Holidays By Rail Complete Guide to Travel Luggage:  

What you can and cannot have in your hand luggage.

Knowing the size of your hand luggage is as easy as 1, 2, 3, but do you know what you’re allowed to pack in that carry-on bag? Holidays By Rail is giving you a complete guide to what you can and can’t take on the journey with you.

Scissors, umbrellas and other everyday items in hand luggage? Rain or shine umbrellas are always allowed. If you’re planning on getting artsy, make sure your scissors have rounded edges or have a blade less than 6cm, otherwise they won’t fly. Knives and open razor blades are a definite no.

*One lighter and a box of safety matches may be brought onboard, but need to be on the person and not in the hand luggage.

Your laptop, tablets and hair straighteners are generally allowed onboard with you. However, the recent UK laptop ban may affect you if you're flying to the UK from a handful of destinations, otherwise just have it in your hand luggage and carry on!

Medicine? Generally, medicines and pills are allowed onboard, including medicine in liquid forms, but they cannot exceed 100 ml. *If you require more than the allowed amount, notify your travel company beforehand. For questions about medicine and health situations, contact your travel company and someone will gladly assist you.

Sports equipment? If you have a match or competition, of course you need your equipment, but note, these items won't sit with you on the flight.

What other items are not allowed in your hand luggage?

Camping gear, just leave it behind. It’ll make travelling a lot easier. Candles? Not allowed. Candles are considered as a liquid. All hazardous materials, pointed or sharp objects and weapons are prohibited. Tear gas, compressed gas, cleaning products, peroxide and fire extinguishers are not allowed.

Happy travels!