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SSSS on your boarding pass
The US government can flag you for additional security screening before you even reach the airport, without telling you why, and with no obligation to ever explain. If you see SSSS printed on your boarding pass, you have been selected. But don’t take it to heart because it can happen to...
Joanna Teljeur, 23.04.2026
10 minutes read
Connecting Flights & Layovers Explained
Millions of UK passengers travel with connecting flights every year. Sometimes it's the only way to reach your destination. But other times, it's simply the smarter choice, as flights with connections can cost significantly less than flying direct, even on popular routes. But if you've never...
Joanna Teljeur, 07.04.2026
9 minutes read
Unaccompanied Minors: Airline Rules for Children Flying Alone
Whether they’re visiting grandparents, travelling between parents’ homes, or heading off to a school trip or summer camp, children flying by themselves can still be a source of anxiety for families. Fortunately, many airlines have specific services designed to help unaccompanied minors...
Joanna Teljeur, 03.04.2026
8 minutes read
Can You Take a Razor on a Plane in 2026
Airline security rules for carry-on and checked baggage rarely change, and when they do it is usually due to new technology or safety risks. While screening for liquids, electronics and lithium batteries has evolved in recent years, razor rules have stayed largely the same. Here is the simple...
Joanna Teljeur, 03.03.2026
5 minutes read
Can You Get Fined for Standing Up Early on Flights to Turkey?
We’ve all seen it happen. The wheels touch the runway, the aircraft is still taxiing, and suddenly half the cabin is on its feet, bags half-pulled from overhead lockers. The behaviour is so common it’s earned an unflattering nickname among frequent flyers “aisle lice”. In...
Joanna Teljeur, 10.04.2026
6 minutes read
