Your journey to Paris begins the minute you've finished all the security checks. We've put together a list of handy tips to make sure you get through quickly: Be sure you know the location of your boarding pass and passport. You don't want to hold up the line when you're asked to produce them. Remove your shoes and belt before approaching the security checkpoint. Items like these are not allowed in the body scanner. Laptops must be removed from their protective carriers and placed in a tray before going through the X-ray machine. When you get to the security checkpoint, you'll be asked to put all creams, liquids and gels in a separate tub for inspection. Make sure they're all in containers no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and sealed in a clear zip-lock bag. Airport security staff will likely ask you to take off your shoes prior to entering the body scanner. Choose a pair that come off easily. There's nothing worse than having to do your laces up over and over again. Multi-tools and corkscrews are not permitted on board the plane. Pack them in your checked luggage to avoid forfeiting them at the security checkpoint.