Airport security
The holidays fast approaching and there will be some of the heaviest travel day of the year. This means long queues, delays and, yes, lots of frustrated travelers. Here are some travel tips to make the most of the season and during your trip.
Flexibility is key
Be flexible with your travel plans to go to either a day or so to return home early or a day later. This can be with the crowds at the airport and can also help you to save a few dollars.
Be Prepared
Call or check online to see if your flight is on time or there are delays. Arrival at the airport in good time. Lines are long at both check-in counter at the airport and security. Ensure that no liquids and gels, travel (size is preferred) in your hand luggage in a bottle size zip-lock bag. Keep your boarding pass and ID in hand as you go through security checkpoints.
To speed up the process and go through security, on these points must be in the security slot.
- Shoes - wear slip-ons for speed
- Zip-lock bag of liquids
- Computers
- Remove all content you switch from pockets (cell phone, pager, wallet, etc.). Take an extra zip-lock there and do everything while you wait in line. You can place it in your hand luggage and not marked with trivia.
- Belts, and jackets (including suit jackets and coats must be removed)
If you pack presents in your hand luggage, they should be unpacked, or to keep in mind that TSA officials have the right to unpack, if deemed necessary. Visit the TSA website for a detailed list of what can and what can not be transported in luggage on your return. The security will be implemented for passenger safety, so do not expect any special treatment. Just smile and go with the flow!
Tech before you go
Using a GPS or Map Quest to get the most out of your driving time. Check the weather sites before you leave too much information is updated every hour on the delays for air or rail travel and road conditions.
Family time
Families traveling with small children should be at the airport so early benefits of the advance-boarding. This solution will occupy plenty of time for your kids to get a lot of books, games, portable DVD player with films, paper and crayons and snacks for children at the delay.
Stay Covered
There is always a good idea to consider travel insurance, especially during the holidays. Hopefully you will never use, but gives you peace of mind and can be very helpful if lost or delayed baggage, flight cancellation or unexpected travel disruptions, such as disease.
Use travel
Always use a travel agent to get the most out of your trip. They offer expertise and many tips. They can also help, if necessary, when you want and make sure everything goes smoothly.
