I have an extremely stressful job, providing car title loans in San Diego. Naturally, it involves a great deal of negotiating, haggling, and the occasional full-out arguing. People who need immediate financial assistance are often times at the end of their wits, so every day at the office is about as stressful as you could possibly imagine.
As a result of the stress, I’ve taken to traveling as much as possible, flying around the country for mini-vacations of two to three days at a time, and I’ve accumulated a great deal of experience on how to best get through the airport quickly.
Based on my own tried and tested methods, here are five easy ways you can get through the airport quickly and efficiently:
Arrive Early
Airports are notorious for being hectic, and events such as flight delays can make airports extremely overcrowded, generating huge lines at the security gate. A simple way to overcome any of these potential setbacks is to always arrive early. Arrive at least an hour early for local flights and a minimum of two hours early for international flights. Even if there aren’t any delays, you can still enjoy freed up time by doing some tax free shopping or relaxing in the departure lounge.
Wear Easily Removable Shoes All airports now require you to take off your shoes as you go through the metal detectors at the security gate. In order to avoid clogging up the line by taking a long time to take on and off your shoes, wear easily removable shoes. Slips-on shoes or flip flops are wise options. You can always store more comfortable shoes in your hand luggage that you can change into once you get past security.
Place all Liquids in Clear Bottles
Liquids, including liquid make-up, must be placed in a small and completely clear plastic bottle. If you don’t abide by these rules, airport security has the legal right to dispose of your liquids. Check how much liquid you are allowed to take through beforehand and place it in a small, airtight see-through bottle. Also, don’t be worried by the fact that you can’t take bottles of water or other drinks passed security, as you can purchase beverages once you have gone through security.
Have all Your Documents Together
Traveling on a plane requires picture ID, your ticket and if for an international flight, your passport. Avoid fumbling for your documents and holding up the line at check-in and security by organizing all of your documents together before you depart for the airport. Simply paper clipping everything together can make this organization so much easier. Being extra organized at the airport will undoubtedly save you stress and time.
Label Your Luggage
Once you have reached your destination, the last thing you want to be doing is trying to guess which suitcase is yours in the sea of cases going round the luggage carousel. Label your luggage clearly and with large letters so that you should be able to instantly recognize it when you get to baggage claim. You can also use a travel tag to make the search even easier.
The airport process is always a little stressful, but there are definitely easy ways you can make your time spent here less time consuming. Just remember to always plan ahead and prepare in advance for any potential delays. Bon voyage!
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