Airport Tips

• Check your itineraries for seat assignments and make any ticket changes you need.
• Handle any special needs you might have before you get to the airport.
• Check to make sure the contact information we have for you is right.
• Take care of passports, visas, and any important papers you might need way ahead of time.
• Use our online Check-in tool and self-service kiosk to avoid long lines at the airport.
• Know the check-in requirements for your airport.
• Know the requirements for the security checkpoints where you'll be traveling.
• Check security checkpoint wait-times and allow plenty of extra time for busy holiday periods.

• Check the display screens and monitors in the airport to find your gate.
• Arrive at the gate early with your boarding pass and e>ticket receipt.
• Keep an eye on the gate display screens that we have in most airports.
• Listen closely for announcements at the gate. It might be important stuff.

Baggage Tips

• Put your name and the phone number of your destination on the inside and outside of your bag.
• Don't wrap your gifts since all luggage is subject to inspection.
• Travel light when you can. Try bringing one carry-on bag that will fit underneath the seat in front of you.
• Don't overstuff your bag. That makes it more likely to get damaged.
• Make sure your bags don't have any straps or hooks sticking out that could get caught on something and damage
your bag.
• Stay within the Baggage Allowance.
• Carry valuables, medication, and travel documents in your carry-on luggage.
• Pack anything that might leak inside an air-tight plastic bag.
• Know the rules for any of your stuff that might be considered Dangerous Goods. That includes what to do with those spare batteries.
• Know the requirements for the Security Checkpoints where you'll be traveling. There are still restrictions on Liquids and Containers.

• Check with our airport agents if you need extra Packaging.
• Check as many bags as possible to make clearing Security Checkpoints smooth and fast.

• Make sure your immunizations are current.
• If possible, delay your trip if you're not feeling well.
• If you're prone to air sickness, ask for a window seat over the wing.
• If you have any health questions, or if you suffer from a chronic ailment, motion sickness, or fear of flying, ask for advice from your physician.
• Stress is bad for you. Reduce stress by allowing plenty of time to check in and reach your departure gate.
• Always carry your medication with you—never pack it in baggage you're planning to check.
• Wear loose, comfortable clothing and shoes for your flight.

• Here are a few things you can do to feel good while you're flying
• Eat lightly during your flight.
• Stay hydrated while you fly.
• Leave room under the seat in front of you so you can stretch out your legs.
• If conditions permit, try to stand up and walk around the cabin every once in a while.
• Want to read about some other ways to stay comfortable while you fly? Learn more about healthy travel tips for During Your Trip

• Here are a couple of things to remember once you arrive
• Never purchase local medications unless you're familiar with them.
• Wear sun block and sunglasses in the tropics and at high altitudes.
• Drink a lot of water to minimize altitude sickness.