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Traveling Pt. 2, Domestically
I’m not one to show up to the airport early.
Usually, I’ll be to the airport maybe 50–60 minutes before takeoff, just in time to check a bag at the front desk.
I aim to fit everything solely within a duffel bag and a backpack, but that continues to be a struggle. By the time I put a few pairs of shoes in my (large) Nike duffel bag, it’s nearly full.
Most of the time lately I have been traveling to either the midwest or northeast. Flying out of Palm Beach International is such a breeze. I usually cut it kinda close and if I don’t have a bag to check, I get there 40–45 minutes before takeoff.
I have never missed a flight and never even had to run to a flight.
Domestic flights are different for me compared to international ones. Security is so different compared to the places I’ve traveled in Europe. Everything seems more inefficient and difficult.
The things I bring are usually pretty much the same. I stuff my backpack with numerous things.
I always begin with my laptop, tissue, mints, and a charging case for my iPhone.
Following that up will be the book that I’m currently reading, the next one or two on the list, and my journals.
