Air Travel Etiquette - How To Avoid Hassles

Air travel can be stressful tight schedules to meet,them might cause discomfort for people with
new rules to follow, and extra handling of documentsallergies.
and luggage required. And don't forget to ensure you• Bear in mind of how loudly you speak while in
wear fresh socks for the shoe removal check atthe concourse and on the plane, particularly when
security. Enough to put anyone on edge. That is whytalking on a cell phone. Avoid disturbing individuals
it is vital which air travelers be courteous to eacharound you.
other.• Use headphones with your DVD or CD player,
You'd make traveling more pleasant for yourself andeven so you do not disturb others.
others by following these guidelines.• Avoid standing in the aisle and having long
• Open the doors for others and you even haveconversations with people that are seated. Others
to smile at them as they're passing through.around find voices coming from above distracting and
• Keep your boarding pass and ID ready so youeven annoying.
don't create delays checking in, going through• If a seat between you and another passenger is
security, or boarding the airliner.free, do not put your things on it and claim it for
• Be tolerant while standing in queues. (Believe it oryourself; kindly share it.
not, an impatient individual offered me $100 to jump• Be mindful of how your overhead air direct and
ahead of me in a long airport line.)light affect the individual or people next to you.
• Offer your seat (assuming seats are not• Be conscious of the passenger behind you when
reserved) to aged people.you put your seat back. Make sure the angle isn't
• You ought to be willing to switch seats withintrusive or uncomfortable for that person.
people that wish to sit beside their friends and family.• If you are seated in the window seat, do not
Someday you might want the favor returned.block the view of others who might wish to look out
• Pay attention. Airlines have become strict aboutthe window during takeoff and landing.
bringing on board only one carry-on (small enough to• If you're flying with kids, be responsible for their
fit in the overhead bin or under the seat) plus onebehavior; don't expect flight attendants to control
personal bag.them if they get out of line.
• You're now restricted in bringing liquids like• If you sit in the aisle seat, keep your foot and
shampoo on board in your carry-on. You can onlyarm in front of you; don't let them wander into the
have three ounces of each item and all items mustshared aisle space.
be put into one-quart plastic bags.• Because other people are waiting, be mindful of
• If you bring food on board, choose items whichhow much time you spend in the bathroom. Do not
will not leak or smell. Don't bring more than you cantake time to refresh your makeup, for instance. You
easily manage.would have opportunities to stop for which at a
• Don't put anything in the overhead bin whichrestroom on the way to baggage claim.
could possibly leak onto other passengers. (Imagine• Do not drink too many "adult beverages."
flying home to Grandma with leaked vodka on yourDrinking alcohol hits individuals harder at high altitudes
clothing or in your hair.)and can contribute to air rage.
• You should avoid wearing perfumes as some of