| Prepare for airport security screening |
 Passengers and their baggage are subject to inspection with an electronic detector with or without the passenger’s consent or knowledge. And, since 9-11-2001, airport screening procedures have intensified. Keep these tips in mind to make going through Security less stressful.
- Wear shoes without laces. You may be asked to take off your shoes for scanning. This is certainly easier if you don't have to fuss with laces.
- Have your boarding card ready, with a piece of photo identification.
- If you are bringing a cell phone, laptop, camera, or another electronic device turn it on so that security can inspect it more quickly.
- All carryon luggage is subject to inspection at the security checkpoint. It could be required that gifts be unwrapped for inspection, so it's best to wait to wrap them until you've reached your destination.
- Do not bring nail files, nail clippers, scissors, swiss army knives, or tweezers in your carry on. These items will likely be confiscated.
- If you are bringing alcohol in your carry on make sure it is sealed and unopened or it will likely be confiscated. Make sure any such bottles are at hand as they will likely be inspected.
- Make sure your overcoat, or coat is off and ready to go through the security scanners.
- Remove coins or metal objects from your pockets.
- Make sure you are not toting more than the permitted amount of carry on items. If you bring too much carry on, you will likely be sent back to check in and with security lines being longer, this could result in missed flights.
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