Can I tell you a secret? There’s no “federal regulation” that requires airlines to limit you to one personal item and one bag for the overhead bin – at least, not in the way you might think. The ...

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Airlines love surprises—especially the expensive kind. One minute your bag fits perfectly, the next you’re facing a $35 gate-check fee faster than a delayed flight announcement. Those “standard” carry ...

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After a wheel completely fell off my 17-year-old Samsonite carry-on, I decided it was finally time to upgrade, so after a year of searching for the best hard-shell carry-on luggage I finally chose the ...

Airlines charging for checked bags has increased passenger demand for carry-on luggage. Passengers are not guaranteed overhead bin space, especially those who board later. To reduce stress, travelers ...

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