Rose Island Trip

The COVID-19 outbreak may have changed how we travel, but it hasn't curbed our lust for exploring. Here are a few tips on how to navigate travel's new challenges:

• Before committing to anything, check if any travel restrictions or bans apply — in both your destination and origin. Stay informed with the latest updates by checking official government websites.
• You must wear a face mask throughout your travel experience, even at screening checkpoints. Be ready to lower your mask for ID verification when asked by a TSA employee.
• To avoid cross-contamination, place your boarding pass on the scanner yourself and then hold it up for inspection. Do not hand your pass directly to a TSA officer.
• 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 for screening.
• To reduce handling during the screening process, place personal items such as your keys, wallet, phone and belt into your carry-on instead of the bins.
• Transport all food items in a clear plastic bag and also put them in a screening bin. Keeping your food separate from your carry-on makes it less likely that a TSA employee will need to open your bag for inspection.

In response to the ongoing pandemic, most airlines have rolled out new rules and standards to help passengers take to the skies again. Here are a few examples:

• Bahamasair - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
• American Airlines - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
• JetBlue - this airline is known for keeping the middle seat empty and capped capacity flights.