This is all common sense, but sometimes, we just need a reminder. It also helps to stick to your packing list to make sure you pack as light as possible!
- Keep your receipts for checked luggage with you just in case your luggage does not arrive with you.
- If you are expecting frequent flyer mileage credit for your flights, keep all your boarding passes for 6 weeks after your trip. Confirm credit in your mileage account before throwing out the boarding passes.
- If your luggage is damaged on a flight (one of my wheels was torn off!), report the damage immediately upon arrival if you want the airlines to reimburse you.
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Some flights and airports will have stairs, so be prepared to carry your carry-on luggage.
- Even if you cannot print your boarding pass, try to check-in online. If there is a problem with your ticket, try to reconfirm immediately to avoid problems at the airport.
- Travel insurance will really, really help if flights are cancelled or delayed, or if your luggage is lost or delayed.
- Double-check your seat assignments to see if you can get better seats and make sure you are sitting near your travel companions (online and at the airport check-in counter).
- Typically, laptops will need to go through security separately, but rules regarding shoes, liquids, and cameras vary by airport location.