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QuestionHow do I pack wine bottles in my bag?Lorenzo is a time-tested globe-trotter, who has been traveling the world on a shoestring for almost 30 years with a backpack. Hailing from France, he has been all over the world, working in hostels, washing dishes, and hitchhiking his way across countries and continents.If you're packing liquor or wine bottles, put them in the middle of the bag surrounded by clothes. That should protect them from breaking.
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QuestionCan I pack my luggage with a 10 ounce flask of whiskey that is 80% proof?Community AnswerYou should be able to put it in your luggage and bring it on a plane, but bringing it into a different country might be very.
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QuestionI'm flying from Venice to Brisbane, with a 5 day stopover in Singapore. How much liquor can I bring into Singapore?Community AnswerTravelers are given a duty-free allowance for up to three liters of alcohol, in one of these possible combinations: 1 liter of spirits, 1 liter of wine, and 1 liter of beer, or 2 liters of wine and 1 liter of beer.
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QuestionIf I buy liquor in the duty-free stores in Portugal, and I have to stop in Philly to take another plane to Florida, can I carry the bag with liquor with me?xXGamer GirlXxCommunity AnswerYou won't be able to carry it with you in your carry-on bag, but you should be fine carrying it in the other luggage you have brought.
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QuestionCan I put homemade Limoncello in my checked bag?Community AnswerAll airlines have different requirements about how much liquid you can have per checked bag, so you should contact them directly based on your specifications to be sure that they will allow it.
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QuestionCan I pack protein powders and green powders in a baggie via checked-in luggage?Community AnswerYes. I've done this several times. Any food item, including powders, made it safely through airport security.
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QuestionCan I pack two bottles of vodka in one checked bag and fly Emirates to Bangkok, Dubai and arrive in Orlando?Community AnswerYes, if you pack them in your checked bag, you should be just fine.
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QuestionCan I pack an opened bottle of liquor in my luggage?Elijah PashnikCommunity AnswerYes, you can pack an opened bottle of liquor, but follow these guidelines: For air travel, pack the bottle in checked luggage if it’s larger than 3.4 oz. Ensure it’s securely sealed to prevent leakage, and use a resealable bag or liquor bottle protector. For casual transport, just ensure the bottle is securely closed and protected from spills.
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QuestionHow much wine can I take into India, duty-free, in checked baggage?BrooklynTop AnswererYou can bring up to 2 liters duty-free (or 5 liters with customs duty). You can also buy more from Duty-Free upon arrival at the destination airport.
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QuestionCan I take a bottle of Seville gin into Turkey, and can I take turmeric with curcumin 1000mg per tablet?TotallynotShamalakaTop AnswererYes, you can usually bring a bottle of Seville gin into Turkey for personal use, but check Turkish customs regulations first. Turmeric with curcumin tablets are generally allowed as herbal supplements, but confirm with Turkish customs for any specific rules regarding their importation.
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QuestionCan I pack alcohol purchased in England more than 48 hours before my flight in my checked luggage?TotallynotShamalakaTop AnswererYes, you can pack alcohol purchased in England more than 48 hours before your flight in your checked luggage. Ensure it complies with the regulations of both the country of purchase and your destination. Also, check for restrictions on the quantity and be aware of any customs duties or taxes.
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QuestionHow much medical-use alcohol can I bring in my checked luggage?TotallynotShamalakaTop AnswererThe amount of medical-use alcohol you can bring in your checked luggage depends on the regulations of the country you are traveling to. Check the customs regulations of both your departure and destination countries to ensure compliance. Generally, you may need to declare the alcohol and provide documentation like a prescription or a letter from a healthcare provider.
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QuestionCan I pack vodka in my checked luggage when flying from the US to Mexico? Can I also bring mini bottles of vodka in my carry-on in a quart-sized bag?TotallynotShamalakaTop AnswererYes, you can usually check vodka in your luggage when flying from the US to Mexico, but ensure it's securely packed. You can also bring mini bottles of vodka in your carry-on, following TSA regulations for liquids in a quart-sized bag. Check Mexican customs regulations for alcohol importation upon arrival.
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QuestionCan I bring 6 bottles of whiskey when shipping a container with personal effects through the port of Portland, Oregon?TotallynotShamalakaTop AnswererYou need to adhere to customs regulations regarding alcohol transportation. While it's possible to ship alcohol, there are restrictions and requirements. Check with your shipping company or freight forwarder and review US Customs and Border Protection regulations to ensure compliance. You may also need to declare the alcohol and pay any duties or taxes upon arrival.
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QuestionCan I carry a bottle of whiskey or wine in my carry-on bag on a flight?Health etcCommunity AnswerYou can't carry full bottles of whiskey or wine in your carry-on bag due to liquid limits; only containers up to 3.4 ounces are allowed.
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QuestionCan I bring whiskey into the Netherlands in my checked baggage?Ricardo De SousaCommunity AnswerYes, as long as the alcohol content is less than 70% and the total quantity is less than 5 liters.
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QuestionHow much 43% alcohol brandy can I carry when flying from Johannesburg to Canada via Zurich?Ricardo De SousaCommunity AnswerYou can carry up to 5 liters per person of alcohol with an alcohol percentage of less than 70% in your checked luggage. This rule applies when traveling through South Africa, Canada, and Switzerland.
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QuestionHow much alcohol can I carry to India per passenger?Community AnswerPassengers can carry up to 5 liters of alcohol in their checked baggage, provided the alcohol content is between 24% and 70%. The bottles must be sealed, and the alcohol must be packed securely to prevent leakage.
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QuestionHow can I take whisky to Dubai?Sam BillingsCommunity AnswerYou must adhere to specific regulations and guidelines. Dubai allows individuals over 18 years old to bring in up to 4 liters of alcohol, including whisky, for personal use without incurring duties. To transport whisky safely, ensure it is securely packaged to prevent breakage during transit, using protective materials like clothing or specialized packaging. Upon arrival in Dubai, declare any alcohol exceeding the duty-free allowance to customs and be prepared to pay duties accordingly. Remember, the legal drinking age in Dubai is 21, so ensure compliance if intending to consume alcohol.
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QuestionCan I check a 750 ml bottle of 40% ABV (80 proof) alcohol in my checked luggage on a plane?Community AnswerYes. Be sure it is securely packed to prevent breakage and leakage.
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QuestionShould I pack my alcohol in my suitcase or hand luggage?sara royCommunity AnswerPack your alcohol in your suitcase, as you will be forced to throw it away if it's in your hand luggage. You can also buy some on the plane.
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QuestionCan I bring homemade alcohol (mead) that has no label on bottle to Europe in my luggage?BigbraingirlCommunity AnswerThat depends on the country you are entering and whether it is part of the EU or not. Check the import information on the official websites for details.
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QuestionHow much alcohol can I bring from Poland to UK in my suitcase?GB742Top AnswererAs long as this is for personal use (i.e. transported by yourself for your own use or for gifts), you are allowed to bring up to 42 litres of beer, 18 litres of non-sparkling wine, and either 4 litres of spirits over 22%ABV or 9 litres of fortified/sparkling win under 22%ABV. You may split your allowance for spirits and sparkling wines (for example, you could bring 4.5 litres of fortified wine and 2 litres of spirits [both half of your allowance]).
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QuestionI have a plastic, unopened 1.75 liter of 80 proof vodka. Can I pack that in my carry-on bag from New York to Florida?GB742Top AnswererAccording to TSA guidelines, you may not bring more than 100ml/3.4oz of alcoholic beverages through security in your carry-on luggage, regardless of if it is sealed. You may, however, take this in your checked luggage "Alcoholic beverages with more than 24% but not more than 70% alcohol are limited in checked bags to 5 litres (1.3 gallons) per passenger and must be in unopened retail packaging."
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QuestionCan I pack a bottle of Irish whiskey in my checked luggage?AlexTop AnswererYes you can, but it has to be less than 100 milliliters. Any more than that will not be allowed across the security checkpoint.
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