8 Essential TSA Tips for Summer Travel

Check what you can

Checking your bag can be a drag when you have to wait for it to be unloaded at the other end of the trip but depending on what and how much you’re bringing with you, it might be easier than having a huge carry-on full of questionable items that will slow you down in the security line. Liquid products with a volume greater than 3.4 ounces are fine in a checked bag. If you plan on bringing any spare electronics, cords and batteries, they are better off being in your checked baggage because they can sometimes require a close check by TSA agents.

Sharp objects or tools like nail files, scissors, or razors are best left in a checked bag or you may risk having them thrown out by airport security. Medications tend to travel better in a checked bag but be sure to keep anything you can’t afford to lose or go without with you in your carry on just in case your luggage gets lost or delayed.

Tetra Images / Getty Images

SHARE ON

Advertisement

Keep Your Flight Boarding Pass and Get Discounts on Your Vacation

After boarding a flight, most people just stuff their boarding pass into their carry-on and forget about it. By doing this, you’re missing out on potential savings. Many airlines offer discounts and freebies for those who keep their boarding pass. Depending on where you land, you could score savings on tourist attractions, restaurants, wine, or even airport transfers.

The Most Common Scams from Around the World

There’s nothing like traversing the world and exploring new countries and cultures, but sometimes the experience is spoiled by dishonorable people preying on uninformed travelers. If you make an effort to learn about the classic scams, you’re unlikely to fall victim to them and can just enjoy the positive side of your trip. To help, here’s a list of common scams around the world for you to get acquainted with.

How to Make Friends During Your Trip

One of the biggest fears of people who want to embark on a solo trip is being alone. They think meeting new people will be a struggle, and if they can’t find a partner to travel with, they just cancel or postpone their adventure. The truth is that with a little bit of planning and initiative, it’s actually harder to be alone than you think. The travel community is extremely welcoming and one doesn’t need to try hard to be part of it.