Saturday, September 8, 2012

Helpful Ways to Clear Airport Security Quickly: Part 1

By John Romeo


People make out airport security to be much more of a problem than it truly is. If you practice how to pack lightly, don the right clothing, and know what not to carry, than it can be a painless experience for you. As an experienced vacationer, I can provide some tips on how to clear airport security rapidly.

First things first, what you wear is essential. Many people are illogical about this and wear stuff that slow them down. Items that slow you down are belts, mobile phones, wallets, keys, loose change, and hefty shoes that require tying. In general, the garments you should wear to make it through airline security would be similar to what you would usually wear to the gym. Sweatpants or shorts with a t-shirt (and a sweatshirt if it's cold).

For some people, a cell phone and a wallet are two necessary parts of their life no matter where they are. For those people, keep these two items in your front pockets, and do NOT carry anything else. This way you can make it through the scanner quickly. When it comes to airline security the one check they do that people are rarely prepared for is the shoes. Every person has to remove their shoes, put them on the belt, and walk through. If you have boots with huge laces, you're going to hold up the whole line, so be smart and just wear sandals or slip on shoes.

The next option is jewelry. Fixed earrings (in other words, not hanging) and wedding bands are okay, especially if the rings are easily taken off and put in a plastic bin. Otherwise, eliminate it. Belly rings and other piercings, if it's a possibility to take them out and pack them, do it if you desire to clear airport security promptly. Necklaces, bracelets, anklets, or any other kind of jewelry should be packed, as those can absolutely be taken off.

These are just some of the basic steps. This is the first of a two-part installment. In the second portion, I will go over the more intricate details of how to make your airport security experience less painstaking than it has to be.




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