DH will be bringing his CPAP machine with him for the first time on an airplane. He wants to cushion it with his clothes and send it with his check in luggage. I think it’s a bit fragile to send it through check it. Thoughts?
Also, it will need just a bit of distilled water, less than 1 cup for the week we are in WDW. Anyone know how easy it will be to get distilled water in the WDW area? We have a car but I don’t want to drive to a number of stores looking for distilled water. We have issues getting distilled water at home. Or should we just bring some distilled water with us. Then, I’m wondering how to transport that water without contaminating it… HELP!
I, personally, would bring my CPAP with me rather than put it in checked baggage. Not because it’s that fragile, but because I want it with me. Lost baggage is a thing, and the last thing I would want is to lose my CPAP.
I would recommend carrying it as well. That being said, my husband puts it in his checked luggage every time. If the luggage was lost and I have to deal with his snoring, I will scream.
I couldn’t find distilled water at CVS nor Walgreens over Xmas week in Orlando. The Walgreens said there was a shortage. If you don’t need a lot, it might be better to bring with you.
The shortage of distilled water is problematic at home.
How would you suggest bringing some without it getting contaminated in a plastic bottle? Empty out a water bottle? I love the resort option. But, but …
My stepdad carried his CPAP with him. He did have to check with the airline because he would be using in enroute, but thats it. At resorts you may have to ask a CM for distilled, it’s not always on the shelf.
Also allow extra time for TSA screening, they may want to swab the CPAP.
Just to echo everyone - CPAP can definitely be carried as extra bag but be ready to have it swabbed (extra time).
Pre-shortage the resorts always carried it but the CM usually kept it behind the counter to make sure it was available for those who specifically need it.
We frequently put my DH distulled water in one of my Takea water bottles I carry. I wash it in the dish washer (sterilizes) and then add the water.