John Parker
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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…
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Can You Listen to an Audiobook on a Plane? Learn How!
Do you have a favorite audiobook that you want to listen to while flying or want to listen to a few new ones? Audiobooks are certainly a great way to help pass the time on a long flight. But can you listen to Audible in airplane mode or any other audiobook apps? Continue reading to…
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A Complete List of UK and Irish Airport Smoking Policies
The good news for smokers is that UK airport smoking areas can be found at some airports. However, the majority of UK airports do not allow smoking after you enter the terminal building or pass through airport security. Most UK airports have designated smoking areas before you enter the terminal building but only some allow…