8 Essential TSA Tips for Summer Travel
Pack your carry on wisely
There’s always a chance that you’ll be expected to unpack your bag in the security line so that the agents can take a better look at its contents. To prepare for this possibility, it’s a good idea to pack neatly and strategically so that you’re not left scrambling to put it all back while holding up the line. Keep things like your boarding pass, passport, and other supporting documentation in a handy pocket where they can be easily reached when you get to the front of the line. Pack your keys, electronics, and your resealable plastic bag of liquids last so that they’re on the top of your suitcase and can easily be pulled out during the screening process.
Before you even start packing your bag, be sure to check all of the pockets and crevices for items that may have been left behind from the last time you used it. Things like stray sharp objects, lighters, or other surprise items that you didn’t intend to bring with you could hold you up in line or potentially get tossed out.
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