Airlines are Cracking Down! 2024 Carry-on Changes, and How to be Prepared

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🛂 Don't get caught out at the gate! Our old carry on luggage tricks aren't working any more, and you could face extra fees - or even be denied boarding! - if you're not ready for these 2024 carry-on changes.
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00:00 - Introduction to New Carry On Changes
02:03 - The impact of airlines’ new rules
04:24 - 3 reasons WHY
06:37 - Know before you go
07:23 - Not just for hands anymore
08:18 - A sneaky color strategy
08:29 - The secret to more luggage space
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09:04 - Lying low before the flight
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11:12 - Your rights up in the air
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@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

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@jimwoo9552 Ай бұрын

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@sg5720 Ай бұрын

I live the family that put all there lighter clothing in a pillow case. They only had one suitcase and all was good - cause it was pillows. I will be doing that moving forward 😁

@jimwoo9552 Ай бұрын

@@sg5720 Until pillows are 'banned' hehe

@TopperPenquin Ай бұрын

Charge you $2,000 extra then F you around so that you miss the plane

@leonalii1533 Ай бұрын

I remember the times when everything was easy. No liquid restrictions, one ticket price including everything, meals served...

@icedancerichmond3676 Ай бұрын

Exactly. No end to the misery if this msdness.

@ianwallace16 Ай бұрын

9/11 ring any bells?

@neilcharles2520 Ай бұрын

It's all greed now..

@pd9094 Ай бұрын

Same

@manjram363 Ай бұрын

I used to carry frozen food that doesn't exist on my country. The stewards will put on their refrigerator, it was given me to me at the end of the fligth, now no more.

@MADHIKER777 Ай бұрын

IT'S ABOUT TIME!!! I'm so tired of a-holes carrying a steamer trunk onto the plane, taking up all the overhead bins. Every carry-on needs to be fitted into those measurement frames. No exceptions! Best news I've heard all day!!!

@cynthiakritika5047 Ай бұрын

Yup! 1000% agree.

@jimwoo9552 Ай бұрын

Here's another take. If you can't lift your so called carry-on into the overhead bin, you are a "..". And don't expect others. especially flight crew to help you.

@Learningthetruth7 Ай бұрын

Me, too!!

@susiex6669 Ай бұрын

I agree but I don't have a handbag and put everything in an oversized backpack. That would count as my two since I don't bring anything else on the plane with me, except a small tote with food to eat on the flight I keep by my feet. Washing machines exist everywhere. You don't need to bring everything and the kitchen sink on the plane or train.

@guym2966 Ай бұрын

AMEN

@WineAndRoses9526 Ай бұрын

Sadly airlines have created part of this problem because of them loosing our luggage often. They have lost trust that our luggage not may get from point A to point B. Then offloading can be a bit slower. People just want to get off and get going.

@marthagaluszka8888 Ай бұрын

Lost luggage is also because there are so many connecting flights with hardly any time to get from gate to gate. The luggage doesn't get moved either. So many connections are in different wings of huge airports.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Great point! I agree.

@spacecaptain9188 Ай бұрын

@@marthagaluszka8888 Yeah, that doesn't help, but since they profit from losing our belongings (they sell the "unclaimed" baggage), I suspect that's a relatively small part of the problem. Did you know the contract they have (had a while back and may or may not still have) with the Unclaimed Baggage Store actually has a minimum quota of lost luggage that must be met? It's despicable!

@bethhenkelman5249 Ай бұрын

I thought it was because of the cost to check baggage?

@susiex6669 Ай бұрын

Lost luggage? How about getting your brand new luggage looking like it was thrown off the plane and dragged all over the tarmac.

@Pluscelamemechose Ай бұрын

Craziest bin fight was over 'artisan' bread. 3 ft bread took an entire bin, and the woman was adamant it could only be used for 'her' bread because it was artisan. $15. My husband got up, put the bread in her lap (yes she was squawking) he loaded the luggage and then put the bread above it. As she spooled up to start screaming, he gave her that look he has. She sat down and stayed silent. The bread was fine.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Ha ha! Bread. Never heard that one before!

@Grazilla52 Ай бұрын

That’s almost like “Lucy Ricardo” & the giant cheese she was trying to bring back from Europe! Gosh I loved “I Love Lucy” 😂

@Pluscelamemechose Ай бұрын

@@Grazilla52 I haven't seen that one. Lol

@venom5809 Ай бұрын

Oh I had one like that when I was in Chicago, entitled woman with one of those big round covered containers full of pastries and whatnot taking up a ton of space overhead and the airline crew did nothing. Thankfully the guy next to me let me put one of my bags under his seat but that was a complete failure on the airlines part, never flown United since.

@Pluscelamemechose Ай бұрын

@@silentnot4812 she had that thin bread stick longways in the overhead and wouldn't allow anything else up there. And then her bag was in the next one. She was gumming up boarding and being a nuisance in general. It was just an extra long French bread, and it arrived just fine.

@Ddrhl Ай бұрын

Don't provide pillows and blankets anymore; count them as a carry-on. Don't provide meals; count food carry-all as a carry-on.Wear a badge to keep my passport and boarding pass available for the 3 times it gets checked; count it as a carry-on. Cram us all in. Reduce the width of the center aisle. Then there's the airport...get my steps in because gates are separated by dozens of over-priced, underwhelming restaurants and bars. I fly plenty, and try to do it with patience, but haven't seen a positive change to the business in 30 years.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

I agree.

@vhopine3776 Ай бұрын

I agree with much of this, but for diabetics, a delayed flight could mean there's not enough layover time to eat at a restaurant. Hopefully, those passengers will choose low odor foods, but a missed meal could have health consequences.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

@@vhopine3776 Great point!

@Ddrhl Ай бұрын

@@vhopine3776 You might have missed my point. I was *criticizing* the airlines not commending them nor commanding them. The things I mentioned are *awful* and contribute to air rage.

@vhopine3776 Ай бұрын

@@Ddrhl I did misunderstand your comment. Thank you for politely clarifying.

@betsydoc3628 Ай бұрын

I propose airlines allow passengers without overhead bin bags to deplane first.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Ha! Interesting suggestion.

@patroberts5449 Ай бұрын

What an awesome idea!! Before ALL the other special groups except babies, handicap or active military

@justice9898 Ай бұрын

@@patroberts5449 nurses, doctors, police? O yes of course military..

@dkwillrn Ай бұрын

Great idea!

@a.e.7988 Ай бұрын

Good idea

@brucesalta3271 Ай бұрын

It is about time they crack down on the size of the bags that travelers consider "carry on".

@RyanK-100 Ай бұрын

I have been flying for 40 years. They OFTEN used to have you put your carry-on in the measuring device. Since then, people are now bringing on full-sized luggage and putting it sideways in the overhead bins. AIRLINES - PLEASE START MEASURING CARRY-ONS. It's not fair to the people boarding later. Two generations later and it's "Hooray for me and screw everybody else and blame the airlines."

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Thanks for your input.

@rafaelm.2056 Ай бұрын

You should have reported it to the flight crew. I follow the rules and I expect others around me to do the same.

@charlesjay8818 Ай бұрын

Full size luggage WILL NOT fit in the overhead bins. In Europe they have measuring devices at check in and at the gate, NO WAY your gonna get a full size suitcase onto the plane lol

@vgshwk Ай бұрын

Some reasons why some people don’t want to check bags is you might have a tight connection and you don’t trust the airline to transfer your bag to the next plane. There is also the time involved maybe having to wait 30-45 minutes to get your bag.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Agreed.

@77space-vt8wi 23 күн бұрын

When you have a tight connection tell one of the cabin crew. Might be able to find a way to help the cause.

@ABOVETHECLOUDS007 Күн бұрын

I had this issue coming from Zurich I have literally 5 mins to make my connection to America not knowing the Zurich airport I was running and also most in tears our flight was cutting it EXTREMELY CLOSE CALL I barely made it🙄🙄only to find out my flight to America (home) was delayed a few mins 🙄🙄🤦🏼‍♀️I WAS FURIOUS these airlines need to start changing the times a bit so we can make the connection on time🤦🏼‍♀️🙄🙄

@vgshwk Күн бұрын

@@ABOVETHECLOUDS007 a lot of times planes takeoff late because their crew was timed out and then the plane takes the airport tour for 30 minutes because they were late leaving the gate.

@GLeon-ov9yu Ай бұрын

I use to fly a lot for vacations for many decades. Im so sick and tired of “extra expenses” on airlines! So now I travel to all the beautiful coastal beach towns within my beautiful state of Michigan! We have the Great Lakes which surround our entire state and the coasts are GORGEOUS!

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Nice!

@doublepanthers3088 Ай бұрын

Can't say I am disappointed about this. I don't condone rude and dishonest behavior on the airlines' part, but the carry-on allowance has been abused for so long now, I am glad that rules are being enforced. It is a shame that the actions of some have made things more difficult for those of us who had followed the rules all along. Safe travels everyone.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

I'm all about maximizing what we can do within the allowable structure, but I agree, the few who are breaking the rules ruin it for everybody.

@rcr1954 Ай бұрын

Every time I fly these days the airline is gate checking carry ons because of limited overhead space, Meanwhile people with 2-3 carryons or huge, obviously oversized carryons are never challenged by the crew. That is the issue!

@jc42598 Ай бұрын

@@rcr1954Agree!! I see it on every flight!

@margaretmathis4775 Ай бұрын

@@rcr1954Unfortunately, I see this as well. I recently got “tagged” for a small fanny pack, while other people were moving already stowed baggage so they could fit their own extra or oversized bags.

@trudimclaren4301 Ай бұрын

@rcr1954 Yes! I found the same thing when I was travelling in Canada (Air Canada were *really* bad for it... actually, just really bad, full stop! 😅)!

@pamelaaffleck6127 Ай бұрын

Frankly it's absurd how much carry on some people bring on board. And the worst offenders almost always selfishly put all of it into the overhead bin to leave the space by their feet empty. I have no problem with airlines cracking down on this and welcome them cracking down even more.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

I have a big problem with people putting extra stuff in the overhead bins and leaving space at their feet....especially when the airline staff are repeatedly clear that only luggage can go above.

@trudimclaren4301 Ай бұрын

Agreed! Honestly? This is the one thing that I don't like about this channel - I know most of the time, the tips are within the rules, but I do feel like it's taking the piss (to use a Kiwi term) a bit, when 'normal' travellers who check their luggage and just take *one bag* (and an actual appropriately-sized personal item, like a handbag) are disadvantaged because there's not enough storage space with the massive carryon luggage everyone seems to bring - I just feel like the advice to use carryon only is a bit irresponsible, and is perpetuating the problem. Carryon should be for things you need in-flight, and emergency items if there's a problem with your luggage. I would like to see less posts about how to fit everything into carryon, tbh 😕

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

@@trudimclaren4301 Thank you for your feedback, Trudi.

@johnross8614 Ай бұрын

Unfortunately I booked the bulkhead seats directly behind the first class section and I was actually forced to put my backpack in the overhead along with my carryon because there technically is no under the seat in front of you. The extra leg room wasn’t worth the hassle of not being able to access my backpack when I really needed it. I am a diabetic and I carry allot of different things I need for my flight including insulin and snacks and stuff! Will never book the bulkhead again

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

@@johnross8614 I agree, I don't like having to stow my personal item overhead. However it's worth noting that you only need to have it stowed for takeoff and landing; you can pull your bag out of the overhead for the duration of the flight (just in case you ever run into that again).

@robertcold4669 Ай бұрын

I travel a lot both personally and professionally. Thank goodness they are FINALLY cracking down on these carry on camels.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Camels LOL

@brookside109 Ай бұрын

Me too

@handzar0 Ай бұрын

Or you know they can bring back free checked baggage like they used like a decade ago....and before anybody says the airlines are losing money that is furthest from the truth. Just one example: "United Airlines Holdings Inc gross profit for the twelve months ending March 31, 2024 was $36.739B, a 22.61% increase year-over-year."

@robertcold4669 Ай бұрын

@@handzar0 I do not care if they bring back free checked baggage or not.

@michellehawkins1027 15 күн бұрын

@@handzar0 My favorite words are when they ask for volunteers to check their bag at the gate for free, I anxiously await that call. I hate lugging my bag through the airports.

@helenmak5663 Ай бұрын

I travel with carry on and an under the seat bag only because some luggage handlers abuse the luggage by throwing them so hard that they could get broken and sometimes luggage get lost.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

True.

@norafl2821 Ай бұрын

Same here but this time I was asked to check-in my carry-on once at airline counter and one before boarding because according to them it was a full flight. Boarded and both times there was an empty overhead above my seat. It was upsetting that on my way back my luggage didn't make from London until 3 days later. Others were boarding with a larger carry-on and other things.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

@@norafl2821 Oh no.....

@77space-vt8wi 23 күн бұрын

Put an Apple Air Tag in each bag and back-pak. Then you can tell lost and found exactly where their located in the airport. @@norafl2821

@Graygramma Ай бұрын

I am always amazed while waiting to board at the gate the number of people that look like they are trying to take their entire wardrobe onboard. And then watching them trying to lift and shove it into an overhead compartment.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Ha ha! Yes, that can be amusing. 😉

@danburnette7674 Ай бұрын

We had some clown one time attempt to put his golf bag and clubs in the overhead bin then he had a fit or tantrum when he had to gate check the golf bag. How he was able to get the golf bag thru TSA is another mystery.

@jimwoo9552 Ай бұрын

@@danburnette7674 TSA is not in the business of scrutinizing. They only scan and check for improper items.

@danburnette7674 Ай бұрын

@@jimwoo9552 TSA is Thousands Standing Around & Try Staying Awake. Just ribbing. Most of the TSA Agents i know are good peeps.

@jimwoo9552 Ай бұрын

@@danburnette7674 It's daunting how the agents need to repeat the same instructions; take out your laptops, remove shoes, remove belts, remove your jackets, no liquids, on and on. It's a tedious jobs for most except the scanning staff.

@PalmBeachDog Ай бұрын

I’m always in awe of how much people feel they need to bring on a three day trip.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Ha ha!

@ruthmartin9424 Ай бұрын

I am guilty. But I check my luggage and only carry on necessities that are in a case that will fit under the seat.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

@@ruthmartin9424 No worries! Carrying on only a personal item is actually a nicer airport experience overall. You just have to wait for your checked luggage to arrive, which can be a hassle.

@charlesjay8818 Ай бұрын

I'm always in awe of how little people can pack when they travel with a little back pack for a trip

@stevestevens5805 Ай бұрын

I highly encourage airlines cracking down on carry ons. My last flight out of Key West had folks lugging their medium size case as a carry on, folks with military size duffel bags and a backpack the size of one for a Himalayan mountain climb. I support charging for a carry on and checked luggage.

@spacecaptain9188 Ай бұрын

Overhead bin space is in no way impacted by a fanny pack, blanket, or neck pillow. This is a another money grab, plain and simple.

@michellehawkins1027 15 күн бұрын

It is if the greedy person puts their bag in the bin, and then tries to stick the pillow, blanket, or jacket next to it. I'm for using the fanny pack etc. but keep it on you or under the seat. I wish they would have designated bin space per seat, you get that space and only that space so everyone has that same room.

@jeanhallada5292 Ай бұрын

About time. I’ve said for years charge for carry on and have free checked luggage. We could board faster. People wouldn’t argue over bin space. And we wouldn’t have to see huge bags claimed as carry on.

@chicanica64 Ай бұрын

Some of us need to have carry on. I travel with my computer for work. Its the unreasonable large suitcases people bring aboard.

@LGnLA Ай бұрын

Disagree. If the airlines didn't ABUSE or LOSE, luggage sure... but it's far too many cases of luggage NOT arriving when you arrive... so, I pack light, TEAM CARRY ON over 20yrs!!!

@trudimclaren4301 Ай бұрын

@@LGnLAI travel a lot, and I've never had my luggage lost. I'm always prepared for it with insurance, but never needed it. It seems an easy excuse for excessive carryon, tbh 😕

@winterinbloom Ай бұрын

@@trudimclaren4301You clearly don't understand the absolute nightmare it would be if your bag was lost. You can't expect anyone to have the time and leisure to replace everything they brought that they need for their trip when they get to their destination. You have no perspective on this situation because you've never had a bag lost, while others have had missing luggage several times. I wish some perspective on you, and yes, that does mean I hope you experience lost luggage at least a couple of times so you can understand what other people have gone through and why they make the decisions they make.

@Katt8220 Ай бұрын

Yes! My hubby and I agreed 100%! He flies a lot for business. Overhead carry on’s take up so much time and sometimes cause others to miss Inge flights.

@Christine-zk6hk Ай бұрын

Once had someone tell a friend that she didn't have to worry about suitcase weight using packing cubes because she would be taking out the air so it would weigh less.

@trudimclaren4301 Ай бұрын

OMG! That's hilarious! 😂

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

😂

@SparkyOne549 Ай бұрын

Hahahahahahahaaaaaa!

@user-jg5ws9gr8n Ай бұрын

Hell i am

@Intoxicanna Ай бұрын

🤦‍♀️

@totesgene 14 күн бұрын

I don’t know why people are blaming the airlines. They should be blaming people who take advantage of the policies. Look around at the gate. Every time I fly I see heaps of people with two big carryon bags and I know not are going in the overhead bins. That means no room for your bag. I only bring an underseat bag.

@anncampbell5952 Ай бұрын

Soooooo glad they are getting stricter with carryon luggage. It has been getting ridiculous what people are bringing into the cabin. People don’t be so cheap- just lay the appropriate fee for your bags or don’t travel.

@charlesjay8818 Ай бұрын

..... finally someone with some common sense.... people complain sooo much. They buy a ticket for 20-30 €£$ and then expect the red carpet to be rolled out lol

@camiller4916 Күн бұрын

It’s not abt money, it’s abt the airlines losing your luggage

@olindalee6418 Ай бұрын

What should be revised are the exorbitant fees charged for luggage period! Its outrageous!

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

I agree.

@barbaraburns8014 Ай бұрын

Airline executives are responsible for that, protest to your senator, governor and anyone of authority that will listen or don't fly..

@uclajd Ай бұрын

Let me guess, another economy flyer complaining. There seems to be an inverse proportion to how much people pay for their ticket and how much they complain. Pay for business class and you get free bags!

@ajc-ff5cm Ай бұрын

There are ways to not pay bag fees. I've flown for many years and rarely, if ever, pay for bag fees. 1) Fly an airline that doesn't charge for bags; yes, they exist. 2) Airline status or loyalty programs - some employers offer status as a perk for some airlines. Plus, if you fly often enough or earn status through credit cards, you can get free bags. 3) Airline credit cards - If you fly more than once a year on the same airline, the fee for the card more than covers the bag fees you'd pay. (Free bags are often a perk). Airline cards also help you earn the aforementioned airline status. 4) Buy a higher class of service 5) If the gate agent asks for volunteers to check bags, they will often waive fees. Learn to do some homework and become a more educated traveler. Use the system to your advantage.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

@@ajc-ff5cm Great tips - thanks!

@bzzi Ай бұрын

Are we going to talk about Airlines removing checked bags from all tickets, and nickel and dimming us every step of the way? Including charging for choosing seats, food, etc? The reduction of width and front leg from seats? The destruction of flying etiquette is also a by-product of airlines unending greed. When you could check a bag, most people would only bring a backpack or handbag. Now people want to bring a month’s worth of trip on a huge backpack and a carry-on. It’s a pathetic death by a thousand cuts by the airlines and we all suffer.

@GenevieveAwai 2 күн бұрын

Agreed. It used to be that you could check a bag for free and only pay overweight charges and people would travel with a carry-on that fit under the seat and a personal item. When airlines started charging exorbitant prices for checked bags, especially a second bag, that’s when the carry-on problems escalated.

@lisoliveira Ай бұрын

I feel so lucky I don't need to fly anywhere!

@StephenSmith-ge1qf Ай бұрын

If you simply take a case which is within the permitted dimensions, and isn't over the permitted weight then you won't have any issues at the gate. Life can sometimes be really simple. If you want to take more, check your luggage in, it costs less if you arrange this when you book your flight. Stress free travelling tips!! And please don't be the one at the boarding gate holding everyone up whilst you pointlessly harangue the staff who won't let you board with your oversize carry on..

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Even if your luggage is within permitted dimensions, you may be stopped at the gate and asked to weigh / size your bag. But yes I agree - follow the rules and life is generally quite simple. ;-)

@cynthiagonzalez658 Ай бұрын

In the 80s, airlines would pay for your stay in a 5star hotel if you missed your connection due to their scheduling errors. Now they treat you like cattle.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

It's a different world, for sure.

@chrisdobrowolski2783 6 күн бұрын

Not for us a few years ago we flew from Shanghai China to Vancover Canada and our plane was 6 hours late, the airline put in different hotels and lots of us with me and my Mon got the Motel 6 in Vancover and Air Canada paid for it.

@NoraDunn 6 күн бұрын

@@chrisdobrowolski2783 Glad you got put up during the delay!

@lap8329 15 күн бұрын

I use that same little PacSafe cross body bag that you are showing. It’s not much bigger than a wallet, but holds the vital stuff: Phone (biggest Samsung), passport, credit cards, cash, copies of assorted dox. I wear it cross body at the airport, take it off and bury deep in personal item going through security. After going through security, I put it on like a waist pack and pull my loose-fitting dark-coloured tee or sweater down over it. Bag is now invisible but still accessible. It stays there until trip is over. I use it as a daily carry while traveling, though my passport and spare credit cards will usually be in an under-clothing security pouch. It keeps phone, card, cash safe while I carry a tote or backpack for jacket, water bottle, tissues, etc. I’ve owned many little anti-theft bags, but this one is hands down the best.

@NoraDunn 14 күн бұрын

You have a great system! Thanks for sharing! I agree - I adore mine.

@user-nr4df1eo4u Ай бұрын

Good. I am fed up with people taking all the room in the overhead bins by bringing big bags that should be checked in as well as other bags as well and cram them in leaving no room for later boarders.

@petek5523 Ай бұрын

It’s about time they started cracking down on the ridiculous amount of “carry on “ bags people are trying to take with them.

@DoReMeaCulpa Ай бұрын

I agree 100%. Unfortunately channels like this only encourage the cheating and attempts at deception. For example, the neck pillow filled with clothing - you still have to lug around all that extra junk at your destination. And it is selfish, since the stuff you snuck on board takes up space that a more honest traveled is entitled Tom

@petek5523 Ай бұрын

@@DoReMeaCulpa In Nora's defense, this is a "hack" channel and while I don't agree with everything she promotes she's not trying to hide the fact that her channel is one. The stuffed neck pillow and extra pocket vests are next level cringe tho. :D

@angrygoldfish Ай бұрын

@@DoReMeaCulpa Do you think people would be doing it if the airlines charged the baggage fee as part of the ticket? Or do you think people would be doing it if baggage fees were reasonable? They're not, by the way. In many cases they are more than the ticket itself. For example, if a Ryanair flight that would cost €60 without luggage included (1 reasonably-sized carry-on that is adequate to store small clothing items, toiletries, etc. for a short trip to the sun + 1 small item purse/sling/shopping bag/pillow) now cost €100 but with the luggage included, and Ryanair were strict on the size and quantities of these bags, would people be complaining and trying to cheat the system? Or another example, if a Ryanair flight cost €60 without luggage fees but had an optional luggage fee of €10 for the aforementioned bag quantities/sizes, would people be complaining and trying to cheat the system? How many would risk it for €10 on a €60 flight? I know myself I would just pay the €10. But as I said, it's never just €10. From what I can tell, the reason for the frustration and adoption of 'cheating' and 'deception' is because airlines themselves are being 'deceptive' and are 'cheating' the customers. They advertise low fare airline tickets, but then squash you with needlessly difficult booking procedures and baggage limits. The whole process from these companies is a deliberate attempt to manipulate consumers. That's why consumers are rejecting it and finding loopholes, in my opinion. Not because they're selfish or dishonest but because they are being manipulated and won't stand for it. Change the system and the consumers might change with it.

@petek5523 Ай бұрын

@@angrygoldfish using Ryanair is a terrible example, you want the absolute cheapest flight but screech about them charging you extra 😅

@angrygoldfish Ай бұрын

@@petek5523 That's exactly why I chose them. It's about consumer's perception, and that's the whole point of my comment. If a flier is paying €60 for the ticket and €10 for the baggage versus €30 for the ticket and €40 for the baggage, what consumer is not going to question the legitimacy of that and try to find a way around it by steadily increasing the size or quantities of their bags? It's common sense. The customer would pay the exact same amount, but in their mind it's completely reasonable and par for the course. The whole system is broken. It manipulates consumers into paying more than what they think is justifiable. But take away the ambiguity and the frustration of overpriced baggage fees while increasing the cost of the ticket to ensure airlines earn their wages, the issue might just disappear.

@lornagallardo4894 Ай бұрын

This problem started when lost baggages happened. The trust on check-in luggages are gone and the time consumed waiting for luggages is one of the causes too

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Yep. Between checked luggage getting lost and the slap in the face of some airlines charging to check luggage, people started looking for other solutions. (Enter: carry on only)

@debrathomson252 4 күн бұрын

When we travel as a group one of our party has Diabetic equipment and medication which takes up all of her carry on. We are afraid of any of it being lost and when we asked an airline if she could count this as disability luggage and have another small bag besides her handbag for other necessities as carry on they said no. I have no idea how those with CPAP machines or Dialysis equipment get on when you can't guarantee that your medical supplies will not be lost if checked.

@NoraDunn 4 күн бұрын

@@debrathomson252 Many airlines (I thought all of them in fact) allow for medical equipment to be carried on board as extra. I'm surprised this happened.

@iramkjr76 Ай бұрын

Short story coming home from vacation once my wife had purchased to many gifts and our checked bag was over weigh and the lady at counter helped me by putting a pair of shoes in my Carry on saved me $60 . That was over the top service . Thanks again .

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Glad you got that assistance!

@briannabenson4173 Ай бұрын

Cargo pants are definitely your friend when travelling😉

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Ya! Those pockets come in handy.

@kimmiele6011 Ай бұрын

Hehe...to put my pilow and double cheese whopper on it 😂😂😂😂

@elouise5593 12 күн бұрын

And a travel vest or coat plus a neck pillow you can stuff clothing in!

@neilcharles2520 Ай бұрын

It's most passengers to blame,i have seen people with 3 and 4 pieces of carry on,over size carry on that can hardly fit in the overhead bins,and get away with it...If everyone does accordingly,there is enough room for all carry on...I like check in my suitcases,so i pay the fees....People still get away from not paying for checked luggage,if the overhead bins are full and absolutely no space...it's tagged at the door and handed a receipt..in fact it's even better because you are first to collect your luggage...

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Yes, it's a bit of a slap in the face for people who pay to check their luggage, when people get to gate-check for free.

@marthagaluszka8888 Ай бұрын

Vacationers are sometimes the worst. They come home with so many souvenirs that they're still carrying in the store shopping bags that things wouldn't fit in their luggage or would make those bags overweight. I carry a mesh bag for the few extra items that will fit under the seat, but I never buy huge souvenirs anymore anyway. I do remember way back in the early 70's when I flew coast to coast with a Wok, and had to jam it in the overhead between some softer items. I'll never do that again!!! Even if TSA would allow it. 🤣 Were the overheads bigger then?

@GinaStanyerBooks Ай бұрын

I travel a lot. I almost always check my bag. It’s glorious to drop it off and not worry about it - it’s such a sophisticated and relaxed way to travel. And the total cost when you look at it as a whole is reasonable IMO. My luggage has never been lost (which statistically is most likely.)

@stephenmcconnell2223 Ай бұрын

I agree. I always have one checked bag and my backpack that isn’t filled to the brim. Just a pair of pants just in case, toothbrush, iPad Pro, and headphones. I never want to walk through an airport wheeling around my luggage, let alone the lounges. I like the freedom not having to do that making travel less stressful. I have flown 35 years now and have never had a lost bag, only a delayed one which was delivered 6 hours later.

@Michael_Livingstone Ай бұрын

Same. Small price to pay for a stress free travel experience. I put an AirTag on my suitcase just in case.

@Jsfrog Ай бұрын

Yes! And my typical airline's credit card allows me two checked bags for free.

@trudimclaren4301 Ай бұрын

Agreed! I hate this obsession with no checked luggage!

@jeffgorham8819 Ай бұрын

I always have to use a carry-on (and it measures to specs) because I have a CPAP, camera, prescriptions, and a tablet that I don't want to get lost (or stolen). Other than that, I'll check what I can.

@stevegrimes5105 Ай бұрын

You're right about airline personel not noticing a backpack. My wife's 14 x 8 x 21 roll away was heavily analyzed at checkin at the gate. I was pulling the suitcase for her and they asked me at each stop to put it in the measurement frame. Meanwhile, they didn't even glance at the 35L aer2 backpack that was on my back. I was like a comedy sketch, it was in plain sight.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Exactly! It's curious too, because airline crew all use those rolling personal item bags....and yet, passengers get stopped for having them. Ha!

@hollyh8509 23 күн бұрын

I actually measured the bag I have for carry on to put in the overhead bin, I carry backpack not a purse and it has always fit under the seat. I usually check and pay for a bag checked, it’s very annoying when you see someone carrying on a bag the size of the I checked!

@markt4297 Ай бұрын

I've been saying this for over 10 years. Some bring these big bags that take up 80% of the overhead bin. The airlines have created the problem by not enforce size limits. They should not let them down the jet way if it dosen't is the size frame.

@yvonboudreau3932 Ай бұрын

Over head bin space is also affected by increasing seat rows with no way to increase bin space.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Oh, great point!

@tybrady4598 Ай бұрын

I say, hallelujah! I’m tired of rude passengers carrying bags that are larger than what’s allowed, or their small bag that should go under the seat in front of them, is too large and they instead put it into the overhead bin thus leaving no space for those who come in last.

@flufwix Ай бұрын

Stop charging for checked luggage then people won’t be trying to have extra carry on. Airlines are treating their customers like crap. I avoid flying at all costs

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Agreed on making checked luggage free.

@RobHitch Ай бұрын

I recall travelling from Kuala Lumpur for a 1 week trip recently, coming across a surprise luggage checkpoint just ahead of passport control. Showed my boarding pass, airport (not airline) staff made it clear "one carry on bag and one personal item bag only, max 15lbs weight for both". Anything above that weight, I'd be sent back to the check in desk to check the bag. My underseater and sling bags were weighed, which thankfully came in at 13lbs 😎🙂.

@carlerickson74 Ай бұрын

15 pounds!? Wow! That’s stingy! Pretty crummy setup sounds like!

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Interesting intel - thank you Rob!

@staceypleasants Ай бұрын

I'm always surprised by the people who don't check the current rules....for airlines, airports, destinations, etc.....before they travel. How can you plan a trip without knowing what you can take, how much you can take, what the entry requirements are.....all the necessary details?!?

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Agreed.

@inshallamiami Ай бұрын

Because people are stupid, specially in the USA

@bkstroh Ай бұрын

The most annoying thing about carry baggage for me is when someone else has stuffed their bag into my bin causing me to have to go use another bin. Ultimately these penny pinching tactics are only going to make cranky travels even more irate. Considering how common it is for people to become whiny babies on a plane anymore, I really don't see the point in adding extra obstacles that are going to instigate these actions. Your carry on should fit in the over head space allotted to you that's it. The weight factor really bugs me because why should I be limited to say 20 lbs when many passengers' body weight alone is more than my body weight and carry on combined!

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

The bin thing is often a chain reaction; somebody seated towards the back of the plane might put their luggage above a seat further ahead, which displaces everybody else's luggage.

@michaelwilson7475 18 күн бұрын

I usually travel internationally for vacations because you get one or two free checked bags. The flight is more expensive but everything else is cheaper than the US. I wear hiking shorts with many zipper pockets and I carry an Igloo brand case that acts as a personal bag that goes under the seat and becomes a beach cooler when I get to my destination. This has worked out perfectly for me and I never put a bag in the overhead bin and it’s easier for me to board and deboard. I just brought home a lot of ceramic and glass from Mexico and I wrapped it in bubble wrap and put it in my checked bag and one special piece of glass art in my personal bag. Nothing broke and I was not charged any extra money for weight. I do this all the time. It works perfectly.

@NoraDunn 18 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing, Michael!

@deekang6244 9 күн бұрын

I agree. Traveling internationally is often less expensive for me. Cheaper hotels. More luggage allowed. Even bigger overhead bins. Where I go, cheaper food. It literally doesn’t cost me as much money to travel internationally, despite the cost of the ticket.

@AtwoodThreads Ай бұрын

We just flew to and back from Mexico.....Amazing how different each gate was as far as how the process went and how much it was totally up to the employee what was allowed. Thanks for the updates Nora

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Interesting! I have indeed noticed the process can vary dramatically.

@tiger8linny788 5 күн бұрын

It’s about time that the “carry-on” bag situation is finally addressed! The carriers have rarely, if ever, enforced those regulations. The chaos of people trying to jam bags that are much too large into overhead bins makes getting to your seat a challenge. It’s also a safety hazard when bags that are too large to fit under the seat are sticking out as obstacles to prevent others from getting in and out of the row. If you want to save money on bag fees, try to pack more efficiently and take fewer items. The best system would be to restrict ALL carry on bags at the entrance to the concourses. If it won’t fit in the space shown on a diagram, back you go to check it.

@NoraDunn 4 күн бұрын

Good point about oversized personal item bags obstructing the way for others in the row to get in/out!

@kabbystevens5167 16 күн бұрын

I was on one flight, I only had a personal bag under the seat…the crew was adamant about putting YOUR carry on in bin above your seat, not up front. They pulled luggage from the overhead bins and 5 people in the back of plane had to come retrieve their carry ons…idiots. Then the crew checked each overhead bin asking who owns this on, and so on….more people came from the back of plane. Getting off a plane is so tricky when people have to go towards the back to retrieve luggage that did not have room near their seat…this was the smoothest de boarding ever.

@NoraDunn 14 күн бұрын

Interesting! What airline was this?

@Hippy2021 Ай бұрын

I started to book premium economy to allow me to choose my seat at the time booking and extra check in luggage. No anxiety, no surprise and no headache at the last minute. Also I like to know where I will be sitting. Just pay extra 100 bucks, it's doable when you can afford a trip

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Great plan! I agree, sometimes paying a bit extra is worthwhile,

@PilgrimFL 21 күн бұрын

I love my SCOTTeVEST fleese hoodie. It has served me well for 6 years. So many pockets to stash things when traveling or just going to the cinema.

@NoraDunn 18 күн бұрын

Awesome! Indeed, these "travel tools" can be super useful at home too.

@stephenharvey5932 Ай бұрын

If they did not lose items you would not have to carry on items

@cj9667 Ай бұрын

Great tips…it really depends on the gate agent! We had a duffle bag filled with Garrett’s popcorn that clearly fit into the personal space bin. Las Vegas American Airlines. She refused and said it’s a duffle bag..therefore a carry on not personal item. If it was in a shopping bag it would have been fine! Told her we do this every year with the popcorn. She wasn’t hearing it and wanted us check it! So we gate checked our carry on luggage filled with worn clothes….no way was I going to check the popcorn.. It would have came up missing for sure! So we get on the airplane and the overhead bins were empty! WTH?

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

LOL Could you imagine checking popcorn (assuming it's popped)? That would be a disaster!

@cj9667 Ай бұрын

@@NoraDunn Garrett’s popcorn…20 bucks a bag..highly addictive and wouldn’t make it to the cargo hold!

@mariposa1933 Ай бұрын

When you have luggage lost numerous times, it kind of leads people to want to carry on. The check in fees are astronomical. In saying that, just follow the rules of the carry on and we’d all be happier. 😃

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

I totally agree!

@owen33333 Ай бұрын

Good to see, just too late for me! I used to fly weekly and witnessed the carry-on cheaters all the time. The airlines had standards, but never enforced them. "Personal bags" the size of the carry-on was common. I'll be happy if I never have to fly again! (now retired)

@waterdragonclan9108 19 күн бұрын

I flew with my mother 2 years ago. We paid little for Spirit Airline. The normal carry-on I used to travel now an inch taller than required. My mother carry a bag of knitting stuffs and her carry-on. We ended up have to pay extra $$ for the both carry-on. Later, we paid another $150 to extend our trip. When we rode the bus to the airport, we missed our flight. So we have to pay to get the return tickets. We also paid one extra for carry-on on the way home. That trip cost me original $350 to $2000 for 2 of us. I just came home from 2 month trip to China. On the way home, I was worry my luggage might be overweight. So I put on 4 heavier pants, 5 long shirts, and wrap the big jacket around my waist at the Check in gate. After got into the airplane, I took them off and put into my expandable carry-on bag, which I purchased from TEMU. I do wish we can ride bullet trains or subway like in China. You can carry as much as you can into the train and only take few second. The trains in China always earlier or on time and fast.

@NoraDunn 18 күн бұрын

That's funny that you wore all that clothing! Totally works though - ha ha.

@Pluscelamemechose Ай бұрын

I've seen people attempt to carry on the old style tv's. They wanted the whole overhead bin so it didn't 'need' to be closed. Yes, and they argued. Reason? They hadn't put it in a box or padding, and checking would break it. This was a vehement argument. Insane.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

That's crazy!

@jflo2012 Ай бұрын

Too funny. I was on a plane where a guy brought his old style computer monitor, the big cube type. He tried to hold it on his lap but the flight attendant finally found a place for it …somewhere. You can’t make this stuff up.

@Pluscelamemechose Ай бұрын

@NoraDunn yes, flying is now like the bus. Then again, I remember Grey Hound being a better class of transportation.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

@@jflo2012 Ha ha!

@charlescarmichael1124 Ай бұрын

They wouldn't have to do this if they would stop charging ridiculous fees for checked baggage!

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

I agree.

@timberry1135 Ай бұрын

They would still have to do this. I travel regularly long haul and 32kg checked baggage allowance is included on the airlines I fly with. There is still a problem with passengers trying to take what appears to be their entire life possesions as carry on luggage.

@dammar117 Ай бұрын

AT the gate, Air Canada made me put my underseater in the sizer. You could tell it was smaller than a regular carry-on, but since it was not slim, he was probably hoping I wouldn't be able to squeeze it in width-wise. But I was. In any event, I was prepared to take out the computer and stuff it in my personal item. It really pissed me off to be treated this way when I do the utmost to travel light.

@trudimclaren4301 Ай бұрын

Air Canada strikes again... seriously, they are the absolute worst airline I've ever travelled with!

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

I don't take offence or feel mis-treated if I'm asked to put something in the sizer. If my bag fits in the sizer but they still force me to check (and pay!), then I would feel mis-treated.

@dammar117 Ай бұрын

@@NoraDunn I did, because my bag was obviously small (a 16x14x9 wheeled underseater). The guy was picking on me for no reasonable motive, hoping that maybe the bag might be just fat enough not to fit width-wise, even if it was clearly very short height-wise and obviously small enough to fit anywhere.

@originalkk882 Ай бұрын

@@NoraDunn Maybe measure the sizer. It is not unknown for airlines to be "economical" with the actual dimensions.

@Eric-jo8uh 8 күн бұрын

I’m sick and tired of opening an overhead locker to find it full of suitcases… so over it .

@vtcs1963 Ай бұрын

I notice that it is often the low cost airlines who have these bizarre rules and scam the passengers. It happened twice to my son last summer (he was still 22) and was charged for not checking in online and for having a carryon. They didn’t read the fine print because they (he and his friends) are young and just starting to travel on their own. I always check the rules and prices and often it is literally cheaper to buy the slightly more expensive ticket that includes carryons and checked bags. I feel like they are really trying to take advantage of young people who really are penny conscious and don’t know how to navigate the adult world of scams yet.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Interesting theory, and indeed - the airlines are sneaky when it comes to ticket prices. I reveal some of their tricks in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j5p9i9N0s6iRqH0.htmlsi=c-6zkJTpKsNgXPPm

@jerry2357 Ай бұрын

How is this only just happening in the US? Airlines have been strict about carry-on baggage in Europe for decades, including one carry-on bag only (no personal item, unless you're travelling business class). Some carriers even have a stricter size limit than standard for carry-on items. When I was travelling a lot, I used a lightweight backpack within the dimensions for carry-on luggage. No wheels and telescopic handle means more weight for clothes etc. A backpack is better than a shoulder bag because it distributes the weight across both shoulders, so there's less possibility of back trouble (from personal experience). And if you're at the gate with a backpack and it looks within the allowed size and doesn't look overstuffed, it is less likely to get weighed.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Great points about the backpack Jerry! That said I do find it hard on the back to lug travel backpacks around on travel days. Schlepping through too many airports, connections, public transportation, etc is a pain - literally! But if I'm going ultralight or traveling for a short time (ie: less then 2 weeks), then I will often bring a backpack.

@margaretmathis4775 Ай бұрын

An excellent and timely video! Thank you!

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

You're welcome, Margaret!

@chairmandan1794 8 күн бұрын

About time!! The overhead bins have been abused for such a long time.

@IggyinMelbourne Ай бұрын

In Australia we have a 7kg limit. Even with 2 bags it all must be 7kg. A couple airlines allow you to pay for more weight but with the recent flights I’ve been in I’ve seen so many bags that are way over weight. Then last flight I was at I saw a person going through their bag and they had so much unless stuff (they were doing to Sydney for 2 days and they had like 7 days worth of clothes!) People need to pack strategically and not “I might need it later.”

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

I agree - pack strategically! "I might need this" - types of items are largely unnecessary.

@Jane-yg3vz Ай бұрын

Air Canada only restricts the weight of a carry-on to what you can lift into the overhead bin yourself without a flight attendant having to help you.

@GoldenTengu Ай бұрын

I'm traveling the first time to the USA. And because of their VISA process in the immigration, I'm required to bring 3 copies of 115 pages each of thick work visa documents! Along with that are ALL my documents, degrees, deeds, etc that I cannot afford to check in to avoid loss. Now that being said I need my usual laptop, passport, power bank + personal electronics, toiletries, medication, and my CPAP machine. My situation is legit right? So how do bring this all? I am willing to pay for extra carry-on if its possible.

@karincope3019 Ай бұрын

If people didn’t abuse the Carry On items they would not have to do this , the amount of Entitled People is absurd and they have no one to blame but them selves and have made Everyone pay for their bad behaviour.

@jackg7225 Ай бұрын

I think it’s more of airline greed.

@daves913 Ай бұрын

Yeah, I just paid $100 for personal item couple of days ago. The average person will get screwed, no matter what.

@uclajd Ай бұрын

@@jackg7225 Found the economy flyer! Always bitching while First and Business class subsidize their flights.

@dgdw Ай бұрын

Extremely good information! That said the audio was very choppy for periods in the video

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Sorry about that. I recorded the video then discovered I had to factory reset my mic which had become defective for some reason. Did my best in editing.

@elizabethcoates3024 Ай бұрын

We watch in Lisbon, TAP airlines insisted there wasn't enough bin space so they were gate checking bags, roughly 80% of carry-ons.

@tigre9271 Ай бұрын

I recently purchased an expensive Briggs & Riley Carry on. I was debating between the domestic 22 inch and the International 21 inch. And even though i fly domestic 90% of the time, i chose the international size. Thinking for the price of this bag, i wanted to make sure i could carry on , on every airlines. Or even if the domestic airlines started getting stricter. I even have two different personal items. One intl size and one domestic size. They're less expensive than luggage, so i didn't feel bad about buying two. Another thing i bought was a SLIMMER style sling bag that fits closer to the body. It holds as must as a small crossbody purse, but i push it to my back and wear a jacket over it. So it's not visible.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

VERY good call on getting an international-sized carry on case!

@Ranoldopereztroika Ай бұрын

Thank you for your video. Very helpful. I have been working for several airlines, including some US big players for the past 10 years. Interesting that you mentioned the soft carry on bags because that's going to start being a rule soon too.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Ooh interesting about the soft carry on bags! How will that become a rule? As in, they will restrict/ban hardshell carry-on?

@LMays-cu2hp Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing.😊

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@michellehawkins1027 15 күн бұрын

"Anyone wanting to volunteer to check their carry-on?" are some of the sweetest words I've heard. I keep an ear out for that call,I hate carrying more than my personal item through the airport. Also having to hope there is space above my seat for my bag gives me anxiety. I'm weak due to a disability so it's not easy for me to lift the bag above my head, I always feel like I'm annoying the other passengers by taking up time.

@NoraDunn 14 күн бұрын

I understand your anxiety about getting your bag stowed. I often don't fully relax until I've arrived to my destination and checked in to my accommodation! Ha.

@camiller4916 Күн бұрын

I did this once and the airlines lost my bag. Never again will I check anything

@jmb5924 9 күн бұрын

This wax was very informative and helpful. I appreciated the background information explaining why the changes.

@NoraDunn 9 күн бұрын

Thanks!

@shelleyrichards4487 Ай бұрын

Super appreciated this video as I will be going to Aruba with some friends the 1st of June. My last travel 2 months ago on Southwest, they did insist that my fanny pack be put in another bag. Fortunately I had enough room in the center of my backpack so it fit fine and then I had my other carry-on. Yes, all airlines are starting to get very picky. Thank you for your videos and keep them coming. I love watching them and I send them to other friends that are traveling as well.❤

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Thank you so much Shelley! And thanks for the intel about Southwest. Happy travels to Aruba!

@MsLynda22 20 күн бұрын

I HATE that we have to pay for our seat, but ANYONE can use and take up more than one spot of overhead space! It should be like..if you’re sitting there, that space should be reserved for you. It’s such bullshit and that’s how selfish people bring more than two on the plane!

@LadyJ2075 Ай бұрын

Love these tips. Thank you! What about if you plan of traveling with your pet?

@elayned6147 Ай бұрын

Thank you, appreciate this information ℹ️!❤

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@Paolo_DLR Ай бұрын

We flew Southwest this week. They didn't enforce the pillow thing on our outbound flight, but I did hear them mention it homebound. I wasn't sure I heard right, but we had room in a backpack so I put it in there just in case.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Thanks for the intel, Paolo!

@robertmackenzie7917 19 күн бұрын

Don't pack a thing, it's cheaper to buy new,used clothes at the destination

@junshen8040 Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@RoadTripTravel Ай бұрын

I really hate flying these days and is really preventing me from traveling as much. I have always wondered why they don’t weigh passengers. If they really want to make more money, that’s the way to do it!

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Indeed. I don't like flying either, but it's a means to an end for me, and in the end it's worthwhile.

@matthewferrick3288 Ай бұрын

I remember after 9/11 airlines saying bag fees were going to be a temporary thing to help get them back on track after the government bailouts. But like most fees once they are in place it's very, very hard to get them removed once the additional revenue is realized. I'm more frustrated with ppl bringing these huge roller bags on board that are as big as my case that I checked then when space is full ppl getting free gate check. That's not fair. Should I just bring my suitcase and expect a gate check? It's gotten to the point that I now fly domestic first to get free bags, better snacks ans a meal if its over so far. 700 miles I think.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

I think starting to charge for checked luggage was a big mistake.

@paulao7022 Ай бұрын

I travel by plane, to see my grandchildren. I will start mailing my clothes & things by USPS. I will have what I need, when I get to my final destination!

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

That's a great idea!

@JBoy340a 13 күн бұрын

If you go there frequently, just leave next time, just have your children store a set of clothes for you. That reduces the amount you have to lug through the airport.

@garthl2954 Ай бұрын

You are a breath of fresh air!! Thanks for the advice!!

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

I appreciate that!

@cindyk3076 Ай бұрын

Good to know, thanks for this!

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

You're welcome, Cindy!

@steven_dekok Ай бұрын

A few months ago on our way to Eastern Europe, United made my wife and I put our small sling bags into one of our personal bags because they said it counted as a third bag. BUT they didn't say anything about us carrying a bag from one of the restaurants or stores in the airport as a third bag.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Okay interesting. Because I've heard they're starting to crack down on those restaurant/store bags too. Perhaps they can tell if you've legitimately got food (or whatever) that you bought at the airport versus all your sock and undies ;-)

@MyLogHomeLife Ай бұрын

We flew after 911 and you could not bring carry on items at that time. Embarking and disembarking were so quick and easy. Since then, I have advocated for no carry on luggage. One personal item for under the seat only.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Great point.

@glenpreece Ай бұрын

I've flown several times to Disney World over the past 6 months and every time Westjet gate agents demanded 30 carry on bags be checked due to limited overhead, surprise there's been loads of space after we've boarded.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Interesting. Thanks for the intel!

@33Jenesis Күн бұрын

When my elderly mom flied with me I had to ask for a wheelchair at the checkin counter. The counter agent always check in our bags (we use carryon size bag). They said because our bags were carryon size, they could be checked for free. It is much better not to wrestle with carryon bags after boarding to be honest.

@NoraDunn Күн бұрын

I agree, especially when you're dealing with a wheelchair as well. I flew with my mother (who also had a wheelchair), and I was responsible for both of our checked bags + personal items, which was a hassle.

@petermykichuk3714 Ай бұрын

Why should someone who carries 3 bags on the plane that gets on ahead of me take up 3 spots in the overhead bins while I only carry on 1 bag have trouble finding a spot

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

That's a challenge. They should only use one overhead bin spot, and keep the other one under the seat in front of them. Some flight attendants actively enforce this, especially on full flights.

@TheSuzberry 14 күн бұрын

More, smaller seats means less space overhead per person.

@barbaralazier8352 6 күн бұрын

Thank you. I saw this blog from you and after using a killer well built backpack on my last trip. I have purchased a small 15” Travelpro Max5 for my trip in 2 weeks.

@NoraDunn 5 күн бұрын

Fantastic!

@georgevigil7001 Ай бұрын

Great and informative content! You earned a new sub Nora!

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@hamiltonharper Ай бұрын

Just wear 8 t shirts and 3 pants

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

LOL that's a strategy.

@HR-wd6cw Ай бұрын

I'm always convinced that unless you're just flying with a backpack only, those "low cost / budget" airlines actually cost about the same as a major brand like United or Delta (if not more). The only people who really can score good deals are those who just have a backpack that sits under the seat (which is free on pretty much all airlines, budget or luxury).

@tonyriddle5491 Ай бұрын

I live in Arkansas and I've flown to the east coast and the west coast on Allegiant Airlines direct many times for 2 or 3 hundred dollars round trip including seat selection and a carry on. On Delta, United or American minimum $300 + seat selection fees up to $600 including seat selection with at least one change of planes

@hollymerchant9550 Ай бұрын

How big is the space under the seats, approximately? Thanks for the update!

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Great question! That varies (a lot) by airline and airplane.

@lailaansari7293 Ай бұрын

Thank you Nora, always useful info...❤👌

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@stephaniemurria5534 Ай бұрын

Glad this is happening. How does a guy get through security with a tent? Yeah. This really happened. I check my bag.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Ha ha! Wow - a tent.

@mitchk2981 Ай бұрын

Recently flew within Mexico on Viva, which has various categories affecting ticket prices. Carry on weight theoretically can increase price. When I got to the airport, I asked an employee about weighing my bag and he looked at me like I was nuts. He confided in me by saying, “In Mexico don’t think of this as a rule. Think of it as a suggestion.” Good attitude.

@NoraDunn Ай бұрын

Ha ha!

@chrissharkey9644 Ай бұрын

Every time I fly they get people to check their carry on at the hallway at no extra charge which tells me that the airline doesn’t have adequate space for each passenger

@BarefootVlogger 9 күн бұрын

Excellent video well done and researched. I lived what you are saying in my recent trip to SE Asia. Brought two carry on's that would fit no problem but when they weighed them my heart sank and they made me check one. It's a problem for a vlogger because I will never check laptops and camera equipment for fear of loss or damage. So I panicked and moved things around but I will be smarter on my next trip thanks to your spot on tips.

@NoraDunn 9 күн бұрын

Thanks! Like you, I also travel with a virtual video studio so my personal item bag is chock-a-block, which means sometimes I need to check my carry on luggage and make my personal item bag my "luggage".