Travel tips

Plan your daily itineraries
Set your budget
Give a friend or family member your itinerary and hotel information
Bring credit cards, drivers license and traveler checks
Get directions to the hotel and directions to attractions

Following these tips will help you reduce your wait time at the security checkpoint.

Do NOT pack or bring prohibited items.
Refrain from taking wrapped presents to the airport. TSA is recommending that you either ship wrapped packages ahead of time or wrap on arrival. If the package alarms, TSA will need to unwrap it to investigate the source of the alarm.
Avoid wearing shoes, clothing, jewelry, and accessories that contain metal. Metal items may set off the alarm on the metal detector.
Put all undeveloped film and cameras with film in your carry-on baggage.
Checked baggage screening equipment will damage undeveloped film.
Carry-on baggage is limited to one carry-on bag plus one personal item. Personal items include laptops, purses, small backpacks, briefcases, or camera cases. Remember, 1+1.
Place identification tags in and on all of your baggage. Don't forget to label your laptop computer. These are one of the most forgotten items at Screening Checkpoints.
Bring lots of cool clothing, hats, sunglasses, swimsuit, and good sun block

Bring water, juices, and snacks with you to the theme parks. This will save you money and time in the parks. It can be costly in the parks.
It is very hot in Central Florida and you want to keep your family hydrated. Give each family member including children a fanny pack to put snacks & a drink box in.
Take advantage of early park admissions if you are staying on-site.
Always keep an eye on your children! Florida has lots of water including ponds and pools. Many children are not familiar with the dangers of water.
Plan a meeting spot at each theme park just in case your family gets separated.
Show children the identifying name tag of employees in case they should get separated.
If you have small children who cannot ride certain attractions, try the baby swap. One parent rides the attraction while the other parent waits in a lobby area with the children and then they switch.

Put metal IN your carry-on bag. This includes jewelry, loose change, keys, mobile phones, pagers, and personal data assistants (PDAs).
Take OUT your laptop computer. Place it in a bin, separate from its carrying case.
Take OFF your outer coat. Place it in a bin. Suit jackets and blazers do not have to be removed, unless requested by the screener.

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