Charlotte's Shore Vacations

COVID-19 has transformed the world in all kinds of ways, including how we're able to travel safely. The following tips will help you navigate these new challenges and get you ready for your journey to Charlotte's Shore:

• Before locking in your flight, check if any travel bans or restrictions apply — in both your destination and origin. Get the latest updates by reviewing government travel advisories.
• When you pass through airport screening, keep your face mask on. You will be asked to briefly lower it for identification purposes. Travelers who refuse to wear a mask may face civil penalties and may also be denied boarding.
• You're no longer required to hand your boarding pass directly to a TSA employee. Rather, you should position the pass on the scanner and then hold it up so the agent can inspect it.
• You are now allowed to take one container of hand sanitizer up to 12 oz (350 ml) in your carry-on baggage. This will need to be removed for X-ray screening.
• Remove items from your pocket, like your wallet, keys and phone, and put them in your carry-on rather than the bins. This will minimize handling during screening.
• Separate any food you're carrying for screening. Putting it in a clear plastic bag and into a bin reduces the need for a TSA officer to handle and inspect your belongings.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, most airlines have adopted extra rules and standards to help their passengers fly with confidence. Check out what these carriers are doing:

• Air Canada - this airline is known for conducting passenger temperature checks and cleaning with disinfectant.
• PAL Airlines - this airline is known for cleaning with disinfectant and providing passenger masks.
• WestJet - this airline is known for cleaning with disinfectant and electrostatic cleaning.