Ryanair issues advice on 'joining the left queue' at the airport
The budget airline encouraged travellers to consider a few key issues before heading to the airport this summer
As summer arrives, many Brits will start getting ready for sunny holidays overseas. Before heading to the airport, it might be useful to review some important dos and don'ts - including, Ryanair says, which queue to join.
Budget airline Ryanair has compiled key 'hacks' for a 'hassle-free' experience at the airport. While packing, checking in, and navigating security lines can be daunting, these tips can help you avoid typical frustrations.
"Raise your hand if your favourite thing about going away is the time you spend at the airport," Ryanair wrote in a recent blog. "Nope? Nobody? We didn't think so either.
"Airports are a bit of a necessary evil if you want to get from A to B, but they don't have to be a complete nightmare. Follow these tips and tricks from some of the world's leading travel bloggers and have a hassle-free time at the airport the next time you fly…"
Roll, don't pack
Packing all your essentials into a compact suitcase can feel impossible. However, Ryanair follows Twelve Hours' recommendation that travellers roll their clothing instead of folding it.
This packing technique is often deemed the best way to optimise space and prevent wrinkles in clothes. Picture avoiding the need for ironing during your vacation.
It's also crucial to check your luggage weight and size limits before heading to the airport. Exceeding these limits could result in extra fees for your bags.
Take a photograph of your parking space
Have you ever come back from a vacation and entirely forgotten where you parked your car? Ryanair recommends snapping a quick photo of your vehicle at the airport to prevent this.
This way, you can quickly find your car when you return from your two-week vacation. After a long trip with bags to carry, the last thing you want to do is navigate through giant airport parking lots looking for your car.
You'll probably want to get home as quickly as you can.
Don't be afraid to join the left queue
While waiting in line at check-in or flight gates, you might feel inclined to select the queue with the largest number of people. Nevertheless, Ryanair suggests that this isn't necessarily the best choice, and pausing to reassess can help reduce your stress levels.
To outline its point, the airline referenced advice from The Savvy Backpacker, which read: "I've learnt that it's a good idea to pick the security checkpoint farthest to the left because right-handed people (who are usually the majority), tend to go to the right first.
"Not sure if it's always the case, but it's worth taking a minute to assess the situation. Most people just follow the crowd but if you take a step back, sometimes you see opportunities to join a much shorter queue."
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