New data shows travelers are increasingly checking bags as fees feel normal, airline cards waive costs, and packing light ...

From size rules to materials, learn when to carry on or check—and shop our top suitcases, sets and travel essentials for ...

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, ...

Major U.S. airlines have started charging at least $5 more for checked bags since the beginning of 2024. This increase was to help offset rising costs and also help generate more revenue. Consequently ...

Choosing the best checked luggage that combines durability, functionality, price and style is no easy feat. So, we tested a handful of checked bags from popular brands to find the ones that are worth ...

The damage was so bad, you'll have to see it to believe it.

For many travelers, checking luggage is non-negotiable. Checking a bag can make a trip easier in some ways: It frees up your hands, and rather than lugging your belongings in and out of the plane ...

FORT WORTH, Texas -- Checking a bag on American Airlines will now cost you more than at every other major US airline. The carrier announced Tuesday that the price of the first checked-bag on most ...

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We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Maria Adelmann Maria Adelmann is a writer covering travel. She once left on a ...