Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Just before the start of summer, Southwest Airlines instituted its new bag policy, which was previously announced in March. "For ...

Gate-checking luggage is primarily due to limited overhead bin space or smaller aircraft. Passengers should be aware of aircraft type and boarding position to anticipate potential gate-checking. Treat ...

You’re a smart packer. You can squeeze all of your belongings into a personal item and carry-on bag. Both pieces comply with the airline’s luggage and fare restrictions. When you test them in the ...

View post: Amazon’s Bestselling Snow Cleats With 'Solid Grip' Are On Sale for as Little as $15 Right Now Southwest Airlines’ “Bags Fly Free” policy may not be dead yet, but it’s only going to be ...

I still remember the day I was flying solo with a toddler and an infant—right as the baby unleashed an epic diaper blowout at 30,000 feet. Somewhere over Kansas, I found myself fashioning a makeshift ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. As an avgeek and frequent traveler, I usually have a pretty good sense of when my carry-on bag isn’t going to make it with me onto ...

Southwest speaks after creating controversy. Just before the start of summer, Southwest Airlines instituted its new bag policy, which was previously announced in March. “For reservations booked and ...

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