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Clear answers on TSA rules, carry-on sizes and baggage fees, plus guides to camping, fishing, boating, kayaking and hiking, and plain help with golf, cycling, basketball and football.

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Can I bring it on a plane?

TSA rules for the items travelers ask about most, from carry-on toiletries to electronics and snacks.

Bag sizes, allowances and fees

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How strict each airline is about carry-on and checked bag sizes, what basic economy includes, and what you pay when a bag runs heavy.

Quick answers

Short versions of the questions readers ask most. Each one links to the full guide.

Can you take tweezers on a plane?
Yes. Tweezers are among the sharp objects the TSA allows in your carry-on or checked luggage. In a checked bag, wrap them securely so they don't injure inspectors or baggage handlers. TSA rules for tweezers →
How much liquid can you pack in checked baggage?
TSA tells travelers to pack containers larger than 3.4 ounces (100 ml) in checked baggage; the 3-1-1 bag rule applies only to carry-ons. Alcohol over 70% ABV is banned, and drinks between 24% and 70% ABV are capped at 5 liters per passenger in unopened retail packaging. Liquid limits for checked bags →
Is a backpack a personal item on Delta?
Yes, if it's small. Delta lists a small backpack as a personal item, and it must fit under the seat in front of you. If your backpack is close to 45 linear inches, treat it as a carry-on. Delta's carry-on limit is 22 x 14 x 9 inches (56 x 35 x 23 cm). Delta personal item rules →
Is there a camper length limit in national parks?
There is no single national limit. Each park, and often each campground, sets its own maximum. Rigs of about 21 feet or less fit almost everywhere, while sites for 40 feet or more are much scarcer. Camper length limits by park →
How many calories does kayaking burn?
Harvard Health estimates about 150 to 210 calories in 30 minutes for people weighing 125 to 185 pounds. That works out to roughly 300 to 420 calories an hour. Calories burned kayaking →
How long does it take to play 18 holes of golf?
On average, 3 to 5 hours. One or two skilled golfers on an empty course can finish within 2 hours, while beginners on a busy course can need 5 hours or more. Golf round times explained →

Seats, upgrades and time onboard

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How much room you get, when a second seat makes sense, and how to keep the flight comfortable.

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Camp, fish and paddle

Practical help for campsites, rivers and lakes.

On the course, the bike and the court

The golf, cycling, basketball and football questions we hear most.

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