In Nigeria,
travelling by air is a lot easier than going by road or water. You save
more time, there are less risks and basically, you get greater value
for your money. However, there some procedures that can take the joy out
of the air travel, as they make what should be a seamless process
rather tedious. One of those procedures is the airport security check.
In
truth, packing to meet airline security guidelines is not always easy.
You may want to carry along a few electronics, like your laptop and
personal grooming items especially if you are going on a long trip but
these can cause a lot of hitches as aside from the body scanner, your
carry-on luggage can actually slow you down at the checkpoint as well.
However,
the good thing is that if you plan ahead, you can get through security
smoothly and have an easier flight.
Pack in layers
Do not just throw everything into your box and leave for the airport.
Take out
some time and actually structure the way you pack your belongings. If
you have a carry on, pack in a layer of clothes, before you pack the
electronics, then possibly another layer of clothes again inside a
carry-on. This does not just cushion your gadgets, protecting them from
severe friction, it allows the security agents to quickly see what is in
the carry-on, making it easy for them to process you faster.
Do not pack too many cords
A
luggage full of tangled cords is not a pretty sight for anyone to
behold, especially not the airport security as it looks risky and
potentially dangerous, even if it is not.
Rather
than set yourself up for a thorough and time-consuming bag check due to
excess cords, ensure you pack only the cables you absolutely need, wrap
the cords around their devices, and pack your chargers together in one
bag, preferably a see-through bag. You can use rubber bands on them to
keep them tangle-free. It is also a good idea to use retractable cables
when possible to make them easier to store.
Ensure large devices are easily accessible
If you
are travelling with a laptop and Ipad or any other bulky electronic
device, place them at the top of your carry-on or put them in your hand
bag so they are easy to reach in and pull out.
You
really do not want start digging around in your bag to find your laptop,
or even a gaming console when you are already security. Ensure
you do not keep them in checked bags. As they certainly have to come
out of your bags at screening checkpoints. Doing this will save you a
lot of time and cut out undue stress.
Pack all liquid in checked bags
Generally
the airport security limits the amount of liquids that travelers may
carry through a security checkpoint. Make sure you pack only the liquid
cosmetics you need for the trip and if you know it will be provided by
the hotel, try not to pack extra from your cabinet.
You may
call in advance to double check. Most hotels will have essentials like
liquid soap; stain remover, body creams, and some feminine hygiene
products on hand for guests. Ensure that large quantities of liquids,
gels, and aerosols are packed in checked baggage rather than carry-ons.
Wait to wrap gifts
The
airport security is very strict on wrapped packages, and they are
allowed through security, unless the security officers can see inside
the bag or package.
Most
times, passengers are forced to rip open the package, especially if it
electronics, sometimes, destroying the package in the process. Rather
than set yourself up for the delay that come with wrapping and revealing
the package, as well the disappointment of a ruined wrap job, it may be
easier to just wait until you get to your destination.
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