As thousands prepare for winter travel, many are unaware that certain festive items are strictly prohibited from hand luggage. Chris Harrington, travel expert and managing director at hoppa, has highlighted five commonly confiscated Christmas items that travellers often overlook.
Christmas crackers are banned from hand luggage and sometimes even checked luggage because they are classified as explosives. Snow globes, a popular gift, often exceed the 100ml liquid limit and are frequently confiscated. Chutneys, jams and festive sauces also count as liquids, so they should be packed in checked luggage instead.
Novelty gifts with light-up decorations, musical toys or gadgets may be flagged due to battery restrictions. Alcohol miniatures and liqueurs, such as Baileys, are also commonly confiscated as many airports still enforce the 100ml liquid rule. Harrington advises checking airport rules and packing accordingly to avoid having gifts seized at security.
