A flight attendant spoke to The Points Guy about the one item holidaymakers should never bring on a plane.
Lisa Kulpa, co-founder of the Basic Travel Couple blog plus flight attendant for a major airline, shared her insider tips.
She warned: “Please, please, please do not bring personal alcohol and consume it during the flight. We need to know (for your safety and those around you) if you are intoxicated.”
Of course, there’s nothing wrong with a little tipple on board to kickstart your travels, but this should be closely monitored by flight attendants.
Lisa continued: “By serving you alcohol in flight, we can monitor how much you are drinking. Alcohol affects you differently at higher altitudes, and if you are suddenly passed out or something goes wrong, we won’t know the reason.”
Safety aside, consuming personal alcohol on the flight could also land travellers with a hefty fine. She added: “Also, it is a federal offense, and you can be fined thousands of dollars.”
Lisa offered some more advice for holidaymakers before they pack their hand luggage. She advised ladies to take care of their manicures and pedicures at home.
The insider stated: “Other things to not do or bring in flight – nail clippers, nail polish, nail polish remover.”
She explained: “These products will make the whole plane smell, and some people get sick from it.
“Other smelly things that are not really wanted include any extremely fragrant food. Even fast food sometimes stinks up a plane.”
Lisa also shared what passengers should bring on their next flight, a major tip being to “always bring headphones”.
On longer flights it’s handy to have headphones when watching a film or listening to music to pass the time. It’s “especially” important for little ones with electronics.
She also said it’s imperative to bring anything you “wouldn’t want to lose or can’t replace easily”. This may include medication, car keys or electronics, among other personal items.
Lisa added: “If you check your bag, be sure to pack a change of clothes and a toothbrush to bring on board with you.”
Because planes can “definitely be cold”, the expert advised layering up with a small blanket or jumper.
Bring some flip-flops for ultimate comfort – but never go to the bathroom barefoot. Another flight attendant also suggested that this is a particularly bad idea.
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