40+ ESSENTIAL AIRPORT & AIRPLANE TIPS FOR FIRST TIMERS (2024)

40+ ESSENTIAL AIRPORT & AIRPLANE TIPS FOR FIRST TIMERS (2024) | Airport Hacks for Stress-Free Travel

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Written version of these airport tips here: happytowander.com/airport-tips/
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0:00 INTRODUCTION
0:25 AIRPLANE BOOKINGS TIPS
5:04 AIRPORT PACKING TIPS
16:24 TIPS FOR WHEN YOU ARRIVE AT THE AIRPORT
20:24 AIRPORT SECURITY TIPS
23:16 AIRPORT TIPS FOR BOARDING
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Looking for a list of the best airport tips to know for first timers? This video will guide you through all sorts of airplane and airport tips, from airport security tips and airport check in tips to tips for boarding and what to pack for the airport.

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@HappytoWander 4 ай бұрын

*Let me know if you have any tips to add!* And a small correction I need to make: I didn't realize while filming that SeatGuru was bought out by Tripadvisor recently so while the website is still live, they are no longer updating their seat maps, so they may not be the most accurate. I’ve heard of Aerolopa (www.aerolopa.com/) as an alternative, but it’s not as easy as SeatGuru to use. You’d need to find out which plane you’re flying on (usually you’ll see this on your booking portal, or you can use Google Flights to find your flight and then look under the flight details to see the actual model of plane). Obviously, this is more cumbersome… but yes, sorry about that! They never announced this change so I had no idea.

@Justahumanmd 4 ай бұрын

I was wondering what was going on with their page! 🤨

@marcmiller6367 4 ай бұрын

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@benandhaley 4 ай бұрын

Yes, team carry-on only 10000%! We’ve visited 52 countries and always do carry-on and it’s so much easier to have less luggage to haul around!

@HappytoWander 4 ай бұрын

Yes!!! I’m team carry on for life! But I know that’s a controversial take and it isn’t for everyone haha

@benandhaley 4 ай бұрын

@@HappytoWander Very true! We're slowly converting our friends and family to team carry-on and at first they've said they didn't think they could pack so little, but once they were on the trip they said it was so much better hahaha. Also I've been following you on Instagram for years and you were one of my first inspirations for traveling more. I have really been enjoying your KZfaq videos lately - Thank you for the work that you put into them!

@NewAttorneySecrets 3 ай бұрын

Love your videos! One tip on the mobile boarding pass, I take a screen shot of it as a photo, and use that to scan, bc photos don't turn off/go dark like when you pull it up on the airline app... in case the wallet feature doesn't work for some reason. And ALWAYS have a paper one.

@OneRedFeatherStudios. 4 ай бұрын

This channel deserves more views and members. So many amazing tips and tricks in these videos. Another wonderful post Christina. Keep up the lovely job you're doing.

@sunflowerfields4409 4 ай бұрын

haha! I set my alarm and have a reminder on my phone 10 minutes before the 24 hour mark of check-in. I literally hover over the "check in" button for about 5 minutes before the exact 24 hour mark. Yup, even if it's 6am. I'm there. Precheck/clear is the BEST! I don't know if appointments are available at my airport but that would be fabulous. Next on my list: get Global Entry. Never do I check a bag. I will be happy to bring less as long as there is room for my makeup and toiletries. I'm vain. 🤣

@HappytoWander 4 ай бұрын

Hahaha I love it. Sounds like we have VERY similar travel styles!

@lb6588 3 ай бұрын

Where I use to work. Were we worked near foam trays. They wanted us to wear 90% cotton because if you wore something else. If there was a spark or fire. Your clothes would melt onto your skin.

@Mckee4055 4 ай бұрын

Great tips! Although I have NEXUS as I’m often a solo traveller, I’ve used the YYZ Express option several times when travelling with friends. Great alternative if available for your terminal and flight. I’ve always found that the golden rule for travel is to never get on a plane thirsty, hungry or needing to use the washroom. Have a snack and a water bottle with you. You never know how long you may be waiting till you’re inflight.

@HappytoWander 4 ай бұрын

Yes!! I used the YYZ Express for the first time last month and am converted for life. It’s SO much easier. I’ve been meaning to get my Nexus but haven’t gotten around to it. After that I’ll be unstoppable haha. And ahh how did I forget to mention the importance of going to the bathroom just before boarding?? Well I’m hoping common sense will be enough to cover that one haha but that’s definitely SO important.

@nexusSix_237 4 ай бұрын

Yes!!!!!!, to bonus time at airport to decompress and catch up on stuff!!

@Justahumanmd 4 ай бұрын

I feel like we would be amazing travel companions! This was a fantastic refresher for me. I used to fly 4 to 6 times a year & then pandemic. I’m about to take my first flight since 2019. So a lot of updates- thank you thank you, thank you finding your blog and your videos have been amazing. The pre-security lines (I have global ) but coming back internationally, ive prebooked for our routes! Thank you for that tip! The one thing you may have posted in another video that I haven’t come across yet, but using any USB ports, I would avoid because people can steal information that way. there’s data blockers if you ever using those- especially in the airport or the plane. ❤ Thank you again

@carryontravel 4 ай бұрын

Off peak traveling is the best!!! 100% agree :)

@alexandragoff1467 4 күн бұрын

Tons of great tips. Thank you.

@riverkoenig9673 13 күн бұрын

thankyou! i'm about to go on a big trip for the first time and i've got flight anxiety and i'm so worried haha so this helps prepare me!

@amynguyen9360 14 күн бұрын

well done, thank you for all the tips !!!

@munkim7663 4 ай бұрын

Wow! Super helpful! Thank you! Good job!

@HappytoWander 4 ай бұрын

You’re very welcome :) thanks for watching and commenting!

@NYGrammy398 19 күн бұрын

Thanks, you are awesome!!!

@jackiem8638 4 ай бұрын

Personally I'd rather be wearing comfortable clothes during a 9-hour flight then dressing for the three or four people I'll interact with so I'll stick to my sweats.

@YourLifeVideos1 3 ай бұрын

GREAT!!

@joykossivas3863 3 ай бұрын

Great video!! very informative :) Thanks

@Susanarylander 2 ай бұрын

Best travel tips ie ever watched!

@angelarhodes9948 Ай бұрын

I don't travel and learned so much. Thank you for sharing!

@sujatadang2704 20 күн бұрын

Very helpful 👍👍

@RobinAngel61 4 ай бұрын

Nicely done

@23daughters 3 ай бұрын

This is the most helpful video I've ever seen on how to fly for a first-timer. Thank you so much.

@willeo.1666 Ай бұрын

Thank you for all the good tips. Very helpful!

@yaowsers77 4 ай бұрын

I have TSA pre check but will start working on global entry sometime this year. It was great for going to Montreal. Lol I left pretty early on a Sunday and there was no one there at yul.

@HappytoWander 4 ай бұрын

Amazing! Love when that happens haha

@dream.plan.do.travel. 4 ай бұрын

Great & helpful video. We travel exclusively carry-on only and it has been a game changer for us.

@maureenmaccabe2661 4 ай бұрын

Great tips! Thx

@HappytoWander 4 ай бұрын

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching! :)

@faithtay2423 4 ай бұрын

👍👍👍 Tips. Many thanks.

@HappytoWander 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@SpatchG 4 ай бұрын

Some fantastic tips I've not heard before. Thank you.

@HappytoWander 4 ай бұрын

Aw I’m so happy to hear that!! Thanks for watching and commenting 🫶

@michellek4660 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for your video. This was helpful! Do you have any recommendations for neck pillows or blankets on international flights?

@stephanieroberts4474 Ай бұрын

Baggage weight: youll also want to check the airport weight limit and other criteria youll need to know at all the airports youll be gping through. Like me, im about to goon a mission trip soon and almost all the airlines are about the same weight limit BUT! there is yhis one airport in africa, not the airline, that always gets us for one reason or another. So be sure to know all the airports and airlines in all the countries youll be passing through; not just your home base or final destination airports/airlines.

@kessas.489 4 ай бұрын

12:10 I would recommend to bring solid products! They don't need to be checked!

@HappytoWander 4 ай бұрын

Oh that’s a great suggestion! Do you have any brands you’d recommend?

@kessas.489 4 ай бұрын

@@HappytoWander I love the brand Faomie (I think that a british company) and I love our German brand that called "Duschbrocken". They make such things like 2in1 shower and bodywash soaps, facial stuff, bodylotion, tooth paste pills and even sun protection...

@MiaHessMusic 4 ай бұрын

Great video! I really enjoy your channel. Do you have tips for folks like me who need to travel with mutiple pairs of glasses (say 4 to 5). Becuae I have an eye condition, glasses take up so much room. Also prescription meds (lots) advice? Snack suggestions? Also contact lens solutions and cleaners. Suggestions?

@YourLifeVideos1 3 ай бұрын

Do you know re best times to book hotels? Most of my trip is book for June, but not for LA...I heard I should wait until last minute to book? Thank you!!

@sarai72 3 ай бұрын

Also take photos of the inside of your luggage items.

@Susanarylander 2 ай бұрын

I just bought a travel water bottle to fill up myself in the airport. But I get grossed out by germs. Do you think the water fountains are safe from Covid etc?

@celpower 4 ай бұрын

I never understood why Flight Attendants don't enforce the 1 carry on on top of the plane. I often see people putting a carry on, personal items, jackets and that all just adds to the problem of not having enough carry on space for everybody.

@darrellrussell7259 4 ай бұрын

would recommend new ariplain travelers to watch this video

@jeannemc8087 3 ай бұрын

Your wrong about dressing up nicer people are nicer. Being clean is more important I am a retired flight attendant I never judged people by wearing something nicer than the next person. I would never wear a dress on a long flight you don’t want your skin touching the seat And if you had to go down emergency slide your better off with pants. What’s more important is being nice polite with a nice smile that will be more appreciated than dressing nicer So you are wrong on the dressing also I have never seen anyone in pajamas in fact some of the business or first class will give you pajamas to change into. I was getting irritated after hearing you say that but I decided to continue to watch Anyway Thumbs up