You already know the advantages of TSA pre-check, rolling your clothes, and hiring local guides. This ain't that. These are serious MacGyver moves. 

1) Free airline lint rollers

When I unpack my clothes and they’re covered in dog hair, I'll usually just let it ride. Occasionally though, you gotta be on point. Luckily, all airline travelers have a lint roller at the ready. Just pull the airline baggage tag from your suitcase, wrap it around your hand sticky-side out, and roll away.