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When you’re getting ready to take off, you’ll often hear the pilot ask all passengers to switch their devices to airplane mode. This applies to phones, tablets, electronic readers, and more because it could potentially cause issues with the cellular networks that the pilots use to communicate with the air towers. Once you’re safely in the air, you can once again use your devices, but only if you’re connected to Wi-Fi. Listen to the in-flight announcements to see when the service has resumed. You are allowed to text using Wi-Fi, and many airplanes include this as a complimentary [...]

COVID-19 is top of mind for most travelers, and some airlines may even require proof of a negative test or vaccination prior to flying. Additionally, once you get to your final destination, you may need to stake a test, so rather than dealing with the hassle of trying to track down one when you land, you may want to just take one along with you. The good news is that you can take unused COVID-19 test kits with you in both your carry-on and checked luggage. However, if you have any test kits that are used and contain [...]

There are no limits to the amount of tobacco that you can carry on a plane in your carry-on or checked bags; however, you cannot always use it on a plane, and that depends on the airline. Here’s all you need to know about bringing chewing tobacco on a plane. Key Takeaways Chewing tobacco is allowed on planes according to TSA guidelines, but it's important to check local regulations before packing it in your bags. Most airlines prohibit the use of chewing tobacco during the flight, similar to smoking or vaping. If your chewing tobacco is confiscated, there [...]

Self-defense may be top of mind when you’re traveling, especially if you’re traveling alone. One of the most popular items you may consider bringing with you is pepper spray. Thankfully, you can carry pepper spray with you, but it has to be in your checked bag. Here’s all you need to know about carrying pepper spray as you travel. Key Takeaways Pepper spray is allowed on a plane, but only in checked luggage, and it must have a safety mechanism in place to prevent accidental discharge. The amount of pepper spray allowed in checked luggage is one 4-ounce [...]

There are many limitations to what you can and cannot include in your carry-on and checked luggage, including cigarettes and electronic cigarettes. As long as you are of age, you can fly with tobacco, including cigarettes. Unlike liquor, there are really no limitations to the amount you can bring. There are some restrictions on electronic cigarettes, so let’s explore more about what you can bring while flying. Key Takeaways You can bring cigarettes and other tobacco products on a plane as long as you are of legal age, and there are no limitations on the amount you can [...]

Sometimes you want to get the party started a little bit early, topping off your liquid courage at an airport bar before boarding your plane. Once you’re seated, there are drinks available, but they’re often overpriced, so you may be wondering if you can bring alcohol on a plane. The answer is yes, though, unfortunately, you can’t drink it. There are some additional restrictions you want to keep in mind. Ultimately, as long as you’re of age, the bottle is 3.4 ounces or less, and less than 70 percent alcohol by volume (ABV), then you’re good to go, [...]

We accumulate a lot of random items in our bags that sometimes it’s hard to know what’s in there unless you clean it out. Whether you’re a smoker or not, you may end up with a lighter in your carry-on. Up until recently, these have been prohibited in luggage, regardless of whether it was checked or carry-on luggage, which was embarrassing if you didn’t know it was in there! Fortunately, these restrictions have been loosened a bit, and you can now bring a lighter on a plane. However, there are some restrictions as to what type and where [...]

Not everyone is a good traveler, so maybe you are hoping to bring some liquid courage with you in your carry-on luggage. Perhaps you’re coming back from a trip and want to bring back a bottle of wine to enjoy once you get home. Whatever the reason, you may be wondering if you can bring wine on a plane, and the answer is yes, you can bring wine on a plane. However, there are some limits based on the alcohol content and size. Here’s all you need to know to bring wine on a plane in your carry-on [...]

If you’re traveling, chances are you have several liquid items that you want to bring with you, but if you’re not a frequent traveler, you may not know where to start! As a general guideline, you’ll want to follow the 3-1-1 rule when it comes to packing liquids in your bags and keep your liquids to a maximum of 3.4 ounces. Let’s dig deeper into what that means for you. Key Takeaways Follow the 3-1-1 rule for liquids in carry-on luggage: each item must be 3.4 ounces or less, fit in a one-quart-sized plastic bag, and only one [...]