Paroisse Sainte-Claire Trip

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we travel, but it hasn't put the brakes on our zeal for exploring. Here are some tips on how to navigate travel's new challenges:

• Before you lock in a flight, find out if any travel bans or restrictions apply — in both your destination and origin. Stay informed with the latest updates by reviewing government and travel websites.
• When you pass through airport checkpoints, do not remove your face mask. You will be required to lower it briefly to confirm your identity. Anyone refusing to wear a face mask may face civil penalties and may also be escorted from the building.
• Avoid handing your boarding pass (paper or electronic) directly to a TSA officer. Rather, position the pass on the reader and then hold it up so the agent can inspect it.
• TSA is now allowing passengers to take one container of hand sanitizer, up to 12 oz (350 ml) in size, in carry-on bags. This will have to be removed from your bag for X-ray screening.
• To reduce handling during the screening process, place personal items such as your wallet, phone and belt into your carry-on rather than into the bins.
• If you're bringing food on board, place it in a clear plastic bag and then into a scanning bin. This reduces the likelihood that a TSA agent will need to handle your carry-on bag or food container for closer inspection.

In response to the current pandemic, airlines across the globe have brought in numerous measures to help both passengers and cabin crew feel at ease while flying. Take off confidently once again aboard one of these top carriers:

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