Can An Umbrella Be Carried On An Aircraft?
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Can An Umbrella Be Carried On An Aircraft?
Can you have an umbrella as carry on in most countries/airlines? Are there any countries where it's not allowed? I read some where it usually didn't count as one of the allowed pieces of carry-on (just like a coat).
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What about a proper English wooden one? That's not collapsible.
I'm considering buying a proper umbrella that won't go "inside out" when the wind is blowing. But if I can't bring it with me on a plane I won't have it to help against the rain at my destination.
I'm considering buying a proper umbrella that won't go "inside out" when the wind is blowing. But if I can't bring it with me on a plane I won't have it to help against the rain at my destination.
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dangerously cute
If you're not checking a bag it will fit, can you buy one at your destination?
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And we all know how dangerous Hello Kitty is:
Seriously, I think one country does prohibit umbrellas, just can’t think of it right now.
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What about other countries? I would assume it's fine in the UK.
Do you need a permit to carry umbrellas in the land of the free then?
I think I'll just try to avoid going to the US. It seems like they don't want tourists or business anyway, treating foreigners like criminals and coming up with new hassles like pre-applications online to enter the country and a new $10 tax for entering. I guess the government thinks the economy is so great it's better off with less tourism.
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Please write to the Visitors Bureau/Chamber of Commerce, hotels, etc. of the places you’ve visited and tell them why you spend your money elsewhere now. (And I still think Bill Marriott is living on Mars if he thinks that stupid tax is a good idea)
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Only TSA is the potential problem; museums etc. won't bother you at all. However, my friend's experience above is why my good non-collapsible goes buried at the bottom of a large checked bag, if I need it.
I think I'll just try to avoid going to the US. It seems like they don't want tourists or business anyway, treating foreigners like criminals and coming up with new hassles like pre-applications online to enter the country and a new $10 tax for entering. I guess the government thinks the economy is so great it's better off with less tourism.
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"What about umbrellas?
Large, golfing type umbrellas are not permitted as they exceed the baggage size set by the DfT. Folding or collapsible umbrellas that can fit within hand baggage can of course be carried. These items will be X-rayed."