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If it's your first time travelling during COVID-19  you'll notice new restrictions and standards in place. Take note of these tips and make your getaway to Volakas go off without a hitch:

• Know what rules and restrictions apply to both your destination and origin. It may not be possible to travel depending on local circumstances, so make sure you check in advance.
• Keep your face mask on during airport screening. A TSA employee will ask you to lower your mask temporarily for ID purposes.
• To reduce the likelihood of cross-contamination, position your boarding pass on the reader yourself and then hold it up for inspection. Do not hand your boarding pass directly to a TSA officer.
• TSA now permits passengers to take one container of hand sanitizer, up to 12 oz (350 ml) in size, in carry-on luggage. This will have to be removed from your bag at the X-ray machine for scanning.
• Remove personal items from your pockets, like your wallet, phone and small change, and place them in your carry-on instead of into bins. This will minimize handling during the screening process.
• Transport any food items in a clear plastic bag and also place them in a screening bin. Keeping food separate from your carry-on means it's less likely a TSA agent will need to open and touch your bag for inspection.

While flying during a pandemic can be slightly overwhelming, airlines have been working hard to protect the well-being of customers and crew. These are some carriers that have implemented changes:

• Jet2 - this airline is known for conducting passenger temperature checks and cleaning with disinfectant.
• Ryanair - this airline is known for cleaning with disinfectant and providing passenger masks.
• Wizz Air - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.