In the face of COVID-19, traveling now comes with a few more challenges. Keep in mind these worthwhile tips before hopping on your flight to United States of America: Before locking in your flight, find out if any travel restrictions apply — in both your origin and destination. Stay informed with the latest updates by reviewing government websites. Requirements state you must wear a face mask at the airport, including at security checkpoints. You should be prepared to lower your mask for identification purposes when asked. To reduce the likelihood 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. You can now take one container of hand sanitizer up to 12 oz (350 ml) in your hand luggage. You'll need to remove it for screening. Put any personal items (keys, wallet and phone) in your carry-on instead of a bin to minimize handling during screening. Separate any food you're carrying for screening. 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.