the beginning of the document, you can enter the country for essential travelers such as study, work and medical care.
However, out-of-state and international migrants, including residents, need to be quarantined for 14 days.
We are currently unable to accept visits such as travel and outdoor recreation.
It may be time to put up with it to stop the infection around the world.

CANADA

Dec. 2, 2020

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Metro Vancouver Public Transportation TransLink's reindeer bus is a Christmas tradition.
The number is one every year, but this year it is nine to commemorate the 35th anniversary of its introduction. It is launched on different routes every day.
It is part of the Toys for Tots, a volunteer activity where employees solicit donations of toys for children in low-income households.

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CANADA

Dec. 1, 2020

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The Museum of Anthropology (MOA) building at the University of British Columbia (UBC) in Vancouver has a modern design that combines glass and concrete, but has been refurbished to meet current seismic standards. The large hall will be dismantled and rebuilt with the latest seismic isolation technology.

The Anthropology Museum is famous for its exhibition of indigenous art. Designed by renowned Canadian architect Arthur Erickson, it was completed in 1976. From the large hall lined with totem poles, you can see the garden that resembles an indigenous village. The museum will be open during the renovation, but construction is scheduled to be completed in the summer of 2022.

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Naomi

Tour coordinator

Elephant Tour

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Access to Buena Vista Street in California Adventure Park has explored Disneyland Resort (Anaheim), which opened on November 19/2020. Only the dining and shopping area is open and no rides are driven. Admission is free as it is released as an extension of Downtown Disney. This time is Sunday, the last day of Thanksgiving. I went first in the morning, but I didn't line up until the entrance. If you want to try it, we recommend you to have an early time.
Despite going quite early, there were already lines in the park and at Downtown Disney's souvenir shops.
Cathay Circle Restaurant is already full of reservations until January.
Although the infection was spreading, it was crowded with the love of local Disney. A lot of Christmas trees are displayed and the holiday feeling is perfect. I have enjoyed a walk safely while keeping the distance from other people, the mask, and the hand washing.
At the same time, even more stringent corona measures have been implemented in California from November 30th today.
Especially in Los Angeles, outdoor eating and drinking outside the store is also prohibited.
In the same California, Orange County, with Anaheim, continues to eat and drink outdoors. The actual situation is that even in the same state, there are variations depending on the municipality.
In any case, I would like you to continue to do your best until the park is fully released.

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CANADA

Nov. 30, 2020

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The Government of Canada has extended the quarantine order for entry from abroad except the United States until January 21, 2021.

Entry for sightseeing is not allowed. Canadian citizens and permanent residents, their spouses, parents, children and international students can enter the country, but self-isolation is required for 14 days.

Immigration restrictions on the US-Canada border are currently until December 21st.

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UNITED STATES
Las Vegas

Nov. 30, 2020

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Today is the last day of the four consecutive holidays.
The guide who returned from the two-day tour sent me a photo of Zion National Park and Horseshoe Bend that I visited on this tour, so I will post it.
As you can see, the weather was good and the customers were satisfied.
In the first place, the number of visitors to the tourist destinations of the Grand Circle decreases due to the cold in winter, but as the number of people infected with corona in the United States does not decrease easily, many states restrict movement, so even during consecutive holidays. Regardless, it felt quiet everywhere.
In a sense, it would be convenient to be under this corona because there aren't many people around.

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UNITED STATES
Las Vegas

Nov. 29, 2020

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America is currently in the middle of Thanksgiving holidays.
While no tourists from Japan can be expected yet, customers living in the United States took the tour during this consecutive holiday. One of them participated in a 3-day course to stay in Monument Valley.
I have received a photo of today's Monument Valley from a guide on site, so I will post it.

Monument Valley is still not available for sightseeing in the park. Although I couldn't take part in the popular jeep tour, I stayed at "Goulding's Lodge" where I could see the view of Monument Valley from my room, and the local weather was good and the guests were very satisfied.

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CANADA

Nov. 27, 2020

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Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort, a mountain resort in British Columbia, has opened.
It is necessary to reserve the date and time in advance this season.
Eating and drinking establishments require reservations using a dedicated app. The 8th station lodge accepts reservations from 7 am on the day. Due to the limited number of shops, it is recommended to bring light meals and drinks.
Since contactless payment is introduced at restaurants and shops, you can only pay by credit card.

In addition, please be sure to bring your mask and credit card as it is mandatory to wear a mask both indoors and outdoors.

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CANADA

Nov. 26, 2020

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Unfortunately, the number of people infected with the new coronavirus is increasing in Canada as well.
Along with that, measures are being strengthened in various places.

Metro Vancouver's public transport TransLink, including Vancouver, fines passengers who refuse to wear masks without a doctor's certification up to $ 150.
You will also be fined $ 230 if you refuse to leave without a mask in an indoor public area such as a store, restaurant, airport, or office.

Each and every one of us must be more aware and act toward winter.

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CANADA

Nov. 25, 2020

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The Christmas illuminations at the Bandhusen Botanical Gardens in Vancouver will begin on December 8th.
Once you step inside the park, you will feel at once with the colorful decorations.
Experience the feeling of going on a 58-second Youtube video.
I would like you to actually visit next winter and take a walk through the beautiful garden ♪
VanDusen Festival of Lights
Period: December 8, 2020-January 3, 2021
Hours: 4pm-9: 30pm
* Closed on December 25th
https://youtu.be/75zCRR…

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UNITED STATES
Los Angeles

Nov. 19, 2020

Naomi

Tour coordinator

Elephant Tour

Latest COVID-19 conditions

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Today 11/18 is Disneyland's Mickey Mouse and Minnie's birthday!
It seems that ceremonies are being held in various places, but the Disney Resort park in Anaheim is still closed.
Meanwhile, measures to strengthen infection prevention were announced in California.
Effective Friday, November 20th https://covid19.lacount…

The average of COVID-19 cases over the last 7 days has almost doubled since the beginning of November, and hospitalizations have increased to well over an average of about 900 to 1,000 per day over the same period.
• For non-essential businesses that are allowed to operate indoors, such as retail stores, offices, and personal care services, occupancy is limited to 25% of maximum capacity.
• The number of patrons in outdoor restaurants, breweries and wineries is limited to 50% of the maximum outdoor capacity.
• Services at personal care facilities are available only to customers who are wearing face covers by staff wearing face covers. Facials and shavings are not allowed.
If the average number of cases in the county for 5 days is more than 4,500 or the number of hospitalizations exceeds 2,000 per day, the following restrictions will be added. Curfew will begin until 10 pm and 6 am, and restaurants will be banned from eating and drinking outdoors again.
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UNITED STATES
Los Angeles

Nov. 18, 2020

Naomi

Tour coordinator

Elephant Tour

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Disney will open Buena Vista Street from 11/19/2020.
Information on the spread of COVI19 has been reported around the world.
In California, USA, Governor Newsom announced a two-week voluntary quarantine for visitors from outside the state. There are no fines, but they convey the severity of the situation. By the way, even before Independence Day, the beach was strictly prohibited from entering, so I think it is a preventive measure in anticipation of the coming holiday season.
Even if you can't eat or drink in-store at all in Los Angeles, you can usually eat and drink in-store in San Diego County in the same state of California, and the rules are different for each county. Los Angeles continues to be under strict rules, so it's likely that other counties will raise regulations.
In such a lonely situation, we received a notice that Disneyland will open Buena Vista Street, which is an area where you can eat and shop in California Adventure, from November 19/2020 on November 5/2020.
https://disneyland.disn…
It's not the opening of the park, but an extension of downtown Disney in the shopping area, but as a Disney fan, it's exciting to think that you can get closer to the garden.
The following shops can be enjoyed in the Buena Vista area.
Carthay Circle Lounge --Alfresco Dining> Classic American dining. It is a high-grade restaurant where you can enjoy steak and wine.
Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Cafe > Delicious American hamburger shop
Smokejumpers Grill
This shop boasts plump and crispy hot dogs.
Award Wieners Elias & Co.> A souvenir shop full of Disney goods.
Trolley Treats> A sweets specialty store with lots of American candies and treats.
I hope it will open safely on the 19th.