East Columbus Packages (Flight + Hotel)

COVID-19 has led to substantial changes to the way we travel. If you plan to jet off to East Columbus, the following tips will help you navigate the "new normal:"

• Research the restrictions and rules in both your destination and origin. You may not be able to travel depending on local circumstances, so make sure you check before you book.
• Requirements state that you must wear a face mask at the airport, including at security checkpoints. Be ready to adjust your mask for ID verification when asked by a TSA employee.
• To reduce the potential of 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 employee.
• One liquid hand sanitizer container is now permitted in your carry-on luggage. It must be no bigger than 12 oz (350 ml), and you'll need to take it out of your bag for scanning.
• Place any personal items (like your phone, wallet and keys) in your carry-on rather than a bin to minimize handling during the screening process.
• If you're planning to take food on the plane with you, place it in a clear plastic bag and then into a scanning bin. This lessens the likelihood that a TSA agent will need to touch your carry-on bag or food container for inspection.

In response to the continuing pandemic, many airlines have rolled out extra steps and measures to help everybody fly with peace of mind. Some of these carriers include:

• American Airlines - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
• Southwest Airlines - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
• Delta - this airline is known for electrostatic cleaning and cleaning with disinfectant.