Andrew Nuttall

Holidaymakers are warned not to pack vapes or power banks in checked luggage because lithium-ion batteries can overheat, causing delays, baggage removal or serious fire risks. The devices must remain in cabin baggage, be protected from accidental activation and not be used or charged during flights. EasyJet, Ryanair, TUI, Jet2 and Virgin Atlantic impose broadly similar restrictions, though limits and storage requirements vary, including a two-device limit for many airlines and lower watt-hour limits on Ryanair.

Airlines are increasingly moving from printed to digital boarding passes in 2026, but policies vary by carrier, route and departure airport. Ryanair has made app-based boarding passes the standard after its November 2025 digital switch, while Jet2, TUI, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic continue to accept paper copies. easyJet generally requires passengers to use its app rather than display a PDF, and does not support mobile passes at 21 airports; Wizz Air has five such airports. Travellers are advised to check their airline and airport requirements in advance to avoid delays or printing and check-in fees.

Children’s squishy toys such as NeeDoh cubes may be confiscated at Scottish airport security due to their liquid-like consistency and lack of volume markings. Travel expert Kate Donnelly advises packing these toys in checked luggage to avoid delays and upset. Differences in liquid rules persist across airports as the UK transitions to new CT scanners, making it important for travellers to check local restrictions.