10 Zika Free Destinations

If you are pregnant or are thinking of becoming pregnant it is very important to know the risk associated with zika virus and where it is safe to travel. Zika Virus is becoming more known and is spread mostly by the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito. It can be transmitted through sex and can be passed from a pregnant woman to her fetus. This is very serious because infection during pregnancy can cause certain birth defects. Currently there is no vaccine or medicine for Zika. While zika is a risk in many countries, we have compiled a list of 10 destinations that are Zika free! Bermuda Looking for a quick flight? Bermuda, a British island territory, is about a 2.5 hour flight from New York and is the only Caribbean Island that is Zika free. This island is known for its pink sand beaches such as Elbow Beach and Horseshoe bay and is recommended for its world-class shopping and golfing sites! Whether you are looking to soak up the sun, visit museums, take advantage of bike trails, or go snorkeling – Bermuda has it all. Not sure what to do? Here’s a full list of activities   French Polynesia French Polynesia, comprises of 117 islands in the South Pacific that spreads over a marine area the size of Europe gives snorkelers and divers plenty to see! While it may be a long flight, (about 15 hours from New York) popular islands like Tahiti, Bora Bora and Moorea offer a once in a lifetime experience. Splurge and stay in an over-the-water bungalow with everything at ...
Source: Cord Blood News - Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Tags: parents pregnancy pregnancy health zika Source Type: blogs