John Parker
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Can You Bring a Curling Iron on A Plane?
I remember my wife asking me “can I take my curling iron in my hand luggage?” when we first got together and, to be honest, I didn’t have a clue. If I had known then what I know now I would have said yes! Now I also know these can also be called a curling…
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Can you bring plants on a plane internationally? Seeds, Cuttings & Succulents
It can be quite tempting to bring back a plant, some seeds or a cutting from a plant you fall in love with while away on vacation to grow in your own garden. But can you take plants on a plane? We have thoroughly researched this to ensure we answer every question that may pop…
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Can You Take Nicotine Gum on a Plane?
Although I have never smoked, I have traveled with many people over the years who smoke quite heavily. So I know how stressful it can be for some smokers to go without their nicotine fix and get withdrawal symptoms, particularly on a long flight. But can you bring nicotine gum on a plane and chew…
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Flying with Laptops? Here’s How Many You Can Take Onboard?
The TSA rules for taking laptops and personal electronic devices on a plane can be confusing, to say the least. There have been many changes to the rules in the past 20 years including a ban on laptops, then laptop ban reversals but at least it seems to have settled down now. It is no…
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Can You Take Knitting Needles on a Plane?
Can you take your knitting needles on a plane in your carry on bag to use during the flight and are there any restrictions on sizes and types of knitting needles you can take?
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Can You Sleep Overnight in an Airport? Is It Legal?
There are many reasons why people may want to sleep overnight in an airport. These can include saving money on an airport hotel, catching an early flight which may necessitate getting to the airport by public transport the night before, flight delays or bad flight connections with an overnight layover. But is it allowed, or…
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Can You Take Seashells on a Plane? Coral, Sand and Sand Dollars
We all like to take a memento or souvenir home to remind us of a great vacation in the years to come. If it was a beach holiday, that may include taking a seashell or two home with you. But can you bring sea shells on a plane? The following guide should help you when…
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Can you Take a Walking Frame on a Plane?
Are you wondering if you can take a walking frame on a plane? For individuals relying on mobility aids like Zimmer frames or walkers, air travel can raise many questions and concerns. Understanding the rules and accommodations airlines provide for such essential devices is crucial. From navigating through airport security with your walking aid to…
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Can You Bring Rolling Papers on a Plane?
Many smokers prefer to use leaf tobacco and roll their own cigarettes using rolling papers, rather than buy manufactured cigarettes. So naturally, they will want to do the same while traveling so need to know whether they can take rolling papers with them. You will not be able to actually use them to make up…
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Can You Take Ashes on a Plane? Flying With Cremated Remains
It is a very sad time when a family member dies and stressful enough without the worry of whether or not you can take their ashes with you on a plane to scatter or bury where they have requested. Ashes are known by many different names which include cremated remains, cremated ashes, human ashes and…