In the wake of the attacks on New York back in 2001, airline travel has gotten more and more difficult in the security sense.
We're now being asked to do some pretty amazing things, like take our shoes off, when we go through the metal detectors.
So, how do you travel by plane as easily as possible? Well, here are some suggestions.
First of all, always allow extra time.
They say that you need to show up and check in two hours before your flight now.
However that does vary a bit depending no how busy the airport is, as well as your destination.
In other words, there are sometimes more procedures to go through if you're going to a different country.
Next, minimize what you bring in your carry on luggage.
Remember that needles, scissors and even some forms of makeup may be questioned or confiscated at security.
It's a good idea to bring things that you aren't very attached to.
That way, if things are confiscated, you can do without them or replace them easily later.
The big thing to remember is, if you don't know, ask.
Call the airport and make sure that anything that may be questionable is indeed allowed before you show up with it.
Also, you may want to call the airport that you plan to return from, since different airports and airlines can have different rules.
That way, you can minimize both the problems that you have and the time that you waste when you actually arrive.