The TSA just banned a travel essential from checked luggage following a new advisory from the Federal Aviation Administration. Portable chargers and power banks that use lithium batteries are no longer permitted in checked bags, per the guideline.

As of May 21, 2025, Southwest said serves 117 airports across 11 countries. Southwest also serves 11 Florida airports:

Here are tips for things you can do to prevent luggage theft, and what to do if your luggage does get pilfered.

The Transportation Security Administration has a large list of banned items, but some seemingly harmless items are prohibited from being placed into your checked luggage. Here's what to know before yo

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The simple answer to whether or not you can put a camera in checked luggage is yes. Most countries and airlines allow cameras and lenses in checked baggage, provided they don't result in your bag exceeding the airline's size and weight limitations. The main potential restriction is lithium batteries.