Community Government Council of Yugal Mangi Holidays

COVID-19 has changed how we travel, but it hasn't dampened our passion for exploring. Here are a few tips on how to handle travel's new challenges:

• Know if any restrictions apply to both your destination and origin. It may not be possible to travel depending on local circumstances, so make sure you check before you book your flight.
• You must wear a face mask throughout your travel experience, even at screening checkpoints. Be ready to lower your mask for ID purposes when asked by a TSA officer.
• Avoid handing your boarding pass (electronic or paper) directly to a TSA employee. Rather, position the pass on the reader and then hold it up so the agent can inspect it.
• TSA now allows passengers to take one container of hand sanitizer, up to 12 oz (350 ml) in size, in carry-on baggage. This will have to be removed from your bag for X-ray screening.
• To reduce handling during the screening process, put items such as your belt, phone and wallet into your carry-on rather than into the bins.
• If you're bringing food on board, put it in a clear plastic bag and then into a screening bin. This lessens the likelihood that a TSA officer will need to handle your food container or carry-on bag for closer inspection.

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

• Qantas - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
• Jetstar - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
• Virgin Australia - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.