ingrid-travel tips
INGRID's AIR TRAVEL TIPS for TEAM SOS going to SARASOTA
Rev 10/16/14
UNITED CHECK IN COUNTER
Far end of Terminal C. Check in at top level @ Premier LEVEL, where you will find the GROUP DESK to check in.Â
Post a tag or label with your name, address and contact number on the outside and inside of your bags, including carryon as this may be checked at the door of the aircraft.
5AM MEETING at CHECK IN
Michele strongly requests everyone meet there by 5AM for this 6:50AM flight. The group will not pass through check in until everyone is there. Be kind and be on time!
CHECKED BAG FEE
United DOES charge for your 1st checked bag. Ingrid is trying to get this waived, but arrive expecting to pay the $25 fee. Those who have the United credit card that allows 1 free checked bag - you WILL get your 1st bag in free. BUT remember to bring your card.
CARRY ON
STAY within the carry on bag limits!!! max = 22" x 14" x 9"
You are allowed 1 carry on and 1 "purse". For the Purse, bring a tote bag (max=9" x 10" x 17") as your purse, and stuff with your real purse and other stuff.
Remember - NO sharp objects, no bottles with liquid
SNACKS available for purchase on all flights. NO Free food or snacks!!!
You may bring snack foods thru security, and you may bring an empty water bottle to refill at fountains PAST security.
Pam is bringing among her carry on a large bag of veggie straws and pretzel chips to share with team. Bring more stuff to help you satisfy your in-flight munchie cravings.
ABOUT PLANES
Newark (EWR) - Chicago OHare (ORD) = Airbus 320
ORD - Sarasota (SRQ) = Boeing 737
ORD - EWR = Boeing 757
SRQ - ORD = Boeing 737
ELLEN NOTES
Let Ingrid sleep on the plane...she's coming right OFF work for this flight !!! 8-)
NO FIGHTS OVER MIDDLE ARM RESTS!!! Remember - arm rests belong to the poor soul sitting in the middle!
Make sure your cell phone, lap top, tablet and other electronics are FULLY CHARGED! if you bring these as carry on
I will try to meet you folks at the airport to help get you to the Holiday Inn.