Holidaymakers warned of common non-liquid items banned from hand luggage
Travellers heading off on holiday this summer are being reminded of items they shouldn't pack in their hand luggage cases. To avoid landing themselves in hot water, the majority of holidaymakers are aware they should stay clear of liquids over 100ml in the majority of British airports.
But, there are some other items that aren't technically liquids which are also illegal to carry that passengers might never consider. And it includes some foods which are classed as part of the liquid rules.
Fulton Umbrellas has put together a list of surprising items travellers can and can't take with them on their travels.
Firstly, soft cheese is part of the 100ml limit, so if you're travelling back to the UK from the EU. The same applies to jams, chutneys, sauces, and anything sold in liquid form, such as antipasti or olives. Some countries even have stricter rules regarding travelling with food, so always check before you pack
Exceptions to the 100ml rule
Travellers can only take liquid containers larger than 100ml through security if they are for essential medical purposes, are for special dietary requirements, or contain baby food or baby milk.
You can also take liquids bought at an airport or on a plane (such as duty free) through security if the items are sealed inside a security bag when you buy them, and the receipt for the items is sealed in the security bag and visible
Protein powder is another item experts claim should not be packed in carry-on bags. Powders can obstruct X-ray machines and, therefore, need to be manually checked by staff. This can be a lengthy process, so it's fastest and safest to just leave it at home—or, if you're really desperate, put it in your checked bag, reports the Mirror.
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Surprisingly, in the UK there is one item you are allowed to take on that you might not be aware of.
If you're only taking carry-on luggage with you but fancy dabbling in some arts and crafts on the plane, you are allowed to take a small pair of scissors on board.
In the UK, the standard rule is that any pair of scissors with a blade length less than 6cm is permissible.
For larger pairs, it's recommended to stow them in your checked luggage. Different airlines may have varying regulations regarding items with blades, so it's advisable to verify if you need to carry scissors with you.
The advice comes after a flight attendant urged tourists to always leave a shoe in their hotel room safe to help avoid travel mishaps.
Esther, who works as cabin crew for Dutch airline KLM, insists the trick is a "game-changer".
Esther's shoe hack minimises the chance of you departing from the hotel whilst forgetting to check the safe, or so she maintains in a recent TikTok video. "Worried about forgetting something from your locker? Put your heel or shoe in it and you won't forget it!" she explained.
Airline free hand luggage restrictions
RYANAIR: Small bag that must fit under the seat in from of you; 40x20x25cm
EASYJET: Small cabin bag that must be kept under the seat in front of you; 45x36x20cm, 15kg
BRITSH AIRWAYS: Cabin bag that may need to go in the hold; 56x45x25cm, and a hand bag that must be placed under the seat in front of you; 40x30x15cm. Combined weight limit 23kg
TUI: Hand luggage; 55x40x20cm, 10kg, and a small personal item (e.g. handbag or laptop) that must be stored under the seat in front of you; 40x30x20cm
JET2: Hand luggage; 56x45x25cm, 10kg, and a small under-seat bag (e.g. handbag, laptop, or airport purchase) that must be placed under the seat in front of you; 40x30x15cm
VIRGIN ATLANTIC: Economy and Premium passengers get a cabin bag; 56x36x23cm, 10kg, and an under-seat bag that must fit under the seat in front of you; 40x30x15cm
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