Ko Phayam Trip

If it's your first time travelling during the COVID-19 outbreak, you'll notice a few more regulations and rules in place. Follow these tips and make your journey to Ko Phayam go off without a hitch:

• Investigate what, if any, restrictions or rules 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.
• When you pass through airport checkpoints, keep your face mask on. You will be required to briefly lower it to confirm your identity. Travellers who refuse to wear a face mask may face civil penalties and may also be denied boarding.
• Do not hand your boarding pass directly to a TSA officer. Instead, position the pass on the scanner and then hold it up so the agent can inspect it.
• You are now permitted to take one container of hand sanitizer up to 12 oz (350 ml) in your carry-on luggage. This will need to be removed for screening.
• Place any personal items (e.g, wallet, keys and phone) in your carry-on instead of a bin to minimize handling during screening.
• Separate any food you're carrying for X-ray scanning. Placing it in a clear plastic bag and into a bin reduces the need for a TSA employee to handle and inspect your belongings.

Hop on a plane now and you'll probably notice a few changes. For instance, most reputable carriers have adopted social distancing and improved hygiene measures. A couple of good examples are:

• Nok Air - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
• Thai AirAsia - this airline is known for cleaning with disinfectant and conducting passenger temperature checks.