Q: I can get my first shot, but I can’t get my second shot in time.  Can I still come if I am partially protected?
A: No. You must be fully vaccinated, as defined by the CDC: two weeks (14 days) past your second Pfizer/Moderna shot or two weeks (14 days) past your Johnson & Johnson shot.  

Q: Am I required to have received my booster shot prior to Club, in addition to being fully vaccinated?
A: Yes, if it has been at least 5 months since you have been fully vaccinated (2 doses of Pfizer/Moderna or 1 dose of Johnson & Johnson), as defined by the CDC, then you are required by Rippling to receive your booster prior to Club in March. 

Q: I have a medical reason to not get vaccinated.  If I have a doctor's note, excusing me, can I still come?
A: No. It is a requirement for Club 2022 that all Rippling attendees  be fully vaccinated & boosted (if eligible). 

Q: Can I sign a waiver instead of getting the shot, not holding Rippling liable if I get sick?
A: No. It is a requirement for Club 2022 that all attendees be fully vaccinated - 14 days post a Johnson & Johnson shot, or second Pfizer or Moderna shot.
 
Q: For personal/medical/religious reasons I am not/cannot get vaccinated, is there a special package in lieu of the trip to Mexico?
A: No, there will be no special packages in lieu of the trip to Mexico.
 
Q: Do I need to provide proof of being fully vaccinated?
A: You will need to attest that you have been or will be fully vaccinated by your departure date. 
 
Q: When do I need to sign the Rippling vaccination attestation?
A: You will sign the attestation at the time of registration stating that you have been or will be fully vaccinated by the start of Rippling Club 2022. 
 
Q: When is my deadline to decide whether I want to attend Club and register?
A: Please register by February 23rd. If you have any questions please contact ripplingclub@launchinc.com.

Q: How can I test myself before my departure flight to Mexico & before my return flight home?
A: Prior to your departure to Mexico, an at-home COVID testing kit will be sent to your home address. You will be required to self-test & test negative at least 24 hours before your departure flight. If you test positive on your at-home test, you are expected to notify the Events Team & Kelsey Linden, and you will be unable to attend Club. 

Instructions for pre-event testing can be found below:

• Please watch a quick instructional video here
• Scan the QR code or enter the website on the front of the test kit 
• Enter the kits barcode number
• Register with the information you would like on your results. 
• Once registration is complete they will be taken to a virtual waiting room where a CityHealth staff member will walk them through taking the test 
• Results are emailed immediately after testing 
  • Make sure to check your spam folder if you do not receive the results email. 
  • If for any reason, you cannot locate your results, please email rapidreturn@cityhealth.com.

Prior to your departure from Mexico, you will be required to self-test & test negative at least 24 hours before your return flight. Upon check-in at the Paradisus Los Cabos, you will be provided with a QR code that links to available testing time slots for you to reserve. We advise that you schedule this mandatory test for Saturday, March 26, 2022 (24 hours prior to your return flight). Testing costs at the Paradisus Los Cabos will be covered. 

Q: What do I do if I test positive for COVID-19 before Club?
A: Please notify the Events Team & Kelsey Linden, and please plan to not come to Club.

STATE OF MEXICO TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY
 

Before You Travel Internationally
Make sure to plan ahead. Follow all airline requirements as well as any requirements at your destination, including mask wearing, proof of vaccination, testing, or quarantine. Requirements may differ from U.S. requirements. If you do not follow your destination’s requirements, you may be denied entry and required to return to the United States.

What steps do I need to take to protect against Covid-19 as I prepare to travel?
Currently, it is recommended that you do not travel internationally until you are fully vaccinated. Getting vaccinated is still the best way to protect yourself from severe disease, slow the spread of COVID-19, and reduce the number of new variants. The CDC encourages you to get a COVID-19 vaccine booster dose if you are eligible.
 
How can I protect myself and others while traveling?
The following precautions are currently required by airlines, airports and all ground transportation partners in order to remain as safe as possible during your travels to Mexico:

• Wear a mask over your nose and mouth when in public.
• Avoid crowds and stay at least 6 feet/2 meters (about 2 arm lengths) from anyone who is not traveling with you.
• Wash your hands often or use hand sanitizer (with at least 60% alcohol).

US TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY

Requirements Returning to the United States:

All air passengers 2 years or older, regardless of vaccination status or citizenship, with a flight departing to the United States from a foreign country at or after 12:01am EST (5:01am GMT) on December 6, 2021, are required show a negative COVID-19 viral test (PCR or Antigen and can be approved at-home/self tests) result taken no more than ONE day before travel, or documentation of having recovered from COVID-19 in the past 90 days, before they board their flight. Air passengers will also be required to confirm in the form of an attestation that the information they present is true.

For the full list of requirements and exemptions, please review the language in the Order.

BEST PRACTICES / GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

What can I do to keep myself and others safe from Covid-19?
The CDC recommends the following precautions to help protect against Covid-19:

• Wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth to help protect yourself and others.
• Stay 6 feet apart from others who don’t live with you.
• Get a COVID-19 vaccine when it is available to you.
• Avoid crowds and poorly ventilated indoor spaces.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water. Use hand sanitizer if soap and water aren’t available.

I’m fully vaccinated, do these precautions still apply? 
The CDC considers people fully vaccinated only if they meet the following criteria:

• 2 weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines
  OR
• 2 weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine

Guiding Principles for Fully Vaccinated People:

• Indoor and outdoor activities pose minimal risk to fully vaccinated people.
• Fully vaccinated people have a reduced risk of transmitting SARS-CoV-2 to unvaccinated people.
• Fully vaccinated people should still get tested if experiencing COVID-19 symptoms.
• Fully vaccinated people should not visit private or public settings if they have tested positive for COVID-19 in the prior 10 days or are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms.
• Fully vaccinated people should continue to follow any applicable federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial laws, rules, and regulations.

(Source: CDC)

SAFETY DURING THE EVENT

What precautions do I need to take during Club?
All attendees should continue to practice the general Covid-19 precautions during their stay, including frequent hand washing, social distancing when possible and wearing a mask while out in public. 

Are masks required to be worn on property while at the Paradisus Los Cabos?
All employees and hotel guests are required by the hotel to wear a mask or face covering while in public, enclosed spaces and when receiving in-room service.
 
What other precautions is the Paradisus Los Cabos taking to protect against the spread Covid-19? 
Upon arrival, there will be a screening procedure for all hotel guests that may include temperature checking and questions regarding health and recent travel.
In some places, additional regulations on mask usage are mandated. In accordance with local health authorities, some restaurant and facility services and hours may also be modified.
 
What should I do if I start developing symptoms during Club?
If during your stay you develop any COVID-19 symptoms, you must immediately isolate yourself and contact the Rippling Event Team & Kelsey Linden. Arrangements will be made on your behalf to receive COVID testing & initiate mandatory quarantine. 

Possible symptoms of Covid-19 include the following:

• Fever or chills
• Cough
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• Fatigue
• Muscle or body aches
• Headache
• New loss of taste or smell
• Sore throat
• Congestion or runny nose
• Nausea or vomiting
• Diarrhea

This list does not include all possible symptoms. Older adults and people who have severe underlying medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness.

RESOURCES

Where can I find out more information about Covid-19?
The following resources provide further information Covid-19 prevention, guidelines and destination restrictions. Note, the pandemic is still evolving so refer back to these sites often for the most up-to-date information and regulations. 

• Domestic Travel Guidelines (CDC)
• International Travel Guidelines (CDC)
• COVID-19 Information for U.S. Citizens in Mexico
   
• Delta Airlines Travel Guidelines
• United Airlines Travel Guidelines
• American Airlines Travel Guidelines
• Southwest Airlines Travel Guidelines
• Alaska Airlines Travel Guidelines