Packing for Trips

With prices for airline tickets so low recently, many people are flying to destinations instead of driving. Packing for flying is different than packing for a car trip, as limited space is...

Since Northwest Airlines' recent merger with Delta, Northwest's luggage requirements are now, the same as Delta's requirements.

Regulations regarding luggage are determined by the Transportation Security Administration, while restrictions regarding weight and size are dictated by the airlines. Each has sole discretion to...

It's 2 am. Your tired. You've been on a cross country 5 hour flight, and now your at the baggage claim. There's one problem though, all the luggage bags look the same. You wish you had a bag that...

Whether you are planning to take a dream vacation or just going away for a few days on a business trip, there is no doubt that you'll be carrying luggage to the airport. With the new rules...

Traveling with an acoustic guitar can be tricky. We've all heard horror stories of instruments getting lost or damaged when transported as checked baggage; on the other hand, many airlines will...

If you are moving to Hawaii or are going on an excursion in Hawaii that requires use of a firearm, you will need to bring your gun with you on your journey. Passengers on a flight to Hawaii can...

Walt Disney World is a truly magical experience for visitors of all ages. When packing for this adventure, it is smart to keep your bags light and carefully organized to expedite security lines...

While most major U.S. airlines don't specifically limit the number of bags a passenger can check in on a flight, most do charge a fee for each checked bag. If you're planning a trip you need to be...

Luggage regulations on international flights vary by airline and also depend on your destination. Some countries have specific baggage regulations, and some airlines have different allowances for...

You're going on a cruise. It's going to be a lot of fun--but, as you begin to prepare, you realize you haven't the slightest idea what to pack. What, after all, does one bring on a cruise? Never...

The combined realities of international security threats and rising fuel costs have impacted what passengers are allowed to take on today's commercial aircraft as checked baggage or carry-ons....

Packing your bags for a trip can be as exciting as it is exhausting. You want to make sure you remember everything but yet fit it into the confinements of your suitcase. Then of course there are...

Sometimes there is nothing quite like getting out of town for a while. But before doing so there are some simple considerations that all passengers should think about before zipping up their bags...

As airlines add fees for checked baggage and place greater limits on carry-on bags, air travelers must think before they pack for a trip, no matter the destination or duration.

The extra fees charged by the airlines can add up quickly these days. On top of the cost of the airline ticket itself, no one wants to throw money away on overweight baggage fees. Here's how to...

Luggage restrictions vary by airline. It is easy to go to the airport assuming you are well within the standard weight limits only to find you are actually over it and you have to pay extra. In...

How to choose luggage for travel is an important consideration of any trip. How may times have you been at the airport and seen the results of improper baggage handling? Remember when Samsonite...

When your vacation is approaching, it can be very hard to focus. All you want to do is daydream! But you do have to eventually buckle down and get things done to prepare for your trip. Packing...

The days of flying airlines fee-free have come to an end. Now, in addition to arriving to the airport on time, travelers have to make sure that they are aware of new rules and regulations...

With many airlines instituting new or stricter rules about baggage sizes on international flights, travelers should be increasingly careful to stay within the published limits. Luggage sizes are...

Thailand, a country in Southeast Asia, is a popular destination for backpackers, retirees, families and many other types of travelers. With its lush jungles, white sand beaches, excellent food and...

Each year, students, business travelers, and expatriates head to countries around the world for a year abroad. With new airline regulations, travelers are limited to the amount of baggage they are...

Ryanair is Europe's largest budget airline, offering low-cost flights to destinations in both Eastern and Western Europe. Agents are notoriously strict about airline regulations, and unsuspecting...

If you fly much, you may have had to cross your fingers and hope that your luggage makes it to your final destination along with you. If you have ever worried about losing your luggage while...