Gili Iyang Holidays from AU$1,224

With new rules, restrictions and safety measures to follow, travel looks a lot different right now. These are some handy things to know before you hop on that plane to Gili Iyang:

• Understand what, if any, restrictions or rules apply to both your destination and origin. You may not be able to travel depending on local circumstances, so don't forget to check before you lock in your flight.
• Keep your face mask on during airport screening. A TSA officer will require you to temporarily lower your mask for identification purposes.
• Instead of handing a TSA officer your boarding pass, position it directly on the reader yourself. After that, hold it up for inspection.
• You can take one container of hand sanitizer up to 12 oz (350 ml) in your hand luggage. This will need to be taken out for X-ray screening.
• Remove items from your pockets, like your wallet, phone and small change, and place them in your carry-on rather than into bins. This will reduce handling during screening.
• Transport your food items in a clear plastic bag and also put them in a screening bin. Keeping your food separate from your carry-on makes it less likely that a TSA agent will need to open your bag for inspection.

While flying during the COVID-19 pandemic can be daunting, airlines have worked around the clock to ensure the well-being of passengers and cabin crew. These are some carriers that have implemented changes:

• Sriwijaya Air - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and conducting passenger temperature checks.
• Wings Air (Indonesia) - this airline is known for conducting passenger temperature checks and cleaning with disinfectant.
• Garuda Indonesia - this airline is known for conducting passenger temperature checks and keeping the middle seat empty.