Rhino Safari representatives.
PHILIPSBURG--Excursion company Rhino Safari received its Gold SafeSeal in recognition of its practices in protecting its clients against coronavirus COVID-19.
SafeSeal is the immediately recognisable emblem for companies that are verified that they adhere to strict cleanliness and hygiene guidelines to counter the COVID-19 pandemic. SafeSeal standards have been devised by medical and occupational safety professionals; the methods and practices have been used to grant acknowledgement of best COVID-19 prevention practices to 1,700 companies in the Caribbean. For St. Maarten, the checklists per sector have been validated to befit, among other, the guidelines on stmaartengov.org.
Rhino Safari tours towards Creole Rock, Happy Bay and other beaches are all outdoors activities. Still, the company made sure adjustments were put in place to adhere to the strictest safety guidelines. “Check-ins are in the open air as well. Returning from the excursions there are wash stations as well as an open-air outdoor shower for guests. All equipment and snorkels are stored in a liquid soap solution to keep all sterile prior to each use.”
The manager said given its beautiful weather, its large selection of outdoor activities and its adherence to safety measures, St. Maarten should be at the top of the list for tourists looking for a safe destination to spend their holidays. “I would say to people thinking of coming to St. Maarten that both Dutch and French sides of our incredible island are waiting to see you soon. With our great weather, you enjoy everything in the open and fresh air – for example, get a boat and explore our pristine waters.”
By highlighting best practice companies, supporting organisations St. Maarten Tourism Bureau (STB), the St. Maarten Hospitality and Trade Association (SHTA) and occupational health company Medwork want to spread the word that St. Maarten is making its best effort to be a safe destination. More information regarding SafeSeal can be found at www.shta.com/safeseal and travel information updates at www.stmaartenentry.com.
