Traveling during a Pandemic: Tips from a Flight Attendant

The Aviation industry was hit really hard by the Coronavirus pandemic in 2020. The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) reports a 50% drop in domestic passenger traffic globally and even worse decrease in international travel – 74%. But in the beginning of 2021 there is a glimmer of hope for those of us who wish to return to traveling. More and more people are choosing to overcome their fear of the pandemic and trust airlines in their quest to keep them safe and take them to the desired destination!

Truth is a lot of companies are flying and there are still destinations you can visit! The key to a successful trip is a good preparation and following the rules, enforced by the airlines. As passengers are starting to return to the planes, I thought it is a good idea to share with you some tips in my capacity of a flight attendant. No matter if you are traveling for work, fun, or visiting relatives, here are some recommendations that will make your trip during a pandemic much more pleasant.

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