Pustevny Trip

COVID-19 has triggered huge changes to the way we travel. If you plan to jet off to Pustevny, these tips will help you navigate these new rules and challenges:

• Look into the rules and restrictions in both your destination and origin. It may not be possible to travel depending on local circumstances, so check government advisories before booking.
• When you go through airport checkpoints, keep your face mask on. You will be asked to lower it briefly for identification purposes. Those who refuse to wear a mask may be denied entry or boarding.
• You're no longer required to hand your boarding pass (paper or electronic) directly to a TSA officer. Rather, you should place the pass on the scanner and then hold it up for inspection.
• TSA is now permitting passengers to take one container of hand sanitizer, up to 12 oz (350 ml) in size, in carry-on baggage. This will need to be removed from your bag for screening.
• Place any personal items (phone, wallet and keys for example) in your carry-on instead of a bin to reduce handling during the screening process.
• 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 food container or carry-on bag for closer inspection.

As part of our "new normal" due to the continuing pandemic, many airlines have brought in social distancing and other precautionary measures. We've listed some of these carriers below:

• SmartWings - 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.