From the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, until this day, there is no sign of this pandemic actually ending. But, we are learning to live with it, until (we hope one day it comes at an end). 
And we must admit that it did actually affect all of life spheres, from public life to our private lives too.

We know for a fact that a lot of people have difficulty moving and traveling due to COVID-19 restriction and we might wonder, how did this affect hitchhiking?

It’s very hard to get information about affects that this pandemic had in the hitchhiking itself. But based on regulations and rules that are known to the public and social media platforms, we can try and understand what actually is going on.

Basic rules:

Masks:

Carrying a mask it’s must in public spaces and you need to always check the regulations for passing the border when you are trying to travel to a new place. Rules and regulation might differ from one country to another one.

Vaccines

Get the vaccines and a certification that you are vaccinated. In most of the contries is a ristricted rule to have two doses of vaccines. 
Some countries, even put up as must even the boost vaccine, like: Croatia, Netherelands etc. 

Quarantine 

Sometimes some countries, have a procedure of quarantine and that might take a few days. So make sure you know the regulations before hand.

Safety

Respect and safety comes first. Respect the driver and it’s needs, but also take care of yourself too. You can ask your driver to put on a mask, or open up the windows. Negotiate your needs and drivers. Also, logically and statistically speaking, It’s safer to drive with someone in a car where you can manage and negotiate some things, then trains or buses. And you should avoid short drives, but tend to focus more on the long rides and less frequent stops.

If you already have decided to try hitchhiking, hope you keep in mind to be safe and practice this advices listed above. 
Stay safe and healthy. And of course, enjoy your adventure! :)