| Traveling to the airport |
It is difficult to give you advise on how to get to the airport, as there are many aspects to take into consideration, such as the distance between your home and the airport, the traffic to the airport, the parking facilities at the airport, the length of your journey, the reason for travel, etc. You are the only one that, using common sense, has to consider the possibilities and risks, and take the appropriate decision. However, take into account that, when you return from your trip, you will be tired, may be even warn out, and that you would be better of not driving yourself.
The holiday season is the season that most airlines recommend passengers to arrive at the airport an hour to two hours before their departure time during peak travel periods. Instead of driving to and parking at the airport yourself, take public transportation, a cab, shuttle service, or have a friend drop you off. If you must drive, try to avoid the inevitable holiday freeway congestion. And, if you are lucky enough to find a parking spot at the airport, write down the location of your car so you can easily find your car upon your return.
Note that airlines do not assume any responsibility for the transportation of any passenger or his or her baggage between any airport used by the carrier and any city or other place in any area served through such airport. Ground transportation is at passenger's expense.
What to wear
You should think about what you wear to the airport, as well. Wear sensible clothing to reduce your chances of serious injury in the unlikely event of an emergency.
- Wear clothes made of natural fabrics such as cotton, wool, denim or leather. Synthetics may melt when heated.
- Dress to cover as much skin as possible.
- Wear clothing that is roomy, avoiding restrictive clothing.
- Wear low-heeled, leather or canvas shoes.
You might be asked to remove your shoes, so try to wear a pair that slip on without laces or straps. It's also common to have to remove hats and belts--consider going without if you'd like to avoid the embarrassment of being asked to unbuckle in public.
Carry-on Baggage
Think small, Think smart, Think safe
- Check with airline on size and number of carry-on bags allowed.
- Keep essentials such as prescriptions, personal hygiene items, passports, important documents and valuables (jewelry or cameras) in your carry-on bag.
- Plan to check in more of your baggage and carry on less.
- Be safety conscious when stowing baggage.
- Stow heavy items under the seat in front of you, not overhead.
- Don’t stack items in the overhead bin.
- Don’t be a bin hog.
- Don’t overstuff the overhead bin.
In case of an emergency evacuation leave your belongings behind.
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