How to Pack a Suitcase
Packing may seem simple, but it is a science with rules that travelers often learn the hard way over thousands of miles on the road. Doing it strategically can be the difference between a harried vacation with countless detours to local drugstores and a streamlined one with everything you need at your fingertips. Here’s our […]
10 Ways to Make Sure Your Bags Don’t Get Lost When You Fly
Every flier wants their checked luggage to arrive at their destination with them at the end of a flight. But not every flier takes these simple precautions. As if air travel didn’t have enough pitfalls on its own, there’s also the frustrating and real possibility that an airline could lose your checked luggage. According to […]
Enhancing Baggage Security: Smart Tips for Stress-Free Travel
When it comes to air travel, one of the biggest concerns for passengers is the fear of losing their luggage. Misplaced or lost bags can be a frustrating experience, causing inconvenience and disrupting travel plans. In today’s digital era, technology plays a vital role in enhancing airport baggage management. Baggage Reconciliation System (BRS) technologies are […]
TSA rules: What’s allowed in — and prohibited from — your carry-on bag
Let’s be honest, packing for a trip can feel overwhelming. You aim to pack light, yet you don’t want to risk forgetting essential items and end up shopping instead of enjoying your journey. Maximizing your carry-on allowance is a smart strategy for traveling light while ensuring you have what you need. However, navigating TSA regulations […]
Detection technology eliminating the need to remove liquids and laptops from bags
Good news for travellers as new detection technology eliminates need to remove liquids and laptops from bags. 6.3 billion passengers. 103 million metric tonnes of freight. On some 68 million flights. From 1,200 airports, according to the latest ACI data. Air travel is bouncing back to pre-pandemic levels. According to Airports Council International, international passengers […]
Madrid airport workers busted for stealing jewellery, bags, phones, cameras, and even a violin from passenger suitcases in Spain
THE Guardia Civil has busted a group of Madrid airport employees for stealing valuables from luggage with a value of over €120,000. 16 employees of two companies operating at the airport have been arrested for pilfering bags, jewellery, clothing and electronic devices. Another 22 workers are being investigated. Guardia sources said those arrested committed the […]
From February 26, airlines will have to follow this new rule for your luggage
New luggage rule for airlines: At present, monitoring continues at six major airports, it said. Aviation security regulator Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) has asked all seven Indian airlines to deliver baggage to the passengers at airports withing 30 minutes of landing. The rule will be implemented from February 26 and airlines- Air India, […]
9 Tips for Getting Through Airport Security Faster
Getting through airport security as quickly as possible is most travelers’ goal, whether they’re flying for business or leisure. It may be impossible to whisk through the TSA checkpoint in just a few minutes. However, there are a few ways to move more quickly through security, which in turn speeds up the process for those around […]
Flight attendant saves six imperiled flamingo eggs, later meets chicks
Alaska Airlines flight attendant Amber May was preparing for takeoff from Atlanta to Seattle last summer when a passenger’s call light came on. May hurried over to the passenger. “She seemed pretty worried,” May said. “She asked, ‘Could you help me to keep some eggs warm?’” May, 52, was perplexed. “I’d never been asked something […]
The right way to pack a suitcase
Packing well is an art: Frequent travelers know how to pack as little as possible while still toting everything they’ll need. We’ve found the besthacks for packing a suitcase, and created an infographic that shows exactly where each item belongs. This is what a well-packed suitcase should really look like: Taken from: https://www.independent.co.uk