Masks Styles and Preference
Mask styles and preferences for the most part are a personal choice. However, the requirement to wear one gets tossed around in politics, health concerns, various rules and requirements by businesses and you are left to choose one that fits your personal style without much recommendation for those who are out and about wearing them often, if not everyday.
Here are a couple of recommendations I have for you to consider when choosing a mask.
These are only recommendations and are not based on political views, medical advice or endorsements. I advise checking with your medical professional for full personal advice.
- Not all masks are the same. Some provide more protection than others.
- With cloth masks, while fashion takes front ratings, coverage and filtering is not so high. You can always place your favorite cloth covering over a more efficient filtering mask. And, you have both covered – style and effectiveness.
- If you would like coverage outside while walking or participating in outdoor activities, wearing a strong filtering N95 or KN95 is not needed as much. Especially if you have no plans to stand close and talk to others. A cloth mask or disposable mask works well.
- However, any plans involving high pedestrian traffic or close contact with others, such as indoor activities, crowded outdoor activities, riding in an enclosed vehicle (vans, cars, airplanes, buses, etc.) a more secure mask would be recommended.
My favorite masks
Here are a couple of masks that I’ve used in various settings.
Click here for more information on these fashion masks
Mask not allowed on Delta
Delta Airlines is our hometown airlines. Here’s a link to their Face Covering policy – click here
Other face covering not allowed on airplanes
Bandanas
Cloth masks
Reusable masks
Scarves
Masks with holes, slits or punctures
Face shield without a mask
Ski masks
Single layer masks
No battery operated filters
Masks, mandates, rules and requirements
The Transportation Security Administration extended a federal mask mandate until January 2022, requiring face coverings be worn on all public transportation, including on airplanes and in airports.
If you want to express your right to not wear a mask the violation of federal mask mandates will set you back $500 -$1000 for the first offense and $1000 to $3000 for the second offense.
“Wearing a mask protects the traveling public and all of the personnel who make the travel experience safe, secure, and comfortable,” According to Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas. “We will continue to enforce the mask mandate as long as necessary to protect public health and safety.”
Reports of aggressive behavior, mostly on airplanes is being reported in surprising numbers. Many of the cases of unruly passengers and violent behavior is attributed to passengers refusing to follow the mandate and become angry with staff and crew. In 2021 the fines have reached more than $1million.
Some airlines have removed alcoholic beverages from their service to help curtail aggressive behavior onboard aircraft.
Bandanas
Cloth masks
Reusable masks
Scarves
Masks with holes, slits or punctures
Face shield without a mask
Ski masks
Single layer masks
No battery operated filters
What is allowed on airplanes
KN95
N95
Face shields (with a mask on some airlines)
Travel today requires staying up-to-date and the best way to make sure you have the latest requirements is to visit your carrier’s website or call your airline and speak with a representative.
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Stay safe, stay calm and enjoy your reason for traveling. There is no need for a mask to ruin a great vacation.
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