Annie60

I have never flown to Europe before and have several questions. I've found a security pouch that hangs around the neck, but it has metal zippers. Will it go thru Security? Will I need to take it off to go thru Security? It will be a long flight, I've heard not to use the airline blankets, should I bring a small blankie? Can I bring an M3P player? Nintendo gameboy? Everything will go in my handbag or my carry-on bag. Will I have any trouble Security over my laptop, power cables (to recharge), digital camera cables (to download), etc?

rkkwan

1. Your pouch with metal zipper most likely have to go through the X-ray machine. Basically, you empty out your pockets, and have your boarding pass (no need to have passport) in your hand when you go through the metal detector.

2. Hundreds of thousands of passengers all the around the world use the airline blankets each day. But if you're a germophobe, then don't. You'll need to cover yourself with something when you sleep.

3. Yes, you can bring all your electronic devices you want.

4. No, you won't have trouble with security with any of those things you mention.

Annie60

Thanks! Does anyone know what the plane ride is like? Are there movies, what about the food? How much space do the seats have, is it as cramped as flying around the US is? Do we sleep sitting up?

rkkwan

What airline and flight # are you flying?

wally34949

Check out www.seatguru.com for a list. Every plane/airline is a little different. How much money do you have?

J62

If you are flying coach, you'll be sitting in the exact same type of seat you'll find on any domestic airline.

Most airplanes used across the atlantic are larger, 767 or 777 models, or similar aircraft from Airbus A330 or A340's. The are wide body, 2 aisle planes that are roomier and therefore feel less cramped. Some airlines (esp CO) use smaller single aisle 757 equipment.

It is very difficult to sleep for more than a catnap sitting up - that's why the business class market is so popular. You pay 5 times as much for a ticket (or more) but you get a lay (nearly) flat seat, 6 or 7 across seating instead of 8 or 9, and food that is at least palatable.

I use blankets provide by the airline - I've not heard of too many cases of communicable diseases being transmitted through clothing. I don't like to put my face against them though, so I bring something like a sweatshirt to roll up as a pillow. Feel free to bring a blankie, but don't expect it to stay clean.

Security for boarding a flight to Europe is the same as a domestic flight - for US airlines planes depart from the same terminals as flights around the US. Except for passport check you'll not have any indication that you're going overseas.

Annie60

Thank you. I'm beginning to get a 'feel' for how the trip is going to go. I much appreciate all your answers.