One Bag Under the Seat (5 Luggage Options)
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- Only One Bag Under the Airplane Seat (5 Luggage Options)
Today I am sharing 5 carry-on luggage choices for travelers who need one bag to fit under their seat in an airplane. You may travel on Spirit Airlines or on United Airlines in Basic Economy and you are allowed only one bag. Business travelers and leisure travel subscribers have asked me about the types of luggage I would recommend for when you can only travel with one bag that fits under the seat. This video will show you the dimensions of each luggage with two tiny tips at the end that will make a huge impact when you are allowed to take only one bag. #onlyonebag #carryononly #spiritairlines #basiceconomy
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I fly Spirit and frontier often. I always wear a small cross body - I just wear it with the purse part against my back and throw a cardigan on. NO ONE has ever seen it or said a word 😊
Great tips! Thank you for watching!
that's the WAY to DO it! thanks for this tip.
I have done the EXACT same thing!
I was just thinking of doing that or a Fanny pack
@Wade Ahmed that's creepy and toxic. Get a life
Frontier has the same under-seat bag dimensions as Spirit: 18 x 14 x 8. My husband and I took a 5-day trip to visit family with just our “school-size” backpacks (18 x 14 x 7), including a few small gifts for three people. I packed my small crossbody purse in my bag. We did do a load of laundry halfway through, and we wore our heaviest clothes on the plane. I was pretty proud of us! I had watched several of your videos before our trip, and your packing tips helped A LOT-thanks!!
Oh yay! Yes, doing laundry would help so much! Thanks for watching.
Thank you for this video! I love that you have so many options and ideas for packing ultra light!! Love it!
Thanks for watching. I just added one more that my friend who I trust uses.
Thanks for your videos. They’re a great help! I am actually on a trip right now & flew Spirit with just a small backpack and had a med size wristlet packed in it. Then I just pulled it out once on the plane. Easy peasy.
Awesome!
Always helpful and informative info in your videos! Thank you!!!!💖
Thank you for watching!
Fabulous!!! This is exactly what I needed
Watching your videos again, always so helpful and informative! Keep them coming please!!!
Thank you! Will do!
Omg I love the backpack where the opening is against your back. Such a smart idea and perfect for the places I'll be traveling. Thanks for recommending!
It's a beautiful bag. I have size large.
When I came from China Qatar allowed me a good sized duffel bag, a backpack and my small crossbody purse. I only had my passport, chapstick, tissue, and a pen in it so it wasn't too full. I kept most of your tips in mind when I was packing and it really made a difference. Thanks for sharing.
That makes me so happy! Thanks for watching.
Thank you for all your tips. Although I’ve flown before, I’ll be flying alone soon and am nervous. Your tips really help ease the anxiety. I’m trying to tell myself-“Keep calm and travel on”.
I am so glad these tips helped!
Another tip: there are infinity scarves that have built-in zippered pockets that allow you to store stuff. Some of them can fit a bunch of stuff--wallet, passport, keys, phone, etc.
Yes, I mentioned those in the Pickpocketing video. One more area for storage is always good. Thanks for watching!
I have also seen socks and a bra stash thing
I have an infinity scarf with a pocket, it's a wonderful travel companion
My infinity scarf has the zippered pocket and also included an inflatable neck roll.
I have spent 4 weeks in Europe with only 1 sleepwear, 1 fleece sweater, 1 raincoat, 2 socks, 1 pr walking shoes, 1 pr sandles, 6 underwear, 2 bras, 2 tunics (long enough to act as dresses in hot weather), 2 leggings (to go under the tunics in cold weather) and 6 shirts. That is it! Roll everything. It will fit in a backpack or small carryon suitcase. Most of Europe and airbnb have laundry facilities. Some discount airlines do not allow the second carry-on bag so you need room in the main carry-on. I take an empty backpack and wear it under a coat for extras.
Yes, you can pack light if you're smart.
I take less than that for 3 months!
Thank you for your videos. I traveled via United Economy for a 6 day conference and was able to pack 4 separate outfits, swimsuit w/coverup, conference materials, toiletries, iPad, phone, chargers, book, and sleepwear all in the 1 Personal Item. I had a very small purse stowed inside so I could attend sessions those essentials.I wore a sweater and light jacket which doubled as a blanket for the flight. I was thankful for your tips.
Oh wow! Way to go. What item did you use? Don't leave a link but could you tell us the name? So proud of you.
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie not really sure...It was a tote with a zipper and it had several outside zipped pockets. It could be no more than 11" tall, 15" long and 9" wide. I took out the padded inside divider as it would've been over the 11" tall. I was so worried about having it "pass"; however, the ticketing agent also had to be the gate agent too and we'd already had such a happy conversation that I think she didn't even check. Again thanks love your TH-cam videos.
Hi Laurie! As always thank you for the great tips.
Thanks for watching, my faithful subscriber!
I've always managed to wear a cross body bag on my flights. I had one (faux leather that now has worn out!) that was a 8x6x2. No one seemed to mind me. I need a new one. I do like your fanny pack idea used as a crossbody. Thanks for the visual tip on the size for the under the seat bag. I just bought a new "Euro Flight Bag" which is 14x12x7. Phew. So glad that to know that it will fit. Now to go somewhere!
Yes, let's go! Thanks for watching.
Always love your videos, thank you
Thank you, Mary.
Your tips are great! I follow them to the T and have never had a boarding issue or storage issue. These tips really make traveling much easier. I often observe people as the find their seat and watch as they try to stuff BIG shoulder bags in the over head compartment, which is barely enough space for a jacket on some of the smaller 3 seats to a row planes. Once a young lady started to lose the contents of her extremely large bag as she tried to stuff it in the overhead. I wanted so badly to lean over and suggest she subscribe to your video! Thanks again!
Yes, a zipper is a must!
Great info Laurie! ❤️
Thanks for watching!
Great tips as always Laurie!👍😁
Thanks so much!
wish i had more time to binge watch more of your videos but times up we leave tomorrow for our trip to cancun . i think i've watched enough to get us through not looking like newbies Thanks for all you do :)
I'm so happy for y'all! Enjoy the weather and food and relaxation!!! Thanks for watching!
Can you review some wheeled backpack options. Would love to know what you think
I have not traveled since 1998. I have so much to learn! Ugh! Thank you for your channel! Hi from Arkansas!
Welcome!
Thank you!
Thank you so much for these realistic tips!! Looking forward to using these 👍😊
Thanks again!
Loved this video! See you next time! ❤️ Suzy
I Love your video's!! Thank You!
Thanks so much Michele.
Thanks for taking time to share tips.
Thank you for watching!
Hi Laurie, I like your videos. Lots of great information. we travel international yearly and domestic as well and we have been for more than 30 years. Except during the pandemic off course.
I wear a RooSport that I love! It holds my id, passport, phone, cash, lip stick & more! You can barely feel you have it on & nobody can see it. Recently wore it on my round trip flights to Paris from LA & it was so comfortable. I love the peace of mind knowing these items are always on me.
Yes, I totally agree. I'll look that up! Thanks for watching!
Sheryl, I do have something similar-the magnet is super strong!
Thanks for the advice 👍
Thank you for watching!
The oldies are definitely the goodies, cause I STILL have that older black pack to travel with!! It has more travel miles than the highest standard perks!😁
I find that using a Columbia jacket three in one, especially in the winter months is really handy in carrying my iPad Air, iPad mini, phone and other little things to maximize my packing space! Even in the summer the outer layer with all those pockets come in real handy!
Love my weekender bag
Now I remember this post about the 16 inch. And I purchased the infinity scarf you recommended. Also picked up a denim coat at Chico's that will cover my fanny "pack". It has deep pockets and internal deep pockets. I have flown with Spirit once. (As my mother would say "twice, my first and last time" ) Keep up the great tips! My husband needs to hear the tip about upgrading~
Hi! Thank you for watching and for letting me know about your items. Not sure if the upgrading tip has changed.
Thank you so much 😊
You're welcome 😊
Thank you for the tips. Have you considered doing a review on travel vests such as Scottevest, destinations travel vest (HSN), Rufus Roo, etc?
Hi, I did one on the jacket-which I still have. Since I do not travel like that, I don't think I would be helpful. Thank you for watching!
Great information, my friend
Thanks for watching, Kathleen.
You are awesome.
Thank you so much Mam.
Thank you for the great tips as usual Laurie. This info will come in handy for our upcoming US trip.
Greetings from South Africa
Hi Alicia!
I love my small cross body / phone case bag, but have been told twice by gate agents to remove it and put it in one of my bags before they let me board... so, as you said, make sure you have room to quickly put it in one of your other bags.
Pooey! Someone said to wear it so it drapes down your back. Thanks for watching!
Great tips as always. I always have to fly in class that allows carryon plus personal. Can’t fit my stuff in one small bag 😊
Absolutely!!
I bought a Scotty vest which I will wear under my sweater or jacket on the airplane. I can fit everything that I would put in my purse and more in the Scotty vest and still be comfortable. I also make a Scotty hoodie that has lots of pockets. They are a bit pricey, but I consider it worth it. Thank you for all your tips.
Yes!! thank you for covering this. i have a spirit flight for a 5 day trip soon.
Hope it goes smoothly! And have fun!
Hi. My name is Jeanetta and I’m a huge fan and have watched almost every video.
Hi Laurie, just found your videos. Very well done. My husband is also a retired pilot but we were both in the Army and have mastered the ranger roll over 20+ years each. I'll race you any day! I use a Tumi for under the seat because inevitably, there is an electrical box taking up the space for my bag and I have to "squish" around it.
Hahaha yes, the ranger roll is slow as molasses for me. Is the Tumi a backpack? Thanks for watching and happy retirement!
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie The TUMI is a small duffle/gym bag style, very flexible. The secret to the roll: after you make the pocket (at the hem) and fold the left and right sides in ... I'm doing all this sitting on the floor .. the shirt is between my legs, fingers on the neck and ...... my heals on the pocket end ... I can pull and roll faster than you are rolling and smoothing.
I had good use of your travel tips when I went to genealogical conferences in Amsterdam and London last fall. I went with a suitcase and 1 backpack and I came back with the same suitcse and 3 different backpacks(But that isa story in itself ;).
Ooh, did you have to check any bags? Hope you get to go again soon. Thanks for watching.
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie : Well I had to weight them. And I did not take the small suitcase wth me into the cabin. I was in no great hurry and the Airlines (KLM) are always glad to have as little luggage as possble in the overhead compartments over the seats.
before I went to Amsterdam I bougt a little backback for the computer.
But already on the flight to Amsterdam it turned out to be to small. So during the waiting time at Shippool Airport i bougt a somewhat bigger backback. When I got to the RootstechLondon conference. they gave each participants a backpack !!! That is how I ended up with Three ;).
My understanding was absolutely no upgrade from basic economy. We got tricked into those tickets by travel service now we can not take a carry-on. But I will definitely check. Thanks.
When I travel I wear pants with deep pockets, a jacket with pockets, a flip belt (amazon) an Infinity scarf with a zipper hidden pocket (Amazon). If possible I wear a top with pockets, although those are harder to find. My husband wears a nice fishing vests that has many pockets. At Security you just put it in the bin with the rest of your clothing and voila.
I do the same - always buy and wear clothes with the most pockets - even leggings!
Super smart! Now I need to make another video. I just saw the shirt on Amazon when choosing RFID things. Thanks for watching.
So smart!
I travelled to Ireland with the Infinity Scarf - it was AWESOME!!
Exactly what I do with my cameras, power bank, sunglasses, passport, snacks all on either a fishing vest or Amazon Amazon travel trench coat with multi pockets. Now I even plan to hide my cash, credit card with an whisk ban with hidden pockets + an arm band design to take to the gym to keep my phone!
I'm obsessed with jujube bags and pouches for everyday and travel. Its a brand that's meant to be a diaper bag so all of their stuff is washable! Also its made out of squishy fabric so they're very packable. My favorites are the be quick (I use this as a packing cube and purse at my destination) the be zealous backpack and I fold a superbe in there to use as my extra tote/packable bag.
Thank you for sharing!
I always carry a small cross body and have only been told once at the gate that I had to put it in my backpack or check a bag. I of course crammed it into my backpack. 😊
Yay! We're so good at cramming, aren't we? Thanks for watching!
Just wear a sweatshirt over it to conceal it. As long as it isn't too thick, it won't "print" through the sweatshirt, and no one will notice.
Love your videos! I’m flying united in a week. I was under impression that you can have a personal bag like a purse or a backpack and one carry-on? Just nervous I want to make sure that they don’t turn me away. Thank you so much for all your help!!
Hi just make sure you did not buy the basic economy ticket. Google United + carryon requirements
Thanks
Laurie,
In advance , I pack overnight items into a two sided compression bag with a handle to pull out of my underseater luggage in the event that it gets gate checked . That way I have my essentials in case the gate checked bag disappears .
Love this tip!
Macabi trekking skirt has capacious pockets. I also wear a SCOTTeVEST with pockets.
Ooh, I am looking that skirt up. Thank you for watching.
TravelTipsbyLaurie Check the “in the field” photos on their website which traveling customers send in. I have several different colors. The short slim version one is mid-calf on me (5’2”). There is a zip security pocket and an inner iPhone 6-size pocket. They are cooler than cropped pants in hot weather and you can wear leggings or knee socks and silk short johns in cold weather. They easily dry overnight when washed. I once had a glass of red wine spilled in my lap in Sicily-no stain and just mopped it up with napkins and I didn’t even have to wash it! The beauty of supplex nylon as a travel fabric!
Buy something at a gift shop, ask for a large bag and use it as a xtra bag. Gate agents will think you just went shopping at the airport and won’t have a issue
This right here is brilliant! Thanks for watching.
ABSOTUTALUTELY!! I'm a veteran for THAT!!🤭☑️
Yes! I always get my toiletries after security and use the bag for my handbag/purse x
I did that this weekend! 👍
Your hacks are very great mam. I have an international flight this week and I have learned a great deal from your channel 😁Thank you for these great videos🥰
I don't know how I missed this comment. Sorry for the delay. How did it go?
Going on United in april this was super helpful
Oh awesome! Do you remember what kind of ticket you bought? Thanks for watching!
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie the low budget ones economy i believe
When I wear a black 'bum' bag / crossbody bag with the built in belt loop, I use the bag's removable trap as my belt. Just adjust it to my waist size and thread it through the back loop. That way I don't have to wear black belt - or pack a black belt! Works for other fave colors, too. I LOVE convertible 'bum' / crossbody bags - it's just hard to find attractive ones.
Smart! Good to hear from you again!
I wore my crossbody bag as a Fanny pack when we flew Spirt and Frontier last month, and it was fine😊
Awesome!
I used a crossbody bag in my last RT flight with Spirit plus my personal item (backpack) with NO problem
Oh good! Thanks for watching.
Thanks for your tips. I had a Delta agent tell me that my CPAP counted as a personal item, but that she would "allow" me to go to security with it. I did not argue and thanked her. I had already read on the TSA website that it was medical and not personal item and I also asked myTSA (as you suggested) that verified it. I had no problem with TSA at all. I wish all were on the same page!
I see how that could happen. I really do not think airlines count that as part of your luggage. I know United and SW do not thankfully. Thanks for watching!
Thanks!
Thanks for watching! Now of course I've found tons more to try out.
I’ve been watching your videos for travel, I’m going to WDW Resort in November, and giving good ideas, I’m traveling with a walker ...
Oh nice! Beautiful time to go too. Be careful for the people on the scooters...they can be so pushy lol.
Belt bags come in many stylish options now, if that's a concern lol
Great video
That would be a concern if I was a man! Thanks!
Another option are bags from Lug..I just flew on Frontier personal item only .The Puddle Jumper fit under the seat and holds a lot.
Yes, I think their crossbody is the one I mentioned. Thanks for watching!
I just got the “Via” bag. I hope it will work.
You give great tips, but goodness you drag out a lot of what you’re saying please go faster in future I need the information I’m multitasking.
You are SUPER! I have learned so much ❤️❤️
Sorry about that
I have an Amazon Basics carryon roller bag. It,fits under the seat and holds a lot. Highly recommend
Yes! So glad you can attest.
I have one of those weekender bags and I love it. I haven’t used it yet. It seems so huge. Have you ever had a problem with yours on a smaller plane? It seems like it should be able to squish under the seat if I don’t pack it too full, but would the airlines look at it that way?
It has fit every plane even the 50 seater ones. It's cavernous but not bulky under the seat. Thanks for watching, Cindy.
This is an awesome video! I have a tiny wallet that has purse strings. So its a "crossbody" wallet that only fits my phone and passport. Perfect for those single item travel trips.
Oh, yes! If only I'd kept all those purse straps for my tiny wristlets and wallets. Thanks for watching.
@traveltips Laurie - you can buy replacement straps on Amazon
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie definitely. Everything always comes back around in style. I also Wish I had known.
Great tips (specially the upgrade one!)...is there a link for the black and white weekender bag? Thanks!
Hi! Thanks for watching! The link is in the description box now: amzn.to/2SrU0kY
My number 1 pet peeve when traveling is seeing other women in the airport with their carry-on bag, a "personal item" AND a ginormous tote (usually their Louis Vuitton Neverfull). Then when you get on the plane they put both bags in the overhead bin and keep the tote with them. And the flight attendants never say anything. And then there's never enough room for people who board after them to put their bags in the overhead space and they end up having to check them. And I see men all the time who put their backpack (personal item) in the overhead bins even though there are a million announcements to put them under the seat. Again, nobody says anything to them. And later people who board are screwed out of space.
Thanks for mentioning that you will not consider weight in this video. It makes your videos make more sense to us who use low-cost carriers with severe limitations.
They really are severe. Thank you for watching!
Thank you for sharing all your tips..my next flights will have to be carry on only (American Airlines) I injured my arm so I really need to be mindful of distributing the weight I'm so happy that you showed these underseat options! thank you
Hi Julie. You can always get a wheelchair right when you get out of your car. For my mom, we put it on our reservation for special needs. Seriously, you will need help. I would also tell/ask the gate agent when you get to the gate if there is someone who can help you with your bag. My mom sometimes has a hard time putting on a backpack; but if you loosen the straps alot that may help. Thanks for watching!
Another helpful video. I have my doubts that I could stow all my gear in one under the seat bag for a four or five day trip. I need a bag just for my beauty aids and tech gear.😊
Haha! I agree. It's worth the $25 to pay for the carry-on freedoms to me. But I understand some cannot.
I was assuming she was only talking about what you carry on to the plane and that there would also be a checked bag. Did I miss something?
It CAN be done. I travel 'heavy'. But I practiced and purged and purged some more until I could fit my wallet, my beauty aids, and tech gear in a medium size zip pouch. Fyi, my beauty aids are minimal: Chapstick, lipstick, lotion and SPF in summer. Took years of experimenting with different wallets, purses, bags and pouches, but I finally got it! Pouch is: 9" x 6" x 2" with a clear plastic front and opaque nylon back. I found it in a lot of makeup pouches for sale on eBay years ago...contents: phone, camera, mini zippered wallet with card holder, DIY purse insert/caddy with 1 Chapstick, 1 lipstick, 1 travel lotion, compact mirror, satin travel tissue envelope with tissue AND biz cards, small nylon pouch (for Ricola, travel size eye drops, and 1 tea packet). In summer, I add sunglasses in slim pouch, SPF travel packets and 'Bite' Stick.
I live in the UK & fly a lot in Europe. I've often carried a small handbag over my arm & then put my winter coat over it so it hides the bag. In Europe it's also allowed to carry an airport shopping bag onto the plane in addition to your luggage so I've emptied my bag out, put it in the bottom of my shopping carrier bag (make sure you get one when you shop at the airport), put my handbag contents in then any shopping on top.
Such great travel hacks! Thank you!
I did Wow to Europe in a weekend bag in 2018. It worked but I over packed and also bought gifts there. The crossbody strap is killer after 40 lbs. Next time, school backpack and some laundry soap lol.
Lessons learned by experience are never forgotten.
4:21 Hi Laurie I love how your videos are based on your experience. There’s a similar bag to the TravelPro bag called the Underseat Pro. The difference is that the Underseat Pro
1. dimensions fit Spirit & Frontier airline personal bag requirements
2. can hold a 17” laptop
3. Multifunctional (can be used more frequently as a business bag or anyone who doesn’t want to carry weight on their shoulders / back
4. Has many compartments for organization
5. Can fold up when not in use (space saving)
I saw it on another TH-cam channel. I hope you will consider reviewing it on your channel in the future.
Hi, I can recommend @breakawayonabudget because she has worked with them before.
The quilted crossbody bag you have on your list - although nice looking - would be kinda fat to have to stuff into your under seat bag. I have a couple of non quilted smaller anti-theft bags that work best for me. Travelon and Pacsafe carry bags with non-slash straps and rfid protection in several sizes. When I use one of my small crossbody bags for a flight, I pack a larger (fabric) tour bag to use while sightseeing.
Thanks for watching! That's a great idea to have one for sightseeing.
We fly spirit exclusively because they’re so cheap! If you go to the airport, they wave their “Passanger usage fee” aka online booking fee! I’m going tomorrow to book our flight and I’ll save $45 a person, round trip just by driving to the airport. We have the American Tourister 4 Kix Softside Luggage, Pink, Underseater. They are absolutely perfect for spirit! We’ve been asked to size check them so many times and they fit perfectly. We’ve had people ask us what brand they are after seeing us size check them 🙂
Courtney, you need to shout this tip from the rooftops! Love knowing about the fee and the suitcase. Thanks so much!
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie we’ve flown spirit for years! I know all their tricks. I was just buying new shirts for our trip and told the cashier about our $16.01 one way airfare I just booked today. 3 customers and 2 cashiers gathered around for a impromptu Spirit Airlines crash course haha!
Airfare was $39 one way online. $16.01 at the airport 🥳 2 people round trip for $64.04. Can’t beat that with a stick!
Can you buy the Spirit ticket @ the airport for a future flight or is it only for a same day flight ?
Also, where did you get buy your American Touristor luggage ?
@@skycamfamxx3647 nope! It’s whenever you want to travel! Doesn’t have to be same day tickets.
Amazon 🥰 They are sold out or almost sold out. I found new personal item luggage from underseat pro that I love!
hi Laurie...as an Aussie who's circumnavigated around the world I found it was cheaper to pay for my checked luggage to fly domestic that to mail it home..when you're allowed 2 check on bags of 25kg's for international but none for domestic (unless paying extra for them) it works out way cheaper than FedEx or your US postal service...whilst in NYC I hoofed it to the nearest FedEx from my accommodation to find out how much for the extra stuff I'd accumulated when travelling around the UK prior to the States...FedEx wanted to charge me $300 for a fold up handbag bag and it's contents weighing LESS than a 1kl...it cost me less than $150 to take it all with me around the states I was visiting...
Yes, "weigh" the costs lol.
Hello my name is Angie Ryan and I enjoy watching your videos
Thank you!!
Have you reviewed the Neweex backpack? Do you think, if it isn't fully packed, it would meet the personal item dimensions?
Great tips!
I've flown Frontier and Allegiant both and carried a cross body. I put the bare minimum in it so it remained flat but have never been stopped.
Good to know. Thanks for letting people know and thanks for watching.
I flew delta in aug of 2020 and I was aloud to take a crossbody as well as my carryon and my personal bag
Love it when they do not notice! Thank you for watching!!
Hello! Just wondering I have flight next month with United airlines basic economy. First time flying with them I'm interested in purchasing that weeknder bag will that for sure work? The measurements seem a little different than what they allow of the personal item. P.S. I love your videos thanks advance!
Yes you can! Oh, it will definitely fit because it can smush and squish. It's really great. You'll be completely fine. I've used it in the 50 seater planes and it fits just fine with extra space. Have so much fun!
One thing that so many videos like this don't mention: get a compression bag. It's a massive 2x3' ziploc style bag. Stuff your shirts inside and then roll up one end. It forces out all the air and you have a LOT more space to put in your bag. I have used one for years and it has been a life saver. I have so far never found a hotel without a working iron so wrinkles aren't much of a concern for me.
Hi, I used to use one. To me the ziploc one was loud and weird trying to store. I now love and use compression cubes by Tripped: bit.ly/3EdPzBv
There are several under seat roller bags that are ok on Spirit and other restrictive carriers. Just have to search and measure. I found one at a thrift shop for 8 bucks! One of these with a fanny pack is plenty for a several day trip.
Now I want to get a bunch of other ones to test for people! Thanks for watching!
Hi Laurie, I am retired pilot and your tips are great. Going to Travel on Lufthansa, tight on their baggage requirements, carry on bag is 21x15x9, weight is 17.5 lb, personal carry on is 15x11x4 inches. If you have been on Lufthansa, maybe you could relate you experience with the above. Tks
Thank you so much! These dimensions for under the seat sound so wrong. But I know that is what is in print. It's a normal under seat area so any backpack would be fine.
I'll be watching your videos a lot the next few weeks. I had to postpone my Chicago trip because I got my Covid vaccine today and it's a two shot Pfizer so I don't get the second one till April 1st. That part made me laugh for some reason cause it being April fools day. Hahaha!
Oh that's so funny Melissa! Hope it went well. Sorry I missed this comment somehow.
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie The vaccine went ok. I’ve been in Illinois almost a month. Things are good.
We will fly aa. From Myrtle to either Atlanta or to Charlotte. And off to Jamaica. We have a underseat bag like u have and a personal tote bag that has a sleeve to fit over the handle of the case. We have had no trouble at all.
Have a beautiful time!!
OMG going to Iceland. There were 3 of us traveling from TX to Newark on United......we didn't want to pack our parkas in our checked luggage SO....we found on youtube how to roll up a parka for your carryon luggage. It worked, and our carryon were Adidas backpacks! But let me tell you, I was sweating bullets lol! The flight from Newark to Keflavik on Icelandair, they were much more lenient.
Oh wow. Ima look that up. How was Iceland???? Any travel tips for that airport or getting around?
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie We did Gate 1 tours. But next time (I hope) I would like to rent a car. Iceland was super fantastic, worth checking out for sure, more and more excursions are popping up (like walking on a glacier) neat villages to visit, super cool currency with sea creatures on them. Perlan museum, Blue Lagoon, most southern town of Vik...so much to do and buy ;)
Nice video, It doea get confusing with all of the diffferent regulations per each airline.
Yes they do; but if you know yours by googling luggage requirements and that airline, it should pull them right up. Here is the only one I have found for Spirit: bit.ly/3dzWLL6
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie Thank you.
Osprey Porter 30L Travel Pack; 19.5 x 13 x 10; cinches down easily; 2 lbs 12 Oz empty; fits under commuter plane seats; harness and hip belt stow into self; clamshell style
Thanks so much for sharing and watching!
Hello there . I watch your videos all the time . Please tell me where I can purchase a fanny pack like the one you use. I do learn alot from you. Thank you
Thanks for watching, Dana. In the description box is everything I talk about. You can find it by clicking Show More or an upside down triangle. I bought the black one: amzn.to/2UxLX8R
We flew front the east coast to west coast and were allowed only one bag. I had no problem at all with my little crossbody bag.
Oh yay! Thank you fro watching!
I was just reviewing my flight time changes on a certain budget airline that will be taking me to the airport for my international flight. Thank goodness I did! I saw that one has to pay to take a carry-on bag other than one's personal bag! Because I really didn't want to suffer the pain in the @ of checked luggage retrieval, I paid the extra fee so I could have my tiny (18" tall) carry-on as well as my tinier underseat backpack. Not amused - but this is travel in 2022.
You are correct and you will get it your vacation woohoo!! Have fun!
I have a little 'bag' that fits under my clothes, works great and when you get on plane they don't see it at all.
Awesome! What is it called? Do not send a link or YT will ban the comment as spam. Thank you for watching!
I will have to see if I can find something on it, I've had it for many years, it will hold passport, money, credit cards, probably about 5" x 7" in size. I can either wear it around neck, cross body or around waist and tuck in my slacks. I honestly don't remember where I got it, before Amazon lol.
Wow. I didn’t know this about TH-cam. Is TH-cam run by China?
I’ve had Allegiant weigh my carryon many times, but they never weigh the personal items.
I flew Spirit and Frontier ONLY once and swore off it, no matter how cheap. I fly Southwest if Southwest flies the destination, I get 2 FREE check in baggages or I fly American using Citicard American Advantage and get one free check in baggage
Great to know your benefits. We found a seat on United was the cheapest last minute this past weekend to Boston.
Another idea if you’re traveling light is multi pocket jacket or vest. And by multi pocket, I mean multi! It can comfortably hold everything I usually carry in my purse (and I’m not a small purse kind of gal), including cell phone and iPad without looking bulky. I have a vest and a windbreaker by Scottevest and trade off depending on weather. There are several other brands that will also work.
Oh, yes, I completely forgot about that option! Thanks for watching!
Many foreign carriers only allow 1 item for their economy and premium economy passengers. Since I am packing in carryon luggage, it is important to pack a crossbody bag with all you inflight essentials that I can grab before I stow my carryon in the overhead. We are planning to fly Emirates premium economy soon.
Have a beautiful time!