Check, please?

Flights, Luggage, Travel Advice

Here are three reasons not to check bags, and five strategies to follow if you must. Some say there are only two kinds of luggage: carry-on and lost. I am in the carry-on only camp; here are three reasons why I prefer not to check a bag: 1. I have to show up at the...

Valet or gate?

Flights, Luggage, Travel Advice

What is valet check and how is it different than gate-checking a bag? After squeezing everything you need for your trip into a carry-on that fits the airline’s allowed dimensions, it’s frustrating to have to check your bag at the gate because the overhead bins are...

If it fits, it flies

Flights, Flights, Luggage, Planning, Travel Advice

Carry-on and personal item size limits for 32 major airlines. On almost every flight there’s a passenger rolling on a massive carry-on and/or lugging an equally large bag/backpack onto the plane as a “personal item.” Exactly how big can a carry-on and personal item...

Wine Wednesday

Luggage, Luggage and Bags, Travel Advice

The rules on flying with vino, plus how to pack it in your suitcase, whether a bottle or a case. The EU announced it plans to open its borders to vaccinated Americans this summer. If France, Italy, or other wine regions are on your radar (or you decide to stay...