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I am going to be flying by myself overseas this summer. I have flown overseas before, but never by myself (the last time being last year).
I am not afraid of the actual flying part, but I am pretty scared about getting lost in the airport (I might be flying through Chicago... that airport is HUGE), missing my flight, having my stuff stolen (especially once I'm overseas).
I'm smart and I do have common sense, but I would really like some tips and maybe even some stories of your own travels.
Oh, and yes I do know that there's people at the airport I can ask for help, but I would be more confident and feel more accomplished if I'm able to do as much as I can by myself.
Thanks!
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The airport can sometimes be intimidating when you're alone, wondering if you're going the right way or what you'll do if something goes wrong, but just remember, you've had to navigate unfamiliar places and catch buses and arrive somewhere early all your academic career, right? No sweat.
Double check your gate assignment once you get through security. It's unlikely, but sometimes they will move your gate, and the big TV monitors are updated every few minutes with gate changes, so be sure you're going to the right place. Checking in once you get to the correct gate is also something you can do to make you feel more comfortable and make sure the flight is going out on time.
If you haven't flown recently, any liquids you plan on carrying onto the plane now have to go through security in a 1 quart sized plastic bag, and none of the containers can be more than 3oz (you usually can get away with anything as long as it's in the plastic bag)
The airport website should have information on how you'll need to get around, if that will help too.
Make sure your passport or ID is up to date, that your name matches the one on your tickets, that you wear shoes that can easily be removed to get through security, and don't listen to your ipod so loud that you can't hear gate agent announcements.
Other than that you'll be fine! Happy flying!
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Oh wow I never even thought they could change the gate on you. Thanks!
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