Ko Jum Trip

With new COVID-19 safety guidelines to follow, travel looks a little different in this day and age. Here's what you need to know before you jet off to Ko Jum:

• Look into 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 remember to check before you lock in your flight.
• When you pass through airport checkpoints, keep your face mask on. You will be asked to lower it briefly for ID purposes. Those who refuse to wear a face mask may be fined and denied entry.
• Instead of handing a TSA officer your boarding pass, position it directly on the scanner yourself. Once that's done, hold it up for inspection.
• TSA is now allowing passengers to take one container of hand sanitizer, up to 12 oz (350 ml) in size, in carry-on luggage. This will need to be removed from your bag at the X-ray machine for screening.
• Put any personal items (phone, wallet and keys for example) in your carry-on rather than a bin to reduce handling during screening.
• If you're bringing food through the security checkpoint, 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 carry-on bag or food container for closer inspection.

Social distancing is just one element of new air travel measures to help combat COVID-19. From the check-in desk to arrival, these airlines will take you to your destination with comfort and confidence:

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