Isle of Ely Trip

With new COVID-19 safety guidelines to adhere to, travel looks a bit different today. Here's what you should know before you fly off to Isle of Ely:

• Know the rules and restrictions in both your origin and destination. It may not be possible to travel depending on local circumstances, so check before you book your flight.
• You must wear a face mask throughout your travel experience, including at screening checkpoints. Be ready to lower your mask for ID verification when asked.
• Instead of handing a TSA employee your boarding pass, place it straight on the reader yourself. Once that's done, hold it up for inspection.
• TSA now permits passengers to take one container of hand sanitizer, up to 12 oz (350 ml) in size, in carry-on luggage. This will need to be removed from your bag at the X-ray machine for screening.
• Place any personal items (keys, wallet and phone) in your carry-on rather than a bin to reduce handling during the screening process.
• If you're planning to take food on board, put it in a clear plastic bag and then into a screening bin. This lessens the likelihood that a TSA employee will need to handle your food container or carry-on bag for closer inspection.

Social distancing is just the beginning of new travel industry strategies to reduce the spread of COVID-19. From your first steps on board, these airlines will bring you to your destination with greater peace of mind:

• Ryanair - this airline is known for cleaning with disinfectant and providing passenger masks.
• Jet2 - this airline is known for conducting passenger temperature checks and cleaning with disinfectant.
• Pegasus Airlines - this airline is known for conducting passenger temperature checks and cleaning with disinfectant.