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Are Air Travel Rules Different Between Airports ..................................................................... 49

Packing Your Bags for the Airport: What You Should Leave at Home ..................................... 52

Airport Security Checkpoints: What You Need to Know .......................................................... 55

1) The first checkpoint is when you go to register for your seat on the plane. ............. 56

2) When you have been cleared to the next stage, you will need to go through the

main airport security checkpoints. ...................................................................................... 56

3) Once you have been cleared at the main security checkpoint, you will need to go

through one more security checkpoint. .............................................................................. 57

Random Baggage Checks: Be Smart ......................................................................................... 58

Air Travel: What You Need to Know About Your Checked Baggage ........................................ 61

Flying? Banned Items That You Might Not Have Thought Of .................................................. 63

The New Liquid Ban: What You Need to Know ........................................................................ 66

Are Your Beauty Supplies Banned? .......................................................................................... 69

Beauty Quick Tip (Or like Wilma and Betty used to scream: Charge It!): ........................ 72

Air Travel Rules: Traveling With Tools ..................................................................................... 72

Air Travel Rules: Traveling with Sports Equipment .................................................................. 75

Air Travel Rules: Traveling With Electronics ............................................................................ 79

Air Travel Rules: Are They Different For Those With a Disability? ........................................... 82

Air Travel Rules: Are They Different With Children?................................................................ 84

Air Travel Rules: Flying With Pets............................................................................................. 87

Air Travel: Is the Clothing You Wear Important ....................................................................... 90

What Happens to Your Banned Belongings at Airport Security? ............................................. 92

Are You on The No-Fly List? What You Can Do ........................................................................ 95

Doing It On The Cheap! The Stresses Of Travel ..................................................................... 98

Airplanes Or AccommodationsGet Your Best Deal And Then RELAX AND ENJOY! ........... 98

Resources ............................................................................................................................ 99


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List Of IllustrationsFigure 1 - He who strives for the pot of gold at the base of the rainbow finds himself alone in

the gathering dusk after the rainbow disappears, miles from home, feeling foolish, having to

walk home in the dark. ~ Glenn Carson

Figure 2 - Young couple planning their trip .................................................................................... 7

Figure 3 The size of the airport makes a huge difference ........................................................... 8

Figure 4 - You may want to consider going the day of................................................................ 9

Figure 5 - If youre traveling somewhere small, you may not have many options ...................... 10

Figure 6 - If you choose the layovers, then youll find the cheapest route .................................. 11

Figure 7 - Use connections through the agency to make things happen ..................................... 12Figure 8 - Seems rather archaic, eh? Why visit that old ticket office? ......................................... 13

Figure 9 - At some time in your life you are bound to buy airline tickets .................................... 14

Figure 10 - Make sure you know when you want to leave and your destination ........................ 15

Figure 11 - Nobody wants to sit by the bathroom in the middle of the aisle .............................. 17

Figure 12 Buying airline tickets at the airport can be a royal pain ............................................ 18

Figure 13 - The best way for you to purchase tickets is to know your itinerary .......................... 20

Figure 14 - Its time for your family to pack up and go somewhere exciting!.............................. 21

Figure 15 - You are taking the family to Hawaii for vacation this year! ....................................... 22

Figure 16 - Hotel room prices also go up quite a bit on weekends .............................................. 23Figure 17 - Maybe youll get a free hotel room for a day! ........................................................... 23

Figure 18 - Las Vegas - get more with a package deal .................................................................. 24

Figure 19 - Disney World is one of the most visited theme parks in the USA .............................. 25

Figure 20 - Travel Scams... You can live with a short seminar right? ........................................... 26

Figure 21 - What is it that happens in the Caribbean every fall? ................................................. 27

Figure 22 - You will need to know and abide by all of the air travel rules ................................... 28

Figure 23 - You cannot bring gun powder bombs, flares, or even cigarette lighters aboard ...... 29

Figure 24 - Once you arrive at the airport, the serious air travel rules begin .............................. 30

Figure 25 - Can you name the air travel rules, including ones recently implemented?............... 31Figure 26 - Transportation Security Administration (TSA) ............................................................ 33

Figure 27 - In dealing with security, take the straight and narrow road! ..................................... 34

Figure 28 - Think before you speak! Choose your words carefully .............................................. 35

Figure 29 - Your shoes will be scanned along with the rest of your carryon luggage .................. 36

Figure 30 - All liquids are currently banned from being stored in your carryon luggage ............ 38

Figure 31 - Consequences? You may have to book a reservation on another flight .................... 39


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Figure 32 - You are advised to start preparing for your flight, well in advance ........................... 43

Figure 33 - When packing, you will want to remember everything that you learned ................. 45

Figure 34 - In no time at all, you should be on your way to enjoying your vacation ................... 46

Figure 35 - Ensure that your vacation is filled with joyous memories ......................................... 47

Figure 36 - Which items can be stored in your carryon luggage? ................................................ 48Figure 37 - Your GOAL is the wonderful, upcoming vacation! ..................................................... 49

Figure 38 - The best way to learn airport rules is by visiting the Web site of the airport ............ 50

Figure 39 - Find out! Some airlines have specific rules on flying with pets .................................. 52

Figure 40 - It is nice to know that your treasured items are safe at home .................................. 54

Figure 41 - If you are about to head off to catch a flight... Keep your mind on your goal!.......... 55

Figure 42 - Make sure you get on that plane and GO! ................................................................. 58

Figure 43 - Alcohol cannot be brought on the plane if it is more than 140 proof ....................... 60

Figure 44 - The majority of tools are also banned from being included as carryon luggage ....... 64

Figure 45Dont do damage to your precious getaway, your vacation! .................................... 66

Figure 46 - The only drinks allowed are infant formula or milk based products for babies ........ 68

Figure 47 - There is a good chance that you will be bringing along beauty supplies ................... 69

Figure 48 - If it isn't liquid, your beauty product is good to GO! .................................................. 71

Figure 49 - We love to shop, right? Buy makeup when you get there, and mail it home to

yourself! ........................................................................................................................................ 72

Figure 50 - Saws, saw blades, drills, and box cutters are banned from all airplane cabins ......... 73

Figure 51 - If you are planning on enjoying a game of baseball... ................................................ 75

Figure 52 - All airlines have a ban on golf clubs being used as carryon luggage .......................... 76

Figure 53 - Bows, arrows, and guns are prohibited from being in plane cabins .......................... 77

Figure 54 - Additional sporting goods that are banned... Yes! Some ski equipment! .................. 78

Figure 55 - GPS is the future of air traffic control ......................................................................... 80

Figure 56 - Remember - Your GOAL is a wonderful, successful vacation! ................................... 81

Figure 57 - Inform the airline staff of any disability or medical condition that you may have .... 82

Figure 58 - Planning ahead is the best way to make your next flight a memorable experience . 84

Figure 59 - Children must undergo the same screening process as everyone else ..................... 85

Figure 60 - Children must also go through the processes... OFF with the shoes! ........................ 86

Figure 61 - Who, ME? Get in THAT little cage? Har Har Arf! ........................................................ 88

Figure 62 - Ahhh, flannel! The height of Airport Style! ................................................................ 90

Figure 63 - You will need to submit more than one piece of identification ................................. 96

Figure 64 - Take the appropriate steps to ensure that you will make it to your intended

destination .................................................................................................................................... 97

Figure 65 - Spot! Yo, Spot! The TREES are up that hill! (We are LOVING this vacation!) ............. 98


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Hot-Tips! From Great

Low-Cost Airline Tickets

To Todays New Travel Rules

Low-Cost Airline Tickets

Airline Tickets - Tips for Saving Money

Keep in mind that airline tickets are purchased by practically everyone at some

point in their life. Youll want to think about this when it comes to your next

family reunion, wedding, or when you begin to plan your dream vacation.

Figure 1 - Young couple planning their trip


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Youll want to make sure that you think about your airline tickets and what the

best options are for you and your family arrangements. Youll want to consider

that there are many different ways for you to find cheap tickets, but youll also

want to consider that the final choice of tickets is up to you.

Figure 2 The size of the airport makes a huge difference

Also keep in mind that it all depends on where you live and where it is that you

wish to go to. Youll find that the large cities are vacation hot spots that will allow

you to find more specials or discounts.

Also, take into account that the size of the airport makes a huge difference. You

will pay more for a small airport. This is because they are not bringing in as many

people as some of the bigger airports can.

Youll find that if you are going from a small city to a big city, it will cost less to

depart than it will be to come back. The airport makes a difference.

It is very important that you consult your travel agent, so that they can find you

the best deals. Youll also want to think about your departure times, because they

can also help you to save yourself some money.


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Youll find that it is important that you plan and plan. This is because youll be

able to save a lot for the trip. However, if you live in a small city and there arent a

lot of flights that go in and out, you may want to consider going the day of, and

seeing if you can get any discounts for last minute flights.

Figure 3 - You may want to consider going the day of...

However, this is not recommended, because you may not even get a flight.

Cheap Airline Tickets - A Ton of OptionsYou see advertisements for cheap airline tickets all over the place. They saturate

the Internet, television, and newspapers for good reason.

Nobody wants to pay $800 for an airline ticket when they can get something

pretty similar for half the price or less. Cheap airline tickets have become a

business all their own with fare comparison sites, auctions, and bidding sites.

Travel agents used to have to do most of the footwork for us but with most

people able to access the Internet, its just as easy to do it yourself.

Fare comparison sites are usually the first stop for people looking to buy cheap

airline tickets. These sites check prices from many different companies that offer

the flight you are looking for.


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This will give you a ton of options if you are traveling from a large city to another

large city but if you are traveling somewhere fairly small, you might not have

many options at all.

Figure 4 - If youre traveling somewhere small, you may not have many options

To get better results and cheaper tickets, you can change the arrival and

departure dates by a day or two to see if the prices go down. You can also include

airports in nearby cities. Though inconvenient, you can save quite a bit of money

by skipping your local airport and using one in a larger city nearby.

Auction sites frequently offer cheap airline tickets that are almost too good to be

true. This could be because the person who has the tickets had a change of plans,

or due to some type of promotion.

If a new resort opens, they may offer cheap airline tickets to help bring in

customers.

Save Money on Airline Tickets - Best Options

Bear in mind that airline tickets can be very expensive. For those who are not use

to purchasing airline tickets, youll find that the prices can vary greatly. You will


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want to consider some of the ways that you can save some money, but youll also

want to think about your options.

Figure 5 - If you choose the layovers, then youll find the cheapest route

First, youll find that if you plan ahead, youll be able to get the best rates. For

those who cannot plan ahead, you may want to pick the crappy seats. Youll find

that if you choose the layovers, then youll be able to find the cheapest route to

go. Keep in mind that if it sounds like its an inconvenient, it most likely is, but

youll find some discounts or incentives for your trouble.

Keep in mind that some of your options are not appealing, but youll have to

make "To-Do." Youll also find that once you get to your destination you will

become relieved that you didnt have to pay a lot, but now you have the money

to really enjoy your vacation.

When it comes to booking far in advance, youll find that it also guarantees that

you have a flight, but also it gives you the best options available when it comes to

fares. Basically, you have your pick of seats. The question is how much you are

willing to pay for your seat. A lot of people will hold out for a cheaper ticket, but

then they are put on a waiting list and hoping that someone drops out. Its not fun

to be waiting on a seat to come available.


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As for going for the crappy seats, youll notice that it will knock some money off,

but not a lot of money. It wont greatly reduce the cost, but it will be less. If you

are looking to save some money you may want to downgrade in class.

Cheap Airline Tickets - Agent or DIY?

When it comes to cheap airline tickets, youll need to consider the source. Youll

find that there are advertisements on TV, in the newspapers, Online and other

media advertisement. Youll want to keep in mind that no one wants to pay the

high prices, so finding the cheap airline tickets has become almost like an art.

Youll find that there are many ways that youll be able to find the lower prices,

but it will take some work.

Figure 6 - Use connections through the agency to make things happen

The first thing that youll want to do is locate a travel agent that can help you.

Youll want to think about using the travel agents because you will be able to use

connections through the agency to make things happen. Youll also find that it can

be just as quick and easy if you go Online and do it yourself.

Take into account that youll need to compare some of the fares, but youll also

want to look at the packages and even the tickets that you are thinking about.

Youll find that there are a lot of traveling options that will affect rather you get a

reasonable price or a high price. Direct flights tend to be a lot more than if you


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were to have an overlay. You may also find that there are sometimes where you

just dont have a lot of options.

It is times like these that youll need to change your arrival and departure dates or

times in order for you to get the cheaper tickets. Youll find that it can be an

inconvenience at times, youll be able to save a lot of money in the end.

Where To Buy Airline Tickets - Use Your Time Wisely

Before, you would have to go to the airport or deal with a travel agency to get

your tickets, but today you have several options. Of course you still can go to the

airport or travel agency, but youll find that you can place your order over the

phone and even Online. Youll want to consider that these more convenientoptions will allow you to use your time wisely when planning for a flight. Youll

also find that you can take care of the tickets while in the comfort of your own

home. It is very important that you stop and consider your options.

When it comes to buying airline tickets at the airport, youll find that it can be

such a pain. Youll have to wait in a line, that you dont even know if there is a

seat for you, and it can be such a waste of time if you are put on a waiting list. You

could end up wasting your time wondering around the airport before you end upgetting a ticket.

Figure 7 - Seems rather archaic, eh? Why visit that old ticket office?


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You will find that the hassle of going to the airport is no longer worth it. When it

comes to travel agencies, youll find that they are not as popular as they use to be

at one time, but they are still an option. Youll find that they are more than happy

to book your flight. They also can get you some of the best deals possible. Keep in

mind that they have spent time building relationships with airlines. You dont

want to overlook your options with a travel agent, because you may be

overlooking good prices and opportunities.

Keep in mind that the Internet is also very easy, and it is also the most popular

way. There are over a thousand sites that willing to sell you an airplane ticket

going anywhere.

Youll need to think about some of the Online discounts that you may qualify for.

Also keep in mind that it will take some work finding the best prices.

Tips For Buying Airline Tickets On The Internet

At some time in your life you are bound to buy airline tickets. It might be to go on

a business trip or to visit a loved one across the country.

Figure 8 - At some time in your life you are bound to buy airline tickets


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No matter what the reason may be, you are going to have to fly and probably buy

the tickets yourself. For someone who has never had to deal with buying airline

tickets, this might sound like a daunting task but in reality it couldnt be any

simpler.

Thanks to the Internet, buying airline tickets takes almost no time at all. There are

tons of Web sites that do nothing but sell airline tickets and many will sell them to

you at a discount.

The most important tip to buying airline tickets Online is to know your

itinerary. Make sure you know exactly when you want to leave and where

you are going. If you need a round trip ticket, make sure it is included so

you dont have to buy one later or you may end up stuck for a day or more.

Most Web sites let you type in where you are leaving from and where you

are going and then choose dates on a calendar. This is very easy to use even

for someone without much Internet experience.

Figure 9 - Make sure you know when you want to leave and your destination


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Nobody wants to sit right by the bathroom in the middle of the aisle. This

particular seat usually has a reduced rate if you are flying alone or with a friend

but in groups you might get full price.

Figure 10 - Nobody wants to sit by the bathroom in the middle of the aisle

Flying coach is also a great way to save money. You dont really need to be in

business class do you? Take both of these and agree to sit a couple hours at each

airport between transfers and you can cut the price of your airline tickets in half.

Its full price to go from A to B but ifyou make 3 stops on the way, it gets much

cheaper. Just bring along some form of entertainment and you will make it just

fine.

For-Sure Good Deals - Buy Airline Tickets Online

Just fifteen years ago there were only two places you could buy airline tickets: At

an airport or at a travel agency.

You could do this in person or by phone but the results are usually the same. In

todays world, you still have those two options but now you can also buy airline

tickets from the comfort of your own home by using the Internet.


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The airport is a no brainer. Of course they will be more than happy to sell you

airline tickets. After all, their jobs depend on it.

The problem with buying airline tickets at the airport is that it can be a royal pain

to park and wander your way around until you reach the airline you wanted to get

the tickets from. Its just not worth the hassle unless you live in a smaller town

and your airport only has a couple of gates. You still might have to pay for parking

though.

Figure 11 Buying airline tickets at the airport can be a royal pain

Travel agencies, though not as popular as they used to be, still exist here and

there. Travel agents are more than happy to do the job for you. You dont have to

pay them extra either. Most travel agents that are still in business have had very

long relationships with various airlines and might be able to get you some great

deals. Dont overlook this option.

The Internet is the easiest and most popular way to find airline tickets. Thousands

of Web sites exist that only have one goal: Get you to buy tickets from their site.


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This lets them compete with one another and you are certain to get a good deal

from one of them. Buying tickets Online also lets you change your departure

dates and location so you can try to get a better deal.

Hundreds of Airline Web Sites - Airline Ticket Deals

Airline tickets can be expensive no matter how you look at it. You might as well

explore every option available to see if you can get some good airline ticket deals.

There are many ways to go about getting airline ticket deals that are pretty

obvious like Web sites but there are also some ways that people tend to

forget about, like using travel agents.

Believe it or not, travel agents still exist. There arent as many as there were a

decade ago but they have a distinct advantage that Web sites may not have. They

have been in the business for a long time and often have very close relationships

with certain airlines. They usually dont charge you any type of fee so it never

hurts to give them a shot.

They often know the market well and can predict when certain airline tickets are

apt to be on sale or at a good discount.

Web sites are the easiest way to find a good airline ticket deal. There are

hundreds to choose from with their own unique way of giving you the best deal

available. Some of these Web sites might give you a long list of various airlines

that meet your date and departure requirements while some will allow you to

make an offer. If you make an offer, always start low and increase in $35-$50

increments until your offer is accepted.

If you go lower than that, you might miss your preferred departure date. Clear

your cookies between visiting the various sites or they will know what your

previous offers were and may not give you anything lower.


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Purchasing Airline Tickets Online - Stay In Control

At some point, everyone buys an airline ticket. You will find that it could be for

business or it could simply be because you just want to travel. Youll find that

there are many reasons why you need a ticket and there are just as many reasons

why you will want to be careful when buying an airline ticket.

Keep in mind that this is a simple task and you dont have to make it harder than

it is.

Thanks to the Internet you will find that purchasing tickets is almost a no brainer.

There are many Web sites that will help you to get an airline ticket and stay within

your budget. You will also be able to find many of the tickets on sale or discount.Youll find that there are some important tips when it comes to purchasing a

plane ticket.

Figure 12 - The best way for you to purchase tickets is to know your itinerary

The best way for you to purchase your tickets is to know your itinerary. You will

need to make sure that you know exactly when it is that you want to leave and

when you need to be back. This will help you to adjust your times, but also it will

give you some room.


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You may need to leave by 8 A.M., but if you leave at 5 A.M., youll save a lot of

money. The information also works in the vice versa. Youll want to look at the

dates and times closely, so that you can see if you can take a cheaper flight.

As for the fees, youll want to have them waiting for you. It can be tiresome and a

pain if you have the fees billed to you later. This way you will be able to deal with

them and get them off your back.

Youll be able to stay in control.

Vacations Aren't Cheap - Airline Tickets For Vacation

Finally, its time for you and your family to pack up and go somewhere exciting.This requires a lot of thought and planning if you want everything to go smoothly.

Figure 13 - Its time for your family to pack up and go somewhere exciting!

There are many factors that influence the price of airline tickets but vacation

planning usually starts early in the year so you have a head start.

Before you pick a date, make sure there arent events happening in the

area you want to visit unless you plan to attend those events.

Business conferences and sporting events will guarantee you a higher

priced hotel room and airline tickets.


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Pick a date when nothing is going on and you will get much lower rates on

everything.

Weekdays are also cheaper than weekends for arrival and departure from

the airport.

Lets say you decide you are taking the family to Hawaii for vacation this year. You

will need to find out where in Hawaii you want to stay, what you are going to do

while youre there, and most importantly, how much are the airline tickets going

to cost for everyone.

Figure 14 - You are taking the family to Hawaii for vacation this year!

Once you have found a date, you can use the Internet to look for good deals or

even deal with a specific airline directly.

The Internet is the easiest route and might save you some money. Make sure you

buy round trip tickets and if you like, keep the family together in a row or two.

You might even be able to find a nice hotel/airfare package deal.


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Vacations arent cheap, so you might want to find everything available to keep

airline ticket prices to a minimum. Every dollar you save on the tickets could be

better spent having fun, right?

Figure 15 - Hotel room prices also go up quite a bit on weekends

One final thing to rememberand this can highly impact the cost of your trip

Hotel room prices also go up quite a bit on weekends due to higher demand.

All Shapes And Sizes - Airline Ticket Package Deals

Before you agree to buy any airline tickets, it never hurts to look around and see if

there are any package deals that would be a good bargain. A package deal is whenyou not only get your airline tickets but maybe you get a free hotel room for a day

or discounts to local attractions.

Figure 16 - Maybe youll get a free hotel room for a day!


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Since you are going there anyway, it never hurts to have some options in the way

of entertainment or lodging. Package deals are most commonly associated with

vacations and can include anything from coupons to VIP passes.

Package deals come in all shapes and sizes and can be influenced by many things.

Figure 17 - Las Vegas - get more with a package deal

Las Vegas builds amazing hotels and rides all the time and one way to promote anew hotel or an attraction is to include it in some kind of package deal.

If you were going to fly there and stay at the MGM Grand at regular price but the

Luxor will give you a free Hoover Dam tour included in a package deal, many

people will opt for the Luxor.

Another type of package deal can happen if you are buying many tickets at once.

You might be in charge of this for a business or just have a very large family

but often you can get a group package deal.

Airlines like groups because they spend money in the airport and in the

plane and if they have a good experience, they will likely tell someone

about it.


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This all leads to greater revenue in the long run even if the airline loses a

little profit at first.

Awesome, Overlooked Deals - Airline Tickets And

Theme Parks

Airlines often give you great deals if you purchase theme park tickets at the same

time or plan to stay at a theme parks hotel.

Figure 18 - Disney World is one of the most visited theme parks in the USA

If you take a little bit of time to call around before buying airline tickets to an area

with a theme park, you might find some awesome deals that are often

overlooked.

This is particularly true with Disney World. This can be a great thing if you

and your loved ones are planning a long vacation to an area with a theme

park or two.

Disney World is by far one of the most visited theme parks in the USA.

Orlando has a huge airport and hundreds of hotels to accommodate all of

the tourists like yourself.

The mistake people make is that instead of calling the theme park for deals,

they purchase tickets, hotel rooms, and airline tickets separately.


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Thats an awful idea. If you just take the time to call Disney World itself,

they might have some promotion that includes all three.

You dont want to end up in a hotel far away either. Orlando has great

highways so almost any hotel in the area can claim to be *near Disney.*

Theme park hotels can be quite expensive so a reduced airline ticket is

always a good thing to look in to.

Some of the pricey resorts near theme parks will give you very good deals

on airline tickets because they want you to spend your money at their

hotels and theme parks instead of on airline tickets.

Its just good business. Even if you dont plan to visit a theme park, check into

package deals anyway, if it saves you money, you can fly cheap and even sell the

park tickets later on.

Travel Scams - Airline Ticket Deals To Avoid

You may have been curious about ads or Web sites that promise no strings

attached airline tickets to a great place like Orlando or Hawaii. Some of these

might even include hotel rooms! This sounds too good to be true, right? Well,

unfortunately, it is. These scams are usually set up by time-share companies and

what they dont tell you is that you will be required to attend their seminars every

day. You can live with a short seminar right?Think again.

Figure 19 - Travel Scams... You can live with a short seminar right?


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These *seminars* last at minimum 4 hours each day you are there. If you

dont attend them, you may not be able to get your free airline ticket home

or even have your hotel room canceled.

Sure, its sneaky, but legally these companies are doing what they say. They

provide free airline tickets with the promise of vacation and in a way they

do comply.

If you think you can listen to 4 hours of sales pitches every day and still try

to have a good time later, go for it. If you know its a bad idea, stay away.

Many airline deals center around bad times of year. In the fall, you can see ads for

very cheap Caribbean airline tickets.

Figure 20 - What is it that happens in the Caribbean every fall?

Hmm What is it that happens in the Caribbean every fall? Oh yeah! Hurricanes!

The chances of a hurricane coming to the exact place you are visiting are pretty

slim but if it does happen, you are stuck there for the duration of the storm.

Be very careful when drooling over these cheap airline tickets in the fall. The same

applies for Japan and nearby islands in the spring.


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Todays New Travel Rules

Important Air Travel Rules You Must Know

Are you in the process of planning a family vacation or even a business trip? If so,

there is a good chance that you will be concerned with a number of things,

namely the proper identification that is needed to board an airplane. Proper

identification may get you on the airplane, but it does not necessarily mean that it

will get you to your destination. For that, you will need to know and abide by all

of the air travel rules.

Figure 21 - You will need to know and abide by all of the air travel rules

When it comes to air travel rules, there are many travelers who automatically

assume that they already know what these rules are; however, the reality is that

many do not. In fact, there are some many air travel rules to follow, that it is

difficult for any one person to know and fully understand them all. This does not

mean that you should not familiarize yourself with the rules of air travel; it justmeans that you should try and focus on the most important ones.

One of the most important air travel rules, that you must follow, pertains to the

items that are prohibited on airplanes. When further examining these items, you

will need to learn which items are only prohibited from being in your carryon


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luggage and which ones are prohibited from airplanes altogether. In your

examination, you will likely find that flammable or explosive objects are not

allowed on airplanes, under any circumstances. This means that you cannot bring

gun powder bombs, flares, or even cigarette lighters aboard a plane. Trying to

could not only lead to your items being confiscated, but it could also lead to you

missing your flight or being detained by airport security.

Figure 22 - You cannot bring gun powder bombs, flares, or even cigarette lighters aboard

Although the ban of sharp, explosive, and flammable items is considered common

sense, there are other bans that are not as easy to know on your own.

One of those bans is the current bad on all liquids. This ban only applies to your

carryon luggage. It was recently learned that explosives could easily be held or

converted into liquids; thus the reason for the ban.

This ban not only applies to the food or drinks that you consume, but your health

and beauty supplies as well. Instead of carrying these items in your carryon

luggage, you will need to put them in your checked baggage. This liquid ban only


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has a few exceptions, such as baby formula, prescription medication, or small

amounts of non-prescription medication.

Once you arrive at the airport, the serious air travel rules begin. One of those

rules involves airport security checkpoints. All passengers are required to pass

through these checkpoints. This is the time where you will need to go through a

metal detector and your belongings will need to be scanned by an x-ray machine.

Figure 23 - Once you arrive at the airport, the serious air travel rules begin

But, did you know that this procedure has recently changed? Now, all passengers,

unless they are disabled or suffer from a serious medical condition, are required

to remove their shoes. Once you remove your shoes, your shoes will be scanned

with the rest of your carryon luggage.

As previously mentioned, a number of air travel rules are considered common

sense. The most important air travel rule, that you should already be aware of, is

the need to cooperate with airport security or airline flight crews.

In the event that you unsuccessfully try to pass through an airport security

checkpoint, you need to stay calm. If it was a mistake, you should have nothing to

worry about. Starting a confrontation, whether it is at the airport or in the sky,

can lead to serious consequences. Not only may you end up missing your vacation

or your business trip, but you may even end up spending the night in jail.


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Flying? How to Learn the New Air Travel Rules

Are you preparing to take a flight this year? If so, could you name off all of the air

travel rules, including the ones that were recently implemented? You may think

that you could, but many travelers actually cant. This is because many are aware

of all of the items that are prohibited from being on airplanes. Unfortunately,

being unfamiliar with all of air travel rules can spell trouble. Not only can you miss

your flight, but you can also be banned from the airline altogether, or you could

be arrested. To prevent this from happening, you are advised to learn all of the air

travel rules, before you leave for your flight.

Learning the new air travel rules seems easy enough, doesnt it? Unfortunately, it

isnt always as easy as it seems. There is a reason why so many travelers are

unaware of these rules; many of them do not know how to go about learning

them. Luckily you for, if you are interested in familiarizing yourself with the many

air travel rules, before you leave for your flight, you have a number of different

options.

Figure 24 - Can you name the air travel rules, including ones recently implemented?

Perhaps, the best way that you can learn all of the air travel rules is by contacting

your airline directly. This contact can either be over the phone or Online. For

instance, if you are planning on flying with Delta Airlines, you will either want to

contact a Delta representative or visit their Online Web site. Most airline

representatives would be more than willing to assist you and most airline Web


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sites are filled with valuable information, including information on items that are

prohibited aboard a plane and other applicable rules.

In addition to contacting the airline directly, you may also want to contact the

airport in which you will be leaving from. As with airlines, most airport

representatives would be more than willing to assist you with any questions that

you have, including questions that pertain to air travel rules, restrictions, and

violations.

There is also a chance that you can find what you are looking for by visiting the

airports Online Web site. If you are flying out of an airport for the first time, there

is a good chance that you may be looking for information on parking or additional

fees. If so, that would be the perfect time the search the Web site for information

on airport or air travel rules.

If you are unable to make contact with the airport in which you will be flying out

of or the airline that you will be flying on, you can also use the Internet to

research and familiarize yourself with air travel rules. Perhaps, the Internet is one

of the best ways to stay up-to-date on the newer air travel rules, ones that were

implemented within recent months. Information on these rules will commonly

come up in Online news reports. When searching for new airport or airplane rules

with the news, you are advised to keep the news reports date in mind. This may

help to prevent you from relying on outdated information.

In conjunction with searching news reports for up-to-date information on air

travel rules and safety, you may also want to perform a standard Internet search.

By searching with the words air travel rules, you should be provided with a

number of different results.

Those results will likely include Online Web sites that outline the rules and

restrictions commonly found in airports and aboard airplanes. You will want to

make sure that the Web site, which you are getting your information from, is

accurate. One trusted Web site that you may want to get your information from is


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www.tsa.gov. That is the Web site for the Transportation Security Administration

(TSA). You will want to be careful obtaining your information from anywhere else.

Figure 25 - Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

As previously mentioned, there are a number of different ways that you can go

about familiarizing yourself with common air travel rules. When doing so, it is

important to remember that different airports and different airlines tend to have

different guidelines, rules, and restrictions. Therefore, it may be best if you obtain

your information directly from them.

In-Flight Air Travel Rules

When it comes to air travel, a lot of focus is placed on airport security. While the

majority of air travel rules are enforced in airports, there are other rules that are

enforced in the air. To make the most out of your next business meeting or

vacation, you are advised to familiarize yourself with those rules. Doing so will notonly allow you to have a pleasant experience, but it will also prevent you from

being involved in an unnecessary, but serious incident.

As you may have gathered from news reports, one of the biggest problems on

airplanes today is uncooperative passengers. An uncooperative passenger can

simply be one who needs to go to the bathroom and refuses to wait until it is safe

to leave their seat. However, that passenger, along with many others, is largely

unaware of the dangers of violating these important, but simple air travel rules.

The first rule that you must follow is to follow all rules imposed by your airline.

This means leaving your seatbelt on until it is safe to remove it or staying in your

seat until it is safe to move around.
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It is also important that you cooperate with all airline employees, namely flight

attendants. If they ask you to do something, such as remain in your seat, you are

advised to listen to them.

Figure 26 - In dealing with security, take the straight and narrow road!

Often times, if you do not the situation will get out of hand. A few insulting

comments and you could be met at your next boarding gate by airport security or

local authorities. Even if you do not consider yourself a threat to other passengers

or flight attendants, confrontation in the air is taken seriously; very seriously.

It is also advised that you refrain from making any jokes, especially those that

involve the use of a bomb or any other weapons. Although you may only be

kidding, in todays society, these jokes are taken seriously. In fact, it is advised

that you refrain from using the words bomb, gun, or hijacking aboard an airplane.

In the event that those words were overheard, whether they were taken out of

context or not, they could cause you and other passengers a large hassle. This

hassle often involves the de-boarding of the airplane and additional securitychecks.

As previously mentioned, there are serious consequences for violating these air

travel rules. Even if it is proven that you are not a threat to yourself, the flight

crew, or other passengers, you may still face prosecution. This prosecution may


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include disrupting the peace or inciting panic aboard an aircraft. Just because you

know that you are not a threat, does not necessarily mean that everyone else

knows the same thing. That is why it is advised that you choose your words and

your confrontations carefully, especially when in the air.

Figure 27 - Think before you speak! Choose your words carefully

The above-mentioned in-flight air travel rules are just a few of the many that you

must abide by. You will find that most of these rules are not well-kept secrets, in

fact, many are simply common sense. If you would like to learn more about the

rules enforced in-flight, you are advised to contact each airline directly or use theInternet to your advantage. A simple Internet search should provide you with the

information that you were looking to obtain.

The Benefits of Staying Up-To-Date on All Air Travel

Rules

Have you flown within the last year? How about within the last month? Even if

you have, there is there is a good chance that things have changed since the lasttime that you were at the airport. While you may be thinking about the airport

layout, it is actually the air travel rules that have likely changed. As more security

issues arise, often on a daily or weekly basis, the airlines decide to enforce new

travel rules. In the event that these new enforcements do go into effect, do you

know how to go about finding what they are?


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Before you can learn to familiarize yourself with new air travel rules, if there are

any, you will want to understand the benefits of learning those rules.

Unfortunately, too many travelers are so worried about having the proper forms

of identification that they dont always worry about the items that they pack. If

you are one of those individuals, there is a good chance that you may,

unintentionally, pack items that are prohibited past airport security checkpoints.

Depending on the prohibited item, you may be required to make additional

accommodations, discard of the item, or turn it over to airport security.

Figure 28 - Your shoes will be scanned along with the rest of your carryon luggage

In addition to prohibited items, there are also new air travel rules that apply to

security screening procedures. For instance, all air travelers are now required to

remove their shoes. Your shoes will be scanned along with the rest of your

carryon luggage. While this may pose an inconvenience, it is a requirement.

Failing to comply with this requirement, as well as others, may lead to you being

detained by airport security or local authorities. In addition to missing your flight,

you may even face prosecution for your actions. However, this can all be

prevented by knowing and understanding the new air travel rules, as well as theold ones.

Perhaps, the best way to familiarize yourself with air travel rules is to go directly

to the source. That source is the organization that makes and essentially enforces

those rules, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). You can obtain


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valuable information from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA),

including information on air travel rules, by directly contacting them or by visiting

their Online Web site. That Online Web site can be found at www.tsa.gov. You are

advised to fully examine this Online Web site. You will find that it has a large

amount of information that you need to know.

In addition to using the Internet to examine the Online Web site of the

Transportation Security Administration (TSA), you can also use it to perform a

standard Internet search. By searching with the words new air travel rules, you

should be provided with a number of different results. Those results are likely to

include Web sites or news reports with information on air travel, including the

rules that are enforced aboard all airplanes or in all airports.

When doing this, it is important to keep your source of information in mind.A

large number of Web sites with inaccurate, misleading, outdated information can

be found Online.

It may also be a good idea to contact the airline or airport that you plan on

using.

This contact can be made over the phone or the same information can

easily be obtained Online.

Whether you visit the Online Web site of a particular airline or airport or

contact their representatives directly, you should be able to familiarize

yourself with newly implemented air travel rules.

It is also advised that you contact each airline or airport directly because

they tend to have different rules.

Airport screening procedures may vary from one airport to another, as well

as rules aboard particular airlines.

With a small amount of time and research, you should easily be able to learn all of

the rules of air travel, including the ones that were recently implemented. Not

only will doing so make your flight more pleasant, but it will help to reduce wait

times and ensure that you will make it to your intended destination.
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The Importance of Following the Air Travel Rules

Are you preparing to fly this year? Whether you are scheduling a business trip or a

family vacation, there is a good chance that you will want to pack and take a

number of your belongings with you.

Are you planning on bringing any items with you that are banned? If so, you may

want to rethink your decision. As a traveler, you need to understand the

importance of following air travel rules, including banned items.

Before you can understand the importance of following air travel rules, you need

to familiarize yourself with them. You can easily do this by contacting the airline

or airport you plan on using. In addition to contacting them directly, you shouldalso be able to find helpful information, including common air travel rules, on

their Online Web sites. These Online Web sites, along with other valuable

information on air travel, can be found by performing a standard Internet search.

In your search you will not only be able to obtain a list of all of the banned items,

but you also will learn specific information on those bans and exceptions to them.

Figure 29 - All liquids are currently banned from being stored in your carryon luggage


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For instance, all liquids are currently banned from being stored in your carryon

luggage, but small amounts of baby formula, eye care drops, and prescribed

medications are allowed.

In addition to information on items that are prohibited aboard an airplane or only

allowed in certain plane areas, you can also learn more about the airport security

screening process. This may include documents that you need to have handy, as

well as the security checkpoints that you will have to go through.

Once you have taken the time to familiarize yourself with many of the air travel

rules, including those that were recently implemented, you should be able to

have a pleasant experience at the airport, as well as aboard your airplane.

However, knowing the new rules of air travel simply isnt enough; you also need

to follow them. In fact, if you dont follow them you may be in for the shock or

surprise of your life.

Figure 30 - Consequences? You may have to book a reservation on another flight

When it comes to not following air travel rules or cooperating with airport

security, you will find that there are a number of different consequences.

Perhaps the most common consequence is that you will miss your flight.

If you are tied up with airport security, they are not required to hold your

flight just for you.

Therefore you may be required to book a reservation on another flight.


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In addition to missing your flight, there is a chance that you could be

detained by airport security or local authorities.

While it is possible to be detained by airport security or by local authorities, you

will find that it is often a rare occurrence. Most airport security incidents can be

cleared up in a matter of minutes; however, there is still the chance that law

enforcement could intervene.

When it comes to banned items aboard a plan, you will not necessarily be

detained unless you try to sneak aboard an item that is dangerous or illegal, such

as drugs, guns, bombs, or other weapons. In the event you just forgot to take your

mascara out of your purse, you will likely just have it taken away from you.

As previously mentioned, another air travel rule, aside from leaving prohibited

items at home, involves airport security checkpoints.

All passengers are required to go through the proper checkpoints and

successfully pass through them, before being able to board an airplane.

Not only will you be required to hand over your carryon luggage bags, to be

properly screened, but you will also be required to walk through a metal

detector, as well as take off your shoes.All passengers, including children, need to follow these procedures.

In the event that you refuse to, you will not be permitted to board your

flight.

There is also a good chance that you will be detained by airport security or

by local authorities.

Essentially, the worst that could happen is that you will be questioned by

authorities; however, this questioning may lead to you missing your flight or beingbanned from flying altogether. Although you may not necessarily be a risk, airport

security cannot be sure. That is why they tend to be overly cautious when it

comes to air travel rule violations.


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Consequences for Violating Air Travel Rules

In recent years, the media has been flooded with examples of security breaches

on airplanes and in airports. Although a number of these instances have turned

out legitimate, there are others that were simply a mistake. Although you might

assume this mistake was made on the part of airport security, most times it

wasnt. In many instances, the mistake was made by a traveler; likely a traveler

who was unaware of the consequences for not properly following air travel rules.

Dont let yourself be one of those travelers.

When taking a flight, whether that flight is domestic or international, you are

advised to familiarize yourself with all of the air travel rules, including the new

ones, before you leave. While many air travel rules can be considered common

sense, there are others that are a little bit more difficult to know without doing

the proper amount of research. Therefore, before you leave, you are advised to

do that research. You can easily determine what items are allowed or not allowed

on your flight by contacting your airline or the airport that you are planning to go

flying out of.

In your quest to understand air travel rules, there will likely be some rules that

you will come across that you dont see any point to. Although these rules may

appear silly or stupid, you still need to follow them.

For instance, there is currently a liquid ban on all international flights and

domestic flights. There are a few exceptions, but one of those exceptions does

not include drinks for adults. No matter how much you want to have a bottled

water with you, it is just not possible. Instead of fighting it, you are advised to live

with it because if you dont, you could suffer the consequences.

When it comes to violating air travel rules, you will find that there are a number

of different consequences for your actions. Honestly, those consequences all

depend on which airport you are at, the airline which you are traveling with, the

rule that you are violating and your attitude during the ordeal.


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The most common consequence is that you will be delayed a short period of time.

For instance, if you are trying to bring a soft drink onboard or a cigarette lighter,

you may be taken aside for just a moment. That moment will be just long enough

for you to hand over the prohibited item and be reminded of the importance of

following air travel rules.

While many air travelers can get away with a simple warning, there are others

who suffer more serious consequences. One of those consequences is being

banned from your flight. As previously mentioned, your attitude during the whole

ordeal can have a significant impact on the action that will be taken against you. If

you are caught carry a prohibited item, you are advised to just turn it over.

Although there is a good chance that you may not get your nail cutters, your

favorite cigarette lighter, or your bottled water back, it is better than not making

it to your intended destination. In most cases, you will be allowed to catch your

flight, as long as you cooperate with airport security. Dont give them a reason to

ban you and they wont.

Although being banned from your flight seems serious enough, there is one more

consequence that is worse than that. That consequence is being arrested by local

authorities.

In most cases, an arrest will only occur if and when you get out of hand.

Whether you are on your plane or just waiting at the airport, it is important

that you remain calm at all times.

Whether you are upset with the air travel rules or just nervous about flying,

your nerves may bring unwanted attention.

When being confronted by airport security or a flight crew, it is important

to stay calm and answer all questions.

Being rude, insulting, or uncooperative, it is the quickest way to find

yourself in a jail cell.

As you can easily see, there are a number of different consequences for violating

air travel rules. However, you control those consequences. Whether you intended


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to break a rule or not, the best thing that you can do is stay calm and be

cooperative with whoever you are dealing with. It is the best way to resolve the

situation as quickly as possible.

Flying? Preparing For Your Flight

Are you planning on taking a family vacation this year or a business trip? If so,

there is a good chance that you will be flying. Flying is a relatively safe, easy, and

convenient way to travel. However, before you leave for the airport, you are

advised to start preparing for your flight, well in advance.

Figure 31 - You are advised to start preparing for your flight, well in advance

Unfortunately, many travelers do not realize that preparing for your flight does

not just include packing your bags. Thanks to new air travel rules and the

enforcement of them, preparation now includes more than you could ever

imagine.

As previously mentioned, it best that you start preparing for your flight early. In

fact, you should start preparing as soon as you buy your airline tickets, whether


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that is two weeks before you leave, or two months. The first step that you will

want take is to familiarize yourself with the airline that you are flying with and the

airport which you will be flying out of.

You can easily do this research Online. You will want to determine how early you

should leave for the airport and what items you will need to bring along with you,

such as personal identification.

It is also a good idea to review the list of banned items. These are items that you

are not allowed to have on the airplane or past certain points in most airports.

The most commonly banned items include sharp objects and flammable items,

but there other items included in these bans, items that you may have never eventhought about before.

That is why it is best that you learn what you can and cannot bring on your next

family vacation or business trip. In the event that you try to bring along items that

are prohibited, you may have them confiscated.

If you are planning on familiarizing yourself with banned items and other airline

rules, it may be a good idea to print off a list of what you find. Printable lists ofitems that are banned in airports and on airplanes can be found Online from a

number of different Web sites.

One of those Web sites includes the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

A printable list is ideal, especially if you do not need to start packing for your trip

right away.

After you have familiarized yourself with the air travel rules, including the onesthat were recently implemented, you will need to start packing, whether you do

so right away or not.

When packing, you will want to remember everything that you learned, although,

if you printed off a list, your packing will be much easier. In the event that you are


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not sure whether or not an item can be brought on an airplane, you are advised

to leave it at home. Banned items can not only be confiscated, but they could

cause you to miss your flight. That is why you are advised against taking any

unnecessary chances.

Figure 32 - When packing, you will want to remember everything that you learned

Once your bags have been packed and all your travel plans are in order, you will

need to head to the airport. It is advised that you arrive at the airport, at least,

two hours in advance.

It is important that you check with your airport, because some airports have

different restrictions. Depending on the size of your airport or the number of

flights going in and out, you may find that you need to arrive three or even four

hours in advance.

It is also important to make sure that you not only have your plane tickets with

you, but the proper forms of identification.


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Once at the airport, it is important that you remain calm at all times, even if you

are approached by airport security. In todays world, it is not uncommon for you

to be subject to a random bag check or search; therefore, you should not fret if

you are asked.

Instead, just remain calm and, in no time at all, you should be on your way to

enjoying your vacation or your business trip.

Figure 33 - In no time at all, you should be on your way to enjoying your vacation

Making the Most Out of Your Next Flight

Are you planning on taking a vacation this year? Whether you are vacationing

alone, with your family, or with your romantic partner, it is almost a guarantee

that you would want to enjoy your trip. You can plan your vacation as much as

you would like; however, there is a way that you could spoil your vacation, even

before you get off the ground. That way is by having a bad experience at the

airport or aboard your airplane.


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To prevent this from happening, you are advised to know how to make the most

out of your next flight. Doing so will help to ensure that your vacation is filled with

joyous memories.

Figure 34 - Ensure that your vacation is filled with joyous memories

The first step in making the most out of your next vacation flight, it is to

familiarize yourself with all of the air travel rules. This most commonly includes

items that are prohibited in airports and aboard airplanes.

Unfortunately, many individuals are unaware that many of the items in their

carryon luggage are actually prohibited. Bringing prohibited items aboard an

airplane could lead to your items being confiscated, you missing your flight, or

even being detained by airport security.

The best way for you to go about learning what items are and are not allowed

aboard an airplane is to review the restrictions that your airport and airline has.

You can do this by contacting the airline or airport directly or by visiting their

Online Web sites.

You should be able to find these Web sites by performing an Internet search. In

your search, you will likely learn that a large number of items are banned. These

items include, but are not limited to, most liquids, sharp objects, most sporting


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equipment, and flammable items. It is also important to determine which of these

items can be stored in your carryon luggage and which can be stored in your

checked baggage, if any.

Figure 35 - Which items can be stored in your carryon luggage?

In addition to learning about the items that are prohibited aboard an airplane or

past airport security checkpoints, you will also want to familiarize yourself with

the general airport screening process.

Since there is always a chance that problems will arise, most airports request that

you arrive at least two hours before your flight departs. However, it may be a

good idea to check with your airport first. Since different airports have different

flights and are different sizes, you may find that certain airports request that you

arrive earlier than two hours.

On the day that your flight leaves, it is important that you arrive on time. If your

airport recommends arriving two hours in advance, it is advised that you arrive

two hours in advance. Even if you get through security quicker than you imagined,

the worst that will happen is that you will have to wait. If you arrive at the airport

at the last minute, there is a chance that you may miss your flight.


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It is also important that you follow all of the requests made by airport security. If

you are asked to step aside, you are advised to do so without incident. Often

times, the matter in which you were asked to step aside for, will clear up right

away but not if you are rude, insulting, or unruly.

Perhaps the best way to make the most out of your next flight is to cooperate

with airport security. In the event that you packed a banned item by mistake, just

acknowledge your mistake and move on. Your item will likely be confiscated, but

it is better than the consequences, which may include a missed flight or being

detained by airport security. Your GOAL is the wonderful, upcoming vacation!

Figure 36 - Your GOAL is the wonderful, upcoming vacation!

Are Air Travel Rules Different Between Airports

Are you a frequent flyer? If so, there is a good chance that you know all of the air

travel rules. Do you? If so, do you know that air travel rules can vary between

airports? Most travelers, especially those that tend to fly out of the same airports,

are unaware that the rules are different.

When understanding air travel, it is important to remember that there are two

main sets of rules. One set of rules are often imposed by the federal government.

These restrictions, such as the bans on sharp objects or certain liquids, must be

upheld in all airports in the United States.


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Despite these types of bans and air travel rules, you may also find that specific

airports have implemented their own rules and restrictions. Although it is not

required, a number of them have.

Whether you are a first time flyer or a frequent flyer that is flying out of a new

airport, you are advised to familiarize yourself with the air travel rules that are

implemented in all airports, as well as the ones that are implemented individually,

by each airport. The rules that can be found in each airport are just as important

as the rules that are widespread. For this reason, it is important that you

familiarize yourself with them. This can be done a number of different ways.

Perhaps the best way to learn airport rules is by visiting the Web site of the

airport in which you will be flying out of. If you do not already know the address

of that Web site, you can easily find it out by performing a standard Internet

search. You should perform your search with the name of the airport in question.

Figure 37 - The best way to learn airport rules is by visiting the Web site of the airport


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Once at the Web sites main page, you should be able to find information on air

travel rules. You are encouraged to fully read those rules and take note of what

you see; it may come in useful later on.

As nice as it is to get information Online, you are advised to be careful with what

you find. Most airports update their Online Web sites on a regular basis, but not

all do. You will want to be on the lookout for outdated information.

In addition to outdated information, there is a good chance that you will not find

anything at all.

If your airports Online Web site does not have any information on air travel

safety and rules, it does not necessarily mean these rules do not exist. However, itdoes mean that you may have to obtain the information elsewhere, such as

directly from the airport.

When trying to contact an airport, you will have a number of different options. If

you are flying out of a local airport, it is likely that you can get the airports

contact information for your local phone book. If not, you should be able to

obtain it Online.

Regardless of where you get your information from, you should find that each

airport has a number of different telephone numbers listed. In the event that

there is not a phone number listed specifically for information on air travel rules,

you will want to contact the customer service department.

Most airline representatives would be more than willing to answer all of your

questions, including those on airport rules and restrictions.

In addition to familiarizing yourself with the airport that you will be flying in and

out of, it is also a good idea to examine your airline. Like many airports, many

airlines have implemented their own air travel rules, guidelines, and restrictions.


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For instance, there are some airlines that have specific rules on the flying with

pets and others that are more flexible. Before leaving for the airport, it is

important that you determine whether or not these additional air travel rules

exist.

Figure 38 - Find out! Some airlines have specific rules on flying with pets

When flying out of a new airport or on a new airline, the but the other airline

allowed it, excuse will not work. That is why, to prevent confusion or

confrontation, you are advised to know what rules and restrictions each airport

and airline has, if any.

Packing Your Bags for the Airport: What You Should

Leave at Home

Each day, millions of travelers hop on an airplane to get their next destination.

Whether you are planning a visit to friends or family, attending a business

meeting, or just taking a family vacation, it is likely that you will not be traveling

alone. Almost all air travelers bring some sort of luggage with them.

Unfortunately, when it comes to packing their bags, many travelers have no idea

what they should or shouldnt bring along.


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If you are gearing up for your next trip, you are advised to carefully choose the

items that you are planning on bringing along with you. This includes items that

will be packed in your checked baggage, in addition to your carryon luggage. Not

only should you be thinking about convenience, but you should also be thinking

about air travel rules, namely the rules that specify which items or materials are

allowed aboard an airplane and which ones are not.

When examining items prohibited during air travel, it is important to remember

that some items may only have a partial ban.

An example of a partial ban is a ban that may prevent certain items from being

stored in your carryon luggage, but not in your checked baggage. Most of these

bans, such as liquids, large tools, spo

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