If you’re worried about someone rummaging through your luggage, you can rest assured that zip ties are allowed. According to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), you can zip-tie your luggage shut. The TSA can snip it open if they need to go through your luggage for any reason. So if you’re looking for a little … Read more
If you’re a smoker, you may be wondering if you can bring your cigarettes and lighter on a plane with you. The answer is yes, you can fly with cigarettes and a lighter. Cigarette lighters are allowed in carry on bags as long as they are disposable or Zippo type lighters. They can still have … Read more
Hi, have you ever been flying and wondered if you could bring your ratchet straps with you? Well, you’re in luck. Ratchet straps are allowed in carry-on bags. TSA has no problem with them. So go ahead and pack your ratchet straps in your carry-on bag. They’ll be just fine. So, can you fly with … Read more
If you’re like most people, your phone is a lifeline. It’s how you stay connected to the people and information you need. So, when your phone starts running low on battery, it can be a real nightmare. Thankfully, you can now fly with a usb charger suitcase! That means you can keep your phone charged … Read more
If you’re anything like me, you hate packing for vacations. You’re trying to fit everything you might need into one small suitcase and it’s just not working. Your clothes are taking up too much space and they’re heavy, too. What can you do? Well, I recently read an article that had some great tips for … Read more
We’ve all been there. You’re on a plane, the fasten seatbelt sign is on, and you need to grab something out of the overhead bin. You think to yourself, can I open the overhead bin during flight? The answer is yes, you can open it, just be careful! Wait until the fasten-seat-belt sign isn’t on … Read more
“Can you put hairspray in hold luggage?” You may be wondering if you can bring your favorite hair product with you on the plane. The answer is yes, but there are some restrictions. All liquids, aerosols and gels must be stored in containers 3.4 ounce or smaller and placed in a clear, quart-sized bag. So, … Read more
You’re about to take a long-awaited vacation overseas. You’ve packed your bags, made your reservations, and you’re almost ready to go. But then you remember that you need to bring a power adapter to use the power plugs in the airport. Can you take plugs in your hand luggage? Yes, you can take plugs in … Read more
Have you ever been dying to crack open that bottle of wine on your flight but were unsure of the rules? Well, I have some good news for you. You are allowed to bring unopened alcoholic drinks on a plane as long as they are below 70% alcohol. Now you can enjoy that glass of … Read more
As someone who travels frequently, you may be wondering if you can use your TSA locks on international flights. The answer is yes! You can use your TSA locks on any type of flight, whether it is domestic or international. This is because TSA locks are designed to keep your luggage secure and to minimize … Read more