Orientation Book 2013-14 - St. George's University

13. You should keep some items with you in a folder in your bag or carry-on luggage. Do not put these items in your
checked luggage, as during heavy travel periods your luggage may take a detour. Additionally, many of these items
are required at check-in for your flight (Please see Pre-Departure Checklist).
15. Luggage: All airlines have guidelines for the number, weight, shape, and size of carry-on and checked baggage.
Make sure your carry-on does not exceed the size limitations. You will be charged for additional weight.
• American Airlines has a “box embargo,” meaning that nothing can be brought in a cardboard box; find a
duffel bag or some other luggage to put the box into.
• British Airways considers a purse or laptop case a piece of hand luggage. If you have an additional carry-on,
you will need to put your purse or laptop case inside of it to board the plane.
• Remember to contact the airline of your choice for details before leaving for the airport. Call the particular
airport of departure for this information. General airline numbers may not provide accurate information.
• Contact the British Embassy, High Commission, or Consulate in your country to find out what you can and
cannot bring into the United Kingdom (for example, foodstuffs) or find information for travelers entering the
United Kingdom at hmrc.gov.uk/customs.
Don’t forget to check with the airline for
specific regulations concerning baggage limitations.
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