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The most common checked luggage size limit is 62 linear inches, but this varies among airlines. Size limits won't usually be ...

The easiest way to avoid a hassle at check-in is to double-check the airline carry-on size limits before you start packing (or better yet, before you buy your luggage). I researched the carry-on and ...

This article is a part of CNN Underscored’s Summer Travel Week, a weeklong focus on how to travel smarter and save money during one of the busiest travel seasons of the year. You have a handful of ...

Lost luggage. Damaged goods. Waiting at the carousel like lemmings to reclaim your bag. Checking a suitcase when you fly adds extra hassles and fees to your trip. In short: it’s not worth it. For the ...

With more airlines charging baggage fees, you’re probably trying to save money while maximizing space. One practical approach is to pack everything in a carry-on and stuff it in the overhead ...

Your luggage should do its job well, no matter your destination. Whether you’re flying down to Rio, hopping aboard that midnight train to Georgia, or cruising to Margaritaville, it should be easy to ...

We are big fans of "everything you need to know in one place." The folks over at Smarter Travel have updated their Ultimate Guide to Carryon Luggage. They don't hit every airline in the world, but ...

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