To check or not to check? That is the eternal question, even for the most seasoned traveler. Is it better to stow a suitcase in the plane’s belly and risk the airline losing your luggage or cram ...

Unlike most airlines, Southwest Airlines famously lets you check baggage for free. Southwest allows passengers to check up to two pieces of baggage for free — plus bring a carry-on bag and a personal ...

Flying can be a quick way to get to your destination, but flying with kids can be challenging. Packing appropriately can also ...

A person stacks luggages in an overhead bin at plane at the airport in Treviso, Italy on May 19, 2025. (Photo by Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Are airlines tightening their carry-on ...

I’ve been covering lifestyle content for over seven years. When preparing for travel, one of the first decisions to make is often carry-on versus checked bag. While there’s no right or wrong answer, ...

If you're traveling by airplane, it's always a good habit to check your chosen airline's bag policies before your trip. You may want to skip the long queues at the airport and travel light with just ...

My mom’s decades-long career as an airline employee not only meant my family flew frequently, but it also resulted in years of travel knowledge. My mom always knew what destinations were up-and-coming ...

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 ...

Note: Southwest Airlines announced the end of its Bags Fly Free policy on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. Here's an explanation of the new Southwest Airlines baggage policy, including when it starts and who ...

Traveling with kids is challenging enough without federal security restrictions. Oct. 11, 2010— -- With so many size restrictions and federal regulations, what we can bring on a plane gets ...