Quick Travelling Tips
October 23rd, 2007 by World Traveler
Here are some quick things to know when travelling.
- Be prepared by knowing and following the rules. Each time TSA searches a carry-on it slows down the line.
- If in doubt, put your liquids in checked luggage.
- Come early and be patient. The enhanced security process may mean longer lines at security checkpoints, especially at times of higher traffic volume.
- Speak to your children about the screening process so that they will not be frightened or surprised. Remind them not to joke about threats such as bombs or explosives.
- When travelling with large amounts of currency or other valuables, you may request to be screened privately.
- Always check the weather at your destination, and prepare accordingly.
- Dress comfortably.
- Bring a neck pillow for the flight.
- Make sure airplane personnel are aware of any disabilities or medical conditions that may require their assistance at some point during the flight.
- Do not wrap gifts before getting on the plane. You may have to unwrap them for inspection.
- Don’t overpack bags. They may need to be screened, causing delays and making it harder to close them back up.
- Book flights early in the day whenever possible. Early flights are less likely to be delayed.
- Always allow airport personnel and airplane crew members to do their job. Interfering with the duties of a crewmember violates federal law.
- Avoid wearing clothing, jewelry or other accessories that contain metal whenever possible.
- Remember that you will be asked to remove your shoes while going through the security checkpoint.
- Always make sure each piece of luggage, whether checked or carry-on, is clearly labeled and secured with an airline-approved lock.
- Keep valuables on you at all times, not in checked baggage.
- Do not put fragile or critical items (keys, medicines, etc.) in checked baggage.
- Always carry a photo I.D.
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