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How To Get Through Airport Security Quickly And Easily

Next month the airports will be bouncing with spring breakers which means lines will be long and passing through airport security will be tedious. Not only do you have to worry about arriving at the airport on time, you should also be wary of your items as you walk through the metal detector and your belongings pass through the x-rays. Here are a few tips and product suggestions to help your airport experience go smoothly and ensure your items are returned to your possession:

1. Organize Your Devices. Not long ago I saw a teenager passing through security. He took his iPod off and threw it in a bucket with his backpack. His belt (see next item) set off the metal detector and by they time he was finished being screened the poor guy’s iPod vanished - even though the TSA workers pulled his container as soon as they realized he needed additional screening. Always tuck your devices into your bag or use Kangaroom Storage’s Personal Media Case - an ideal way to pack your phone, iPod and other personal media devices. The cases are compact, padded and so convenient (you can even charge your devices without removing them from the case!).  The compact case contains a zipper bag inside the lid, which can be used to separately store transformers - and just think how organized your carry-on will be!

2. Belts are a major security slow-down item. You have to take it off, go through screening, then experience the hassle of putting it on again - all while hoping to catch all the loops. If you can’t forgo a belt try the new product called isABelt and hisABelt. These clear metal-free belts let you whiz right through screening with out the hassle of having to remove your belt.

3. Wear slip-on shoes. When I travel with the family I make Crocs a mandatory  item for their easy slip on/off feature. (Stay tuned for more about these great-for-the-whole-family travel shoes).

4. Put your jewelry in a holder. The next slowdown after belts is heavy watches and jewelry and refusing to remove these items pretty much guarantees a second security screening. Instead of risking losing precious items, use a holder like Gemvelopes. These little pouches are the cutest way to keep track of your jewelry while traveling and ideal for getting though security. These stylish, travel-sized pouches have a cushion to hold stud earrings, a strap for rings, necklaces or watches, plus a pocket for bracelets or other items. It’s also the perfect gift for a Traveling Mama! (See photo below - adorable, huh?)

5. Pre-bag your liquids and medicine. Soon this airport security rule will be a thing of the past, but until then have your -3oz gels and liquids ready for screening before arriving at the airport. (Remember it’s 3-1-1: 3oz, one quart bag and one per person.)

Source: DesertMama