Avoid the Wand

With all the flight delays and cancellations in the news, it reminded me of a tip from Dear Hubby that every frequent (or infrequent) traveler might employ.

Going through security these days is a real pain. I saw a cartoon of an elderly couple standing in the security line in their underwear, and unfortunately, that's almost true! You have to remember so many things, stand in line forever, and then rush, rush, rush when you get there.

Try this: Before you leave your house for the airport, but after you're dressed for the trip, stop and remove everything that you will have to take off in the security line: belt, jewelry, coins from your pocket, etc.......and put it all in your purse or the side pocket of your carry-on bag. You'll be all set to just take off your shoes and cell phone and go through security. Then, when you get on the other side, take a minute to put everything back on.

Remember, you can't take water bottles through security. I firmly believe that since they take our water bottles away, they should have cheap ones available immediately on the other side. After all, water is a necessity of life! And we shouldn't have to pay high prices for it in the airport.

Hopefully, you'll be traveling on a day when they don't cancel all the flights, and your luggage will go the same place you do! I really do love traveling...after I get to my destination. May all your trips be fabulous.