Riverland Holidays

If it's your first time travelling during the COVID-19 pandemic, you'll notice a raft of new restrictions and rules in place. Take note of these tips and make your escape to Riverland a smooth one:

• Understand what, if any, rules or restrictions apply to both your destination and origin. It may not be possible to travel depending on local circumstances, so remember to check before you lock something in.
• Requirements state you must wear a face mask at the airport, including at security checkpoints. You should be prepared to adjust your mask to verify your identity when asked by a TSA officer.
• To minimize the risk of cross-contamination, position your boarding pass on the scanner yourself and then hold it up for inspection. Do not hand your pass directly to a TSA employee.
• One liquid hand sanitizer container is now allowed in your carry-on luggage. It must be no larger than 12 oz (350 ml), and you'll have to take it out of your bag for scanning.
• Empty your personal items from your pockets, such as your wallet and phone, and place them in your carry-on instead of into bins. This will reduce handling during screening.
• If you're bringing food on the plane, place it in a clear plastic bag and then into a scanning bin. This reduces the likelihood that a TSA employee will need to handle your carry-on bag or food container for closer inspection.

While travelling in a pandemic can be challenging, airlines have worked around the clock to ensure the well-being of all on board. Here are a few carriers that have implemented changes:

• Qantas - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
• Virgin Australia - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
• Rex Regional Express - this airline is known for conducting passenger temperature checks and cleaning with disinfectant.

For a general idea of how long it'll take to jet to Riverland, take a look at these average flight times for popular domestic routes:

• Melbourne, VIC Airport (MEL-Tullamarine) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) - 1 hour and 29 minutes
• Sydney, NSW Airport (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) - 2 hours and 8 minutes
• Port Lincoln, SA Airport (PLO) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) - 50 minutes