Beans enthusiasts who can't go without a tin of the good stuff for a week have been warned not to fall foul of airport rules.
New research from the Heinz boffins reveals almost three quarters of holidaymakers (72%) typically pack food or drink items when heading away on holiday, with around a quarter admitting they have tucked a tin of the iconic brand's orangey beans into their bag. Of those asked, 32% say it’s because they’re too difficult to get hold of abroad, with a further 21% saying they remind them of home.
As completely understandable as it is to take the breakfast item version of a safety blanket with you when venturing to foreign climes, doing so comes with a risk.
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The standard tin of Heinz doesn’t currently meet the 100ml liquid requirement, despite being more bean than juice. An alarming 24% of surveyed Heinz enthusiasts have previously found themselves in a pickle with their food or drink items being confiscated at airport security.
However, all is not lost. Currently Teesside International Airport, London City Airport and Aberdeen Airport have raised the liquid limit for hand luggage, with select UK airports preparing to join them from next month. Jet-setters will soon have more room in their carry-on for their ‘can’t live without’ food or drink items.
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According to the research, over a third of Brits (39%) say they’re more likely to pack food or drink in their cabin luggage once the restriction lifts – meaning they won’t have to spend a second without their favourite treats. Another 38% of people polled said they actually prefer to pack their favourite food and drink items in their cabin bag, in case their main suitcase ends up on an adventure of its own.
Alessandra de Dreuille, director of meals and Infant UK at Heinz said: “Here at Heinz we understand the fear of being without your favourite foods, even on holiday. Our research has shown that over a quarter of holidaymakers have packed Heinz Beanz when travelling abroad – and thanks to the 100ml rule change that’s soon to come into play for some UK airports, Beanz lovers can pack a can in their hand luggage, meaning they don’t have to worry about the previous liquid limit, or being separated from their main suitcase.”
Other food and drink items Brits insist on packing on holiday
- Tea bags (25%)
- Coffee (17%)
- Biscuits (13%)
- Chocolate (11%)
- Crisps (10%)
- Hot chocolate (8%)
- Cereal (6%)
- Crackers (6%)
- Cheese (6%)
- Cake (5%)
Brits travelling from airports that are lifting the 100ml restrictions will soon have the opportunity to pack more items they can’t live without in their hand luggage, but are advised to check their local airport’s most up-to-date advice ahead of travelling, including rules for their end destination, as rules are likely to vary ahead of the peak summer travel season.
Many airports have failed to hit deadlines for new security scanners, meaning the liquid limit in hand luggage will remain at 100ml this summer.
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