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Yes—e-cigarettes and vape pens must go in carry-on; never in checked bags. Keep batteries protected, disable triggers, follow the 3-1-1 liquids rule. Flying with a vape doesn’t need to be stressful. The rules are clear once you know where vapes can ride, how to pack batteries, and what to do with juice bottles. This guide […]

Yes—utensils can go in checked bags; sharp items like kitchen knives must be sheathed, and battery-powered tools belong in your carry-on. Short answer for travelers packing cutlery and kitchen gear: yes, you can place utensils in a checked bag. That includes metal forks and spoons, table sets, and most cooking tools. Sharp pieces, like chef

Yes — e-cigarettes and vape devices must go in carry-on; keep spare lithium batteries in the cabin and pack liquids under the 3-1-1 rule. Flying with a vape can feel confusing. Rules vary by airport and airline, and signs can be easy to miss when you’re rushing to the gate. This guide gives you a

Yes, TUI weigh hold bags and charge per extra kilo; cabin bags have a 10kg cap and may be weighed; stay within your allowance to avoid fees. Travel plans feel smoother when you know where airlines draw the line on bags. TUI publishes clear weight limits for both cabin and checked luggage, and staff at

No—most TSA officers aren’t law enforcement; only TSA’s Federal Air Marshal Service carries federal police authority. Airport checkpoints are staffed by different teams under one banner. Some wear blue shirts and run the X-ray belts. A smaller cadre carries badges and firearms out of public view. Mixing these groups often leads to confusion at the

Yes, most airports allow umbrellas in hand luggage; pack them dry, no sharp tips, and expect screening or size checks on long stick styles. What This Means At Security Short answer: your brolly can fly. Screeners look for sharp points, hidden parts, and anything that feels like a tool. Slim, foldable designs pass the belt

Yes—baggage x-ray units are regulated and the walk-through portals use millimeter waves, not x-rays; traveler exposure at checkpoints stays low. Airports can feel intense. Lines, trays, shoes, laptops. Add the worry about radiation, and nerves spike. Let’s clear it up in plain language. TSA checkpoints rely on two main categories of tech: x-ray systems for

No. TSA dogs screen for explosives; drug searches fall to CBP or police, and DEA has curbed airport sweeps. If you’ve seen a friendly lab weaving through a checkpoint line, you might wonder what those noses are hunting. The short answer: not your stash of snacks. TSA canine teams are trained to detect explosive odors

Yes. Most toys can go in checked bags, but watch rules for batteries, liquids, and realistic toy weapons; follow airline and safety guidance. Flying with kids or sending gifts often means packing a suitcase full of playthings. The big question: which ones can ride in the hold without trouble? This guide lays out clear, hands-on

Yes, TSA allows vacuum seal bags in carry-on and checked bags, though officers may open them if screening can’t clear the contents. Space is tight, fees add up, and luggage weight limits rarely budge. Vacuum seal bags promise tidy stacks and fewer suitcases, so travelers ask a simple question: are they okay at the checkpoint?