Baggage
Baggage rules and baggage problems
Baggage causes more travel stress than almost anything else: what fits in the cabin, what it costs to check a bag, what happens to skis or a pet carrier, and who to talk to when a suitcase does not appear on the belt.
The guides here cover the general principles. Allowances and fees are set by each airline and often depend on the fare you bought, so your booking confirmation is always the final reference.
Baggage guides
Carry-On Baggage Basics
Cabin bag sizes, personal items, liquids rules and what belongs in your carry-on rather than the hold.
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Checked Baggage: What Travelers Should Know
Allowances, weight and piece concepts, baggage tags, restricted items and how to pack a checked bag sensibly.
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What to Do About Lost or Delayed Baggage
Step-by-step: reporting a missing bag at the airport, tracking it, claiming expenses and handling damage.
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Traveling With Sports Equipment
Skis, golf clubs, bicycles and surfboards: how airlines treat special baggage and how to pack it safely.
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Flying With Pets and Special Baggage
In-cabin pets, pets in the hold, approved carriers, documentation and planning ahead with the airline.
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