Inchkeith Holidays

COVID-19 has affected how the world works in all kinds of ways, including how and where we travel. These tips will help you understand the new challenges and get you ready for your flight to Inchkeith:

• Before committing to anything, check if any travel bans or restrictions apply — in both your destination and origin. Stay informed with the latest updates by reviewing official government websites.
• When you go through airport screening, keep your face mask on. You will be asked to briefly lower it for identification purposes. Those who refuse to wear a face mask may be denied entry or boarding.
• You're no longer required to hand your boarding pass (paper or electronic) directly to a TSA employee. Rather, position your pass on the scanner and then hold it up for inspection.
• You are now allowed to take one container of hand sanitizer up to 12 oz (350 ml) in your hand luggage. This will need to be removed for X-ray screening.
• Empty your personal items from your pocket, such as your keys, phone and wallet, and put them in your carry-on instead of into bins. This will minimize handling during screening.
• If you're taking food on the plane with you, place it in a clear plastic bag and then into a scanning bin. This reduces the likelihood that a TSA officer will need to touch your carry-on bag or food container for closer inspection.

While travelling in a pandemic can be a challenging experience, airlines have been working hard to ensure the well-being of their passengers and staff. These are a few carriers that have introduced changes:

• EasyJet - this airline is known for cleaning with disinfectant and providing passenger masks.
• Ryanair - this airline is known for cleaning with disinfectant and providing passenger masks.
• British Airways - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.