Caribbean Airlines - Travel Extras

TRAVEL TIPS


Health and Wellness: Expectant Mothers

Expectant mothers will be accepted for travel without medical clearance up and to the end of the 32nd week of pregnancy. However, we recommend that you obtain a doctor’s statement verifying the expected date of confinement to prevent the possibility of being denied boarding by check-in staff or barred from entering the destination country by immigration.

Between the 32nd and 35th week, medical clearance is mandatory. The medical certificate should state:

	The confirmation of a normal pregnancy
	The estimated date of confinement
	That you are in good health
	That there is no known reason which would prevent you from flying

In all cases we suggest that you consult your OB-GYN before planning your trip.

Expectant mothers will not be accepted for travel after the 35th week of pregnancy.

Packing your Bags

Place your name address and telephone number on the inside and outside of your baggage.

Be sure to pack your photo ID, medicine, jewelry, electronic devices, film and cameras in your carry-on baggage, not your checked baggage.

Remove straps or any protruding objects from your baggage and these items may get caught on the conveyor belt and cause damage to your baggage.

Please don’t over-pack as this places considerable strain on seams, zippers and the overall frame of your baggage.

Use luggage that is sturdy and able to withstand the rigors of travel.

Always be mindful of our baggage allowance and the baggage allowance of your connecting carrier (if any).

Lock your bags - we recommend that you lock your bags with an approved TSA (Transportation Security Administration) lock. For further details please refer to http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/assistant/locks.shtm

Please refer to www.tsa.gov/travelers/ for permitted and prohibited items.

Before Travel

Check your booking- verify your itinerary, reconfirm your flights before departure, tell us about your special needs (wheelchair, meals etc) and make sure to provide all telephone contact information.

Check Travel Documents

Make sure that you have the relevant documents (passport, visas etc) for travel to your destination. Also make sure your travel documents are valid.

Web Check-in

Use our Web Check In facility on-line or make sure to arrive at the airport on-time. Also be available at the boarding gate by boarding deadline.

International Check-in

Scheduled to commence three (3) hours before the scheduled time of departure; scheduled to close one (1) hour before the scheduled time of departure.

Domestic Check-in

Scheduled to commence ninety (90) minutes before the scheduled time of departure; scheduled to close forty (40) minutes before the scheduled time of departure.

Travel Protection

The unexpected can come at any time, even when you're travelling, including illness and other circumstances which may cause you to cancel your trip or disrupt your travel plans. For the best possible protection we recommend that you purchase travel insurance from one of the many reputable insurance providers. Depending on the policies offered you may be covered for trip cancellation and interruption, travel delay, baggage and medical emergencies

Additional Tips

Get Immunized

Get vaccinations that are recommended for the destination you are traveling.
Carry your medication with you- these include your prescription medication and medication used in the case of anaphylaxis.