So lets face it, Christmas is around the corner so the "security thieves" in POP airport have surfaced again.
In my experience, it only happens at this time of year.
When I passed through the security checkpoint, they asked to check my carry on...no problem.
They set aside my umbrella (which I ALWAYS have in my carry on), dulce de leche (not the liquid but solid one, which I ALWAYS have in my carry on) and a "pilon" (pestle and mortar composed of wood).
He then proceeded to tell me that the items above are prohibited...so I at that point politely ask him to tell me why and where it is stated since I follow the TSA guidelines and to this effect, nothing above is prohibited.
So here is the "logic"
umbrella has metal...therefore dangerous...so I guess the underwire in my bra doesnt count as metal?
dulce de leche..."porque" was the reason I was given...valid?
pilon could potentially be used as a weapon...to which I responded one could kill with their bare hands
So I ask for "el jefe"...who was of the same mentality. I told him I didnt want to argue and to simply take that which is rightfully mine. I also said that I had never had a problem in any other of the countries aiports through which I have travelled...to which he call me "mentira".
Lucky for me, I was able to call my ride and leave my stuuf there until a future trip....but to some unsuspecting tourist who came on a transfer bus or with a taxi, they have no choice but to surrender the goods.
I did check in with the airline once back home who confirmed that all of the items could be brought in carry on baggage.
In my experience, it only happens at this time of year.
When I passed through the security checkpoint, they asked to check my carry on...no problem.
They set aside my umbrella (which I ALWAYS have in my carry on), dulce de leche (not the liquid but solid one, which I ALWAYS have in my carry on) and a "pilon" (pestle and mortar composed of wood).
He then proceeded to tell me that the items above are prohibited...so I at that point politely ask him to tell me why and where it is stated since I follow the TSA guidelines and to this effect, nothing above is prohibited.
So here is the "logic"
umbrella has metal...therefore dangerous...so I guess the underwire in my bra doesnt count as metal?
dulce de leche..."porque" was the reason I was given...valid?
pilon could potentially be used as a weapon...to which I responded one could kill with their bare hands
So I ask for "el jefe"...who was of the same mentality. I told him I didnt want to argue and to simply take that which is rightfully mine. I also said that I had never had a problem in any other of the countries aiports through which I have travelled...to which he call me "mentira".
Lucky for me, I was able to call my ride and leave my stuuf there until a future trip....but to some unsuspecting tourist who came on a transfer bus or with a taxi, they have no choice but to surrender the goods.
I did check in with the airline once back home who confirmed that all of the items could be brought in carry on baggage.