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I haven't flown since 2004 - what do I need to know?

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Bramshott · 16/05/2011 20:55

Title says it all really! I haven't been on a plane in a long time, and DH and I are off for a 2-night break at half term.

Little bottles of everything, and no nail clippers is what springs to mind, but what else do I need to think about? What has changed in the travelling-world since I stopped doing it??!!

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Himalaya · 16/05/2011 22:22

Hopefully you're not flying the plane...

All hand luggage toiletries in a see-through plastic baggie

Don't wear complicated shoes to take on and off

Bramshott · 17/05/2011 10:08

Grin Himalaya!

In a clear plastic bag? Do the bottles they are in also have to be see-through?

Argh, this is more complicated than I thought!

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CestTout · 17/05/2011 10:13

To make it as easy as possible through customs I would recommend:
No boots, no belts, no necklace/bracelet, make sure change and keys are in bags not pocket. Liquids have been covered already. Coats off before you get to security screening. No sharp objects. Can you tell I do this a lot!?

Hope you have a lovely time.

CestTout · 17/05/2011 10:14

Just seen last post - liquids must be in a clear plastic sealable bag (eg the zip ones or the ones that click into place)

Himalaya · 17/05/2011 17:19

The bottles don't have to be seethru, just the baggie. Or pack all liquids in checked in bags an don't worry.

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