North Coast Holidays

COVID-19 has transformed the world in a profound way, including how and where we travel. The following tips will help you better understand the new challenges and prepare you for your trip to North Coast:

• Before you book a flight, check if any travel restrictions or bans apply — in both your origin and destination. Get up-to-date information by reviewing government websites.
• When you pass through airport checkpoints, do not remove your face mask. You will be asked to lower it briefly for ID purposes. Those who refuse to wear a face mask may be fined and denied boarding.
• You're no longer required to hand your boarding pass (paper or electronic) directly to a TSA officer. Instead, you should place the pass on the reader and then hold it up for inspection.
• One liquid hand sanitizer container is now allowed in your carry-on bag. It must not be larger than 12 oz (350 ml), and you'll need to take it out of your bag for X-ray screening.
• Place any personal items (like your phone, wallet and keys) in your carry-on rather than a bin to minimize handling during the screening process.
• Separate any food you're carrying for screening. Placing it in a clear plastic bag and into a bin reduces the need for a TSA employee to touch and inspect your belongings.

While flying during the COVID-19 pandemic can be a challenging experience, airlines are working hard to ensure the well-being of customers and crew. These are a few carriers that have implemented changes:

• EVA Air - this airline is known for conducting passenger temperature checks and cleaning with disinfectant.
• Cathay Pacific - this airline is known for conducting passenger temperature checks and cleaning with disinfectant.
• China Airlines - this airline is known for cleaning with disinfectant and providing passenger masks.