John Parker
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Can You Take Tweezers on A Plane and Other Sharp Objects
Tweezers and other sharp items fall under the TSA airport security rules which govern carrying any sharp object that might potentially be used as a weapon. These rules are, understandably, quite strict. There may of course be all sorts of reasons why you wish to take sharp objects on a flight with you and the…
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Can You Bring a Lighter on a Plane? TSA Lighter Rules
As smoking has been banned on flights for many years it is perhaps surprising that people still might ask can you bring a lighter on a plane but of course as so many people travel with only hand luggage today, and may wish to smoke when they arrive, perhaps it isn’t so surprising. So it…
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How to Pack a Car Seat For Checked Baggage
If you are flying with a child and need to have a car seat for them to use in your rental car when you arrive then you will either need to take one with you or rent one from the rental company. You never know how good the rental company’s car seat might be (or…
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Maximum Liquid You Can Take on a Plane in Carry On?
It can be quite confusing to know what the carry on bag liquid limit is and also what is considered to be a liquid under the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) 311 rule. By following the TSA liquids rules you will pass through airport security much quicker and with fewer problems. You will also ensure that…
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Is There a Liquid Limit for Checked Bags
People often get confused over the rules for bringing liquids on a plane, which is understandable as they can be pretty complicated. However, although the carry on liquids limit rules are quite onerous, the rules for liquids in checked baggage are quite simple. For full details of the checked bags restricted liquids read the rest…
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If you have a fear of flying here is some real advice to overcome it
Having a fear of flying can be a real problem for many people. It can prevent them from taking trips with family and friends, from seeing other parts of the world and might even interfere with their career prospects if travel is an important part of a job. Many people are nervous about flying but…
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Can You Take Cigarettes on a Plane?
Despite the ever-increasing price of cigarettes, smoking doesn’t look like it will be stopping any time soon. Although you cannot smoke cigarettes on a plane, can you still take them in your carry on baggage or in checked luggage? The same question applies to other tobacco products including cigars, pipe/rolling tobacco, chewing tobacco and other…
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My Favorite Gadgets to Make Flying More Comfortable
I have flown on many long haul flights, and at 6ft 2in tall, with long legs, I have had to learn to either live with the discomfort or do something about it. I have learned to do the latter with the help of some gadgets to make flying more comfortable always in my carry on.…
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Do Phone Chargers Go in Hand Luggage or Suitcase?
One thing is for sure: In today’s world, most people cannot live without their electronic devices, be they smartphones, cell phones, tablets, laptops, iPods, etc. So, if you are traveling, you will need to keep them charged in the air and at your destination. But can you take phone chargers on a plane and, if…
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Which Quart Size Liquids Bag Should You Use?
Having your liquids properly presented at airport security in a TSA-approved quart-sized bag will not only make your passage through security quicker but will also help those passengers behind you in the line. There is little more frustrating than being in a hurry to catch a flight and only being stuck behind some idiot in…