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The Transportation Security Administration has shared words of wisdom for World Cup tourists who may want to take bottles of ranch home from America this summer.

Many European tourists have been documenting their first-ever trip to the U.S. this month to support their home nations in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In the process, international soccer fans have discovered their love of ranch dressing, a popular condiment in America.

With that in mind, the TSA has reinforced its limits for how much liquid can be stored in carry-on baggage as it predicts an uptick in people trying to take bottles of ranch dressing home with them.

“Who knew dip-lomacy could be achieved through addressing the obvious: ranch is the king of condiments,” the TSA wrote in the caption of a Tuesday Instagram post, featuring comments about packing the American staple in a checked bag. “The world is slowly discovering ranch pairs perfectly with pizza, chicken wings, fries, onion rings, quesadillas, crackers, chips, vegetables, and the list just keeps growing.”

“Are you kicking around the idea of flying home with your favorite dip?” said the company, which mandates that all liquids in carry-on luggage — including shampoo, conditioner and now sauces — need to be in containers that are 3.4 ounces or less.

The TSA has urged tourists to pack their ranch in their checked baggage rather than their carry-on ( iStock )

The post included multiple jokes about tourists loving the mayo-based dressing they’ve had in America. “Ok please avoid chugging your ranch outside security, the airlines will check it for you,” the TSA wrote in one photo, while another reads: “Yeah, soooo your carry-on wasn’t made for *check notes* four bottles of ranch & a taser.”

On X, many European travelers have enthusiastically shared the signature American spots they’ve discovered while visiting the country for an international soccer event. Swedish influencer Elsa posted a photo of her sandwich and plate of fries at a diner, alongside the caption: “Why did no one tell me ranch sauce is like crack? EUROPE WE NEED RANCH ASAP.”

Elsa also detailed her first visit to Texas Roadhouse, sharing a picture of the brand’s signature yeast rolls and honey cinnamon butter. “I don’t even need to say anything, y’all know how I felt eating this,” she quipped.

Meanwhile, a German influencer named Freddy, who keeps his face hidden on X, recently went viral with his hilarious and enthusiastic reactions to trying fast food staples like Taco Bell, Waffle House and Buc-ee’s.

Aside from calling Taco Bell “the holy land,” he shared a picture of his chicken and fries platter from Raising Cane’s and wrote, “lives were changed. The soccer fan was undeniably impressed by Waffle House, writing about his 1 a.m. visit: “Great food, great prices, and friendly staff. 10/10, we will be coming back.”

Since sharing the clips, his American vacation has been nothing short of fabulous, with celebrities and food brands now sending him more than he could imagine.

For example, when he arrived in Houston, Texas, on Sunday for a match between Germany and Curaçao, he learned that former NFL star J.J. Watt was paying for his hotel stay. “I don’t even know what to say about this. This is just unreal. No words,” he wrote in the caption of a clip, showcasing his massive room with two queen-sized beds and tons of World Cup-themed merch.

According to the Houston Chronicle, Freddy’s room was located in the premier Post Oak Hotel, which is owned by businessman Tilman Fertitta, who also owns the NBA team the Houston Rockets. Prices at the hotel range from $500 to up to $125,000 per night for its ultra-exclusive Penthouse Suite.

happyscrappy on June 20th, 2026 at 00:10 UTC »

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TrynnaFindaBalance on June 19th, 2026 at 22:21 UTC »

Clickbait trash.

“Forced to issue warning” = TSA made a joke post about liquids needing to be in 3.4oz bottles.

“Foreign World Cup fans fall in love with American condiment” = one Swedish influencer posted about how they like Ranch.

ShadyNoShadow on June 19th, 2026 at 22:11 UTC »

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