The Burren Vacations

COVID-19 has ushered in huge changes to how we travel. If you're planning a trip to The Burren, the following tips will help you navigate the "new normal:"

• Investigate if any restrictions apply to both your origin and destination. It may not be possible to travel depending on local circumstances, so make sure you check before you lock something in.
• Wear a face mask even during airport screening. A TSA officer will require you to temporarily lower your mask for ID purposes.
• Do not hand your boarding pass (electronic or paper) directly to a TSA officer. Rather, position the pass on the scanner and then hold it up for the agent to visually inspect it.
• TSA is now permitting passengers to take one container of hand sanitizer, up to 12 oz (350 ml) in size, in carry-on baggage. This will need to be removed from your bag to be screened.
• To minimize handling during screening, place items such as your phone, wallet and keys into your carry-on instead of the bins.
• 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 employee to touch and inspect your belongings.

From the airport itself to your designated seat, airlines around the globe are practicing measures like social distancing to lessen the spread of COVID-19. Two such carriers are:

• Ryanair - this airline is known for cleaning with disinfectant and providing passenger masks.
• Aer Lingus - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.