Koh Kret Vacations from NT$13,496

If it's your first time traveling during the COVID-19 pandemic, you'll notice a host of new rules and restrictions in place. Take note of these tips and make your journey to Koh Kret go off without a hitch:

• Before you lock in a flight, check if any travel restrictions apply — in both your origin and destination. Stay informed with the latest updates by reviewing government and travel websites.
• Keep your face mask on even during airport screening. A TSA employee will ask you to temporarily lower your mask for ID purposes.
• Rather than handing a TSA employee your boarding pass, position it straight on the reader yourself. Then, hold it up for inspection.
• You're permitted to take one container of hand sanitizer up to 12 oz (350 ml) in your carry-on baggage. You'll need to remove it for screening.
• To reduce handling during the screening process, put items such as your phone, wallet and keys into your carry-on rather than into the bins.
• Separate any food you're carrying for X-ray scanning. Food items often set off the alarm. Placing them in a clear plastic bag and into a bin reduces the need for a TSA agent to touch and inspect your belongings.

While flying during a pandemic can be daunting, airlines have gone above and beyond to ensure the well-being of customers and crew. These are some carriers that have introduced changes:

• 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.