How to Travel Like a Flight Attendant
Is lip balm or lip gloss allowed in hand luggage on board an airplane? The answer is yes, and according to TSA rules, it doesn’t have to be in a separate baggie.
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Is nail polish or nail varnish allowed in hand luggage on board an airplane? The answer is yes, as long as the bottle is under 3.4 oz. or 100ml. Previous US limits were at 3 oz. but have since been updated to reflect a more accurate equivalent to the international standard of 100 ml.
After a 2006 bomb plot discovery, all liquid, gel or aerosol items must be in containers no larger than 3.4 oz or 100ml and fit into a one litre clear, closed and resealable plastic bag, about 20 cm x 20 cm. I’ve dubbed this the security baggie and it must pass though the screening machine separately from your other carry-on luggage.
Use a medium-sized zippered bag; the freezer style is more durable. It’s easy to fit all your sundries once you know that only liquid, gel or aerosol items are considered restricted and
need to be placed in the security baggie. This includes roll-on or aerosol deodorant,
toothpaste, shave cream and mascara.
For more information on what you can carry on board and how to pack it like a pro, download my eBook Travel Like A Flight Attendant. It’s filled with money-saving travel tips and advice I learned from my thirty years (and twenty million air miles) as a crew member.
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I’ve only checked my suitcase five times in thirty years. Flying standby can mean a last minute dash to the gate and if my bag doesn’t get onboard, neither do I. Skip carousel chaos and lost luggage limbo by bringing your suitcase onboard.
Choose lightweight shirts and sweaters that can be worn separately or layered. Good fabric choices are silk, cotton and merino wool. Visiting a tropical destination? Remember that air-conditioning can be bone chilling. I always pack a hat and scarf, though they may range from a boater and sarong to a beret and pashmina.
Carrying enough toiletries aboard is simple once you know that only liquids, gels or aerosols have to fit inside the one litre clear, resealable “security baggie.” A medium-sized zip-lock freezer bag works well. Place toothbrushes, razors and powdered cosmetics in your regular travel kit.
Toothpaste, shave cream and mascara are considered liquids and must be in containers no larger than 100ml. Buy travel-sized products and make substitutions, like stick deodorant for roll-on to reduce the quantities of liquid.
Prescription medications and items like contact lens solution are exempt from these limits. Visit the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) or the US Transportation Security Administration (TSA) website for current regulations about carry on and checked luggage.
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Statistics like “42 million suitcases mishandled last year” never bother me. I always make sure my luggage fits onboard. Flying standby can mean a last minute dash to the gate and late check-in is one reason bags go astray.
Travelling light saves you money and increases your mobility. I’ve successfully toured for up to ten days with only one carry-on. On longer trips, local dry cleaners are an economical option. For creative packing tips and current regulations, visit onebag.com, the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority website CATSA and the US Transportation Security Association TSA.
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