Whether heading to a competition or vacationing in a winter wonderland, tourists and athletes alike often travel with their winter sports equipment. Bulky items like skis and snowboards will need to be checked as oversized luggage; however, smaller – albeit sharper – items like ice skates seem to cause a bit of confusion. The TSA…
Whether headed to the Venice Boardwalk or just an avid enthusiast, roller skaters and rollerbladers often want to travel with their skate equipment. Both the TSA and individual airlines determine what’s permitted onboard an aircraft, so understanding the rules is key to a smooth flight. According to the TSA, roller skates and rollerblades are allowed…
It can be challenging to pack for an adventure where specific tools like a Swiss Army knife may be necessary. When it comes to items like Swiss Army knives, airlines, security personnel, and destination countries all have rules surrounding what is and isn’t permitted. According to the TSA, airplane passengers cannot pack a Swiss Army…
People travel for all kinds of reasons, whether to visit friends, discover new places, or attend business functions. Some types of travel, especially for certain hobbies, require special equipment such as binoculars – which can be delicate and expensive. Air travelers can bring their binoculars on board an airplane in both carry-on and checked luggage….
People often travel for business or special events and may bring clothing that needs to be hung, such as coats, dresses, suits, or pressed shirts. When packing these items, some air travelers leave them on their hangers or choose to bring additional hangers, just in case there aren’t enough at their final destination. Regardless of…
For many women, the birth control pill is an essential medication. If you’re taking the pill, you may have questions about bringing it on a plane. Luckily, there is absolutely nothing to worry about. Passengers can travel with birth control pills in their checked and carry-on luggage. Birth control falls under the TSA’s medication guidelines,…
One of the most important things to bring with you on a trip is a camera. Aside from taking pictures on your phone, it’s one of the best ways to capture precious memories. Some people have concerns about whether the airport scanners can ruin the film, which effectively erases those memories. So can you take…
Sometimes you want to bring the comforts of home with you for your travel plans. Household appliances can add an extra layer of comfort to your trip, especially items like blenders that may not be available where you intend to stay. Are you allowed to bring blenders or other appliances with you on planes? Blenders…
Some common items might be allowed on planes but can cause a bit of a hassle when going through airport security, especially anything metallic. Condoms are a good example since many brands use a foil wrapper that can set off sensors during the screening process. It’s perfectly fine to bring condoms onto a plane. Properly…
Whether you’re a skydiving enthusiast or you’re terrified of flying and having a parachute would make you feel safer on a plane, you’ve probably wondered if you can take one on a passenger plane. Passengers are allowed to pack parachutes in either their checked or carry-on bag, regardless of whether or not they have an…