Gotta say: thankful for the 10% discount & I am going to give the Bento Bag a try, BUT the Nomad Lane company has some questionable practices on their website. A $9.99 upcharge for the privilege of expedited shipping and when you get to the shipping, it’s nothing special-just the usual expensive as hell shipping plus it is the only way you get an increase to 15% off which wipes out a good portion of your discount. Then their return policy, which isn’t easy to locate, is quite complicated AND DOESN’T APPLY TO HAWAII AND ALASKA RESIDENTS. I sure hope i like the bag and don’t have to return it. You might consider having someone else affiliate with your channel. They seem borderline shady to me.
7:15 One of the main reasons why there's never enough room in the overhead baggage compartment is people are putting their carry-on and personal items up there so the people who board later won't have any room for their carry-on.
We just had that happen last weekend, we were in the 9th row. My husband was pissed. I remember a long time ago it was fun to fly. You didn’t have to get to the airport an hour ahead of time and could check your bag curbside.
@@calgal8915 I remember the good old days of running to the gate about 2 minutes before it closed!! I used to take the NY/Boston shuttle all the time. It really was like taking a cab across town. A few times they even held it for me, when I was sure I missed it (and really should have LOL). Now, we get cattle prodded along, and I don't trust only an hour anymore SMH
I am extremely impressed at how airlines can continually come up with more and more sleezy ways to make traveling more expensive, less convenient and less comfortable. If NASA put that much effort and innovation into space exploration, we'd have a base on Pluto.
It has a lot to do with flyers choosing the discount airlines which charge for features which the mainline airlines do not. If flyers always choose the cheapest then the overall level of service will decline. It’s just economics.
Not defending airlines, but tickets are cheaper than. 25 years ago. In 1997, I paid $1500 for a flight flight to Seoul. In June I paid $950 for the same flight, but with no checked luggage. Adjusted for inflation, I am paying much less than half the 1997 price.
The problem begins with travelers. People will bring 5 items onto a plane and try and put most in the overhead bin. Then others can put their rollerboards in the bin. Then FAs have to play Tetris or find a spot for or check the bags. This creates unnecessary delays while boarding. If people followed the rules, we would not be here. I have flown other interline carriers and they have strict rules and they work. Some places won’t even allow you to line up and crowd the boarding gate of it’s not your zone. Nor can people deplane when they want to, the FA will deplane three rows at a time. I said all that to say that people ruin everything.
"Including" means the price of the ticket has to go up to cover the costs. Why should I pay a higher ticket price if I don't have the need or desire for a checked bag?
In Australia we haven't had to take anything out of our bags for a long time now! We just put our bags as they are on the converyor belt and send it through
@@qsitaactually Melbourne and Sydney airports both have in excess of 22 million passengers transit through them every year which is not as many as LAX , but is certainly more than many US airports.
Its now nearly 2025 and IMHO it is a farce that we are still restricted to 100ml liquid sizes in a small bag. The rules were clear, that airports had until mid 2022 to implement newer technology. They haven't and passengers are suffering. Carry-on sizes have been clear for years but sadly aurlines aren't consistently enforcing them. I've found it better to fly with a checked bag and keep my carry-on as small as possible
Why are you even carrying TINY BOTTLES OF anything???? Your hotel has shampoo, drug stores have small bottles, your friends or AirBnB have toiletries... What is your fetish?
Maybe more people would be comfortable checking their luggage if airlines didn’t lose it so easily. That’s one big reason why I always bring carry on luggage.
I frequently fly with declared, checked firearms. For that reason I must use checked luggage. The use of GPS tracking devices and Air Tags solves a lot of the issues. I also make my way up to the gate, and actually watch the baboons load the luggage into the plane before boarding.
Or having things stolen. My son-in-law (an inexperienced traveler) put $8000 in a checked bag only to find it missing when he got home. It was a dumb move on his part, but it's still an issue.
They are REALLY cracking down on the weight of the carry on luggage. I got hit hard with my duty free liquor. I got around it by putting some of it in my wife's carry on. I put it in her carry on after her luggage was weighed. They literally watched me do it too and didn't day a thing.
@@PortableProfessional This was in Warsaw, Poland. I hear it is also being done at other smaller European Airports. It was a first for us! We've been at that airport before and they did not do it.
When possible, just choose the road trip over flying. In many cases it will be about the same amount if time wasted by traveling to the airport to arrive hours before you can board. Followed by waiting on the tarmac for takeoff, actual flight time and then waiting to arrive at the gate, deplane and bags and getting to where you need to be. In the end you will have your car and full control over your schedule. Please consider doing the math and conserving fuel.
Let's not forget the fact that there are layovers, no guarantee that the flight you booked will even be according to schedule, or that your seat will even be available as they love to OVERBOOK flights, and then leave you in the lurch, scrambling to get to your destination. I'm done with the airlines, TSA, and FAA bullshit.
And disadvantage other passengers by filling up the luggage bins. In all my travels, I’ve found American to be the most lax in enforcing the correct size for carry on luggage.
Really find your observations and recommendations very useful clear and concise. Travel in Europe is hellish if not flying business class. You are spot on---keep up the good work!
The only problem with using the bento bag is having to carry it (not roll it). Often one must walk long distances in an airport. Paris was soooo long a walk. Dallas is a hike. Some passengers cannot carry their luggage for such distances. An older person. Someone with shoulder issues. Health issues. Etc. I am fine carrying mine but my husband is 80 and he struggled last trip with carrying this type of a bag and not having a roller bag.
I recently flew to Edmonton and then back from Calgary. In both cases when I went to print out my baggage tags, I was given a tag for my carry on. Not knowing what this meant, I placed it on my carry on bag. When I got to the plane I was told that meant I HAD to gate check it. I had been pre-selected to check my carry on. The issue I had was that ALL my medication was in my carry on bag! Not only was I denied access to it during the flight but, I was terrified it wouldn’t arrive with me. Not having it would made me very sick, possibly even gotten me hospitalized. I was NOT happy about not being explained that this would happen! When I flew back from Calgary the same thing happened but this time I understood and was prepared. I had time to take out my medication and flight essentials and put them in a tote bag for the flight. So, it wasn’t an issue coming back. But, because so many people are flying carry on only or with carry bags, many more are being forced to check their carry on bags.
So the problem was you. Your meds should always be in your personal item - for that reason! Also, if a bag is gate checked, you get your stuff FIRST, before you even leave the jetway after landing. My friend, that's a whole lot of crying about nothing.
@@kevinadams9468 Actually my medication bag is too big to fit in my personal item bag which is why it was in my carry on. And I also thought it would waiting for me when I got off the plane only to find out Air Canada doesn’t do that, they come out with all the other checked bags. I was really surprised about that since I thought that it would be waiting when I got off the plane as well. So, no the problem was not with me. Had I known I would need to keep my medication in my personal item I would have taken a bigger personal item that would fit it. In NONE of my research did I see that your carry on WOULD be checked even if it had medication in it no matter what.
Why on earth should a correct size and weight carry on bag be forced to check in? There is enough room for all correctly sized carry on bags to fit in the overhead bins. Something is very wrong in the country your’e flying in.
@@elizabethcrowley3321 I completely agree with you! But, it seems there is NOT enough space if everyone brings a carry on. I looked into it and planes were actually not designed with enough overhead space for everyone… and now that so many people are flying carry on only it’s become a real issue.
That's why I like Amsterdam so much. No need to take anything out, body scanner instead of regular detector. If you carry more electronics, or items which may need to be further identified, it would only result in additional check after the scan, which just means that you are asked to open the bag, and let the customs find what looked suspicious at the screening. Occasionally they will also put your bag, or some items through secondary screening. For most of cases: you just put your bag without taking out anything out, and you are good to go. I like Amsterdam transfer, other airports should be like Amsterdam! (and I am not even Dutch!)
I appreciate your videos which I find very informative. I also appreciate that you have found a style top that looks great on you and you seem to stick with it.
I went thru JAX in the precheck lane recently and those new scanners slowed the carry on scanning process waaaaay down, triple the time, in my impression.
I just returned from an overseas trip. I knew about the new carry on rule for international airlines before leaving, so I purchased a smaller carry on than my normal 22" carry on. I was on 3 flights, and I checked each carrier for their new rules. However, while waiting to board a Lufthansa flight in Chicago, even before boarding, they were asking for passports and had a bin to put your carry on in. I am assuming that this line (different than the gate lines) was to make sure everyone put their carry on in their bins. Of course mine was only off about 1/2 inch, so I had to check it. Several passengers who were in line with me waiting to use the carry on bin told me that Lufthansa is the most strict with their new carry on rules. Here's the thing though. I got to the gate early but as it got closer to them announcing they would begin boarding, the line to measure your carry on became very long and they gave it up and stopped measuring the bags.
We flew Lufthansa in June with checked bags & personal items only. The size restrictions for the personal item bags were so small that I ended up making the bags myself so that I could get every inch allowed. (I could find smaller or larger, but not the exact measurements) What I don't understand is that even the commuter sized planes we traveled on had plenty of room for a US personal sized backpack under the seats. So I don't understand why they wanted so small. ah well. I hope they start standardizing everything soon.
Thank you ma'am for another excellent and informative video. Whenever I see a new one from your channel it's always worth the view. I've long used a backpack generally when I travel because of my particular criteria since I am traveling with a disability.
MY PET HATE = the A Holes who have very large back packs that clearly should be hold luggage but just keep them on their backs as they board then take up massively excessive luggage rack space…..AND the airline staff at the gates and boarding door who turn a blind eye instead of insisting the back pack goes into the hold ….
…And then smack us in the head as they whip around to load their roller bag into the overhead bin! I’d love to see he airlines make everyone take those backpacks off before walking down the aisle.
The creator of this channel advocates for using black bags as a means of making them appear smaller, so as to NOT have to check them. Those are the folks who are over-stuffing the overhead buns.
That's what infuriates me, I try to follow the rules and then when I arrive to my seat there is never space because most people don't give a fu..k and bring massive bags which they are allowed to pass, it makes me wonder why I even follow the rules as the ones who broke them are rewarded
@@mariluro5399 - THIS RIGHT HERE!!! I am super, super careful about the size & weight of all my bags but especially my carry-ons since that is correct and polite things to do. I would positively *LOVE* to be able to take the questionable carry-ons and give each piece one good two-handed swing at the owner. If they get knocked out then they get dumped from the flight, freeing up all types of space & likely causing less problems in general because you know if they’re trying to pull a fast one with their carry-ons they’re gonna try it with other stuff too. (Yes I am a cranky old broad who was raised with decent manners & I firmly believe that anyone who has a problem with that can just stuff it😁😉)
Love once again your insight and always ready to help us out especially with seemingly complicated if not frustrating rules on how to pack and the liquids we travel with. We are very careful about this and if possible we just buy items when we arrive at our destination to avoid any other problems. I bought for my next trip a nice London Fog small enough to hold what I need to carry on and will fit under a seat with ease. Again I look forward Megan to all your advice and that wonderful look and personality of yours as well !
Not gonna give up my carry-on backpack! I also travel by train once I get to the EU and UK, so maneuvering around city streets, rail and subway stations and cars is much easier. I am also a budget traveler so I am usually staying in hostels, so i might have to walk a little further. I'm in my 60s and this has worked for me since my first international trip over 35 years ago. Caveat: everyone is different! At the end of the day, it is YOUR vacation/trip. You find what works best for You. I love watching all these travel & packing videos to get ideas on how I might improve my own system, and with videos like this keeping up with industry changes.
@annetteshader8409 I started using the women's Osprey (Fairview 40) this year. I wanted the waist belt as those other ones don't have that. It worked perfect for me! I got the little day pack that can hook on to it to maybe use as my personal item on the plane, but it was too small.
Have to think from airline staff perspective in the US. From my understanding not only are they not paid until the flight is off the ground but they are also rated how long it takes to clear the close the ground. So this means if they look around the waiting gate and see lots of carry on they may start gate check process to help the inevitable issue of no overhead storage available. All of this could've been avoid if airline didn't charge check in fee. The other solution would be assigning overhead bins to only that row of seats. This would keep people honest about their carry on because there always that issue of someone taking up two slots of space or they decide to put both their carryon and personal item into the bin
This has always seemed like the best idea, except it doesn’t allow for the bins that actually blocked by first aid kits and other cabin and crew “stuff”. There is also the allowance for a medical bag that doesn’t count as a carry on, which can be most any size that would still fit in the overhead. I still think there should be a system where perhaps the middle seat was guaranteed an overhead bin slot as a reward for being absolutely miserable for the flight?
@@cachecow That works! Perhaps be need a personal item that covers the armrest so only you can use them? Maybe a table-like item that extends so there is a privacy shield that ends up on their side of the armrest? Really doesn’t need to be that big actually, just so it’s at least very uncomfortable for them to use it?
On a recent trip to Europe, I noted that there was room for six carry on bags for every nine passengers in economy. Because we had booked economy on Air Canada, we were not able to pay for a checked bag. So we played space wars with the other passengers that included “personal items” being put in the overhead bins rather than on the floor as the airline expects, 3 or even 4 items per person rather than the stated two items. The airlines have allowed a mess to be created.
@@vanisle9432 There was a time where no one really worried about lost baggage, well not enough to not check an overnight bag. Yes, they might still carry on an attache case so that the could go to a business meeting with the proper documents but not much else. And yes those were last century and bags still on occasion still were delayed a flight or so.
My airport I fly out of, has the newer technology so you don't have to take anything out of your bag. And thanks to you, I did get TSA precheck. I still can't believe how quick it was. I interviewed on a Friday, and on Monday, I was approved. Off topic, I understand that starting next year, a ETA will be required for going to the UK. I wonder, will I have to get 2 ETA's since I will be going to France as well as the UK? Guess I will find out soon enough. I really enjoy your videos. Even though I travel often, I still always learn something from you.
Since the Uk is no longer in the EU I think your UK ETA is unlikely to be ok for France. The EU ‘visa’ is the ETIAS and is scheduled to come into effect in November, but I’ve heard it may not be fully enforced until early in 2025. Be sure to check this with the websites of both UK and French immigration services before you travel.
I agree with you Megan. We did have to remove our liquids bag flying back from Heathrow in August. Today we saw the gate agent count a neck pillow as a personal item. And I put orange cable ties on the handles of my black roll aboard.
Having flown internationally to Australia last year, the Qantas ticketing agent verified my carry-on bag size and weight after tagging my checked luggage. I had read their baggage rules and bought a smaller carry-on bag to make sure it wasn't a problem.
I travel a fair amount and years ago I opted to stop using luggage and switched to a duffle bag. It's good for 4 to 5 days of businesws casual wear and undergarments, as a man. It saves a lot of hassle chasing luggage when the airport loses or destroys your checked items. Between it and a heavy duty Wenger backpack I can carry everything I need and it inclues 2 laptops, i pad, all the chargers, and essentially I can stop whevever I am and do mobile computing if necessary, even if I am delayed in airports or alternative destinations and in 15 years I have never had to check it, even on smaller regional jets.
My connecting flight home from Japan was on Jetblue (boston to BWI) and lesson learned, I booked my next flight direct to Japan on ANA from Dulles. Because of that experience on Jetblue. People were bringing full size suitcases on board to cram into the overhead bin.
Many thanks for your very informative videos. Had a feeling about the little containers so I left mine behind on the return trip. Good thing because the level of security went up. During my travels I saw that carry-ons with wheels on the outside will end up being checked.
Having returned from an international trip yesterday, it was my experience that there is no standard. Even with the new scanners, you can leave your liquids in your carry-on, only to be separately screened and sampled because the operator "sees" the liquid, but feels compelled to analyze it. Also, a pound of ground coffee in it's sealed foil bag does not x-ray well, and will be pulled for physical examination. Just do not carry liquids, or embrace the hassle. As to carry-on luggage size or number, again, it does not really matter. What does matter is that you sit forward of about the 18th row. After that, the overhead luggage space is full from the travelers ahead of you in line, and you will be forced to check your bag at the entrance ramp. It does not matter how diligent you were in following the rules. Fly first class, business, fake an injury for extra time to board, or be prepared to check your bag.
I was made to check my carry-on in Paris when on way to Italy. The buggers left it behind at the airport. I had no change of clothes for 24 hours. I've learned to put clothes in my personal item bag just in case it ever happens again.
I had trouble with a personal item at CDG. It was light but they even searched the compostable straws I was carrying. Two years later I think I know what he was looking for: The back straps can be stowed and have a metal connector. If he would have but told me what he was looking for I could have help. Security in Mice did tell me, and she’d just missed it. But that turned out not to be the item, a glasses case I bought in Switzerland. That still helped hurry up the search.
I’ve never put my liquids in a small, clear bag. Never even taken them out of my toiletry bag, or taken that bag out of my carryon. And it’s never been a problem.
Flying from Denver to Baltimore in August, I got a look at some pretty big and overstuffed carryons that hardly fit in the overhead bins. I use a carryon that fits under the seat in front of me, plus one shoulder bag. I bring the bare minimum of liquids and buy more of what I need when I get where I'm going. Worked fine for me for a 3-week trip to Colorado, but it was a real pain having to wait for people to haul their giant bags out of the overheads when getting off the plane - I swear, it took ten minutes for me (at the back of the plane) to get off, just because it took people ahead of me so long to get themselves and their stuff together.
I loathe the giant carry ons being taken on the plane. I have been hit on the head, knees and elbows by so many of them. They get caught up on seats and people yank them. It takes people forever to get them up in the overhead and back down again. I check mine just to save myself the hassle and it’s never been lost.
I just ordered the V4 Bento bag from Nomad Lane. We got stuck on an American Airlines flight where we had to check all roller bags because they wouldn’t fit in the overhead compartments. We both have to travel with medicine that can’t be checked so it was an issue. This bag will be perfect. Thank you so much for the suggestion.
Travelled twice in US this summer. Neither time did I have to pull out liquids. I do have TSA Pre-check. As you’re mentioning both airlines we flew insisted on combining separate carry on items with your personal item bag. American and Alaska airlines.
"Since black bags are common you may want to consider adding a distinctive tag or ribbon or some other distinguishing feature to make your easy to spot..." Do large amounts of dog or cat hair count? 😉
I haven’t flown internationally in 10 years, but i have taken umpteen flights out of many airports in multiple states and, literally, not once have i been asked to take liquids out of my carry-on nor see others taking their liquids out. I haven’t even packed all my liquids in a single clear bag in yeeeeears. I don’t understand so many new travel videos continuing to talk about the importance of taking out the single quart size bags of liquids for inspection. I figured the TSA agents are simply experienced enough to recognize what the correct size containers and amount look like as the luggage goes through the x-ray.
I just do one backpack that fits the airline personal bag dimensions for short domestic trips. I do that same bag and check a bag for international flights. I am always one of the last to board so no overhead bin space for me. I have used a ton of your hacks in my packing. Thank you 😊
One that hasn't been mentioned: Get a good 'Fishing Vest' - largely made of mesh (good for hot & sweaty climates), loads of zipper or velcroed pockets inside and outside. And its a worn item of clothing so shouldn't get counted as anything. 'Photographer's vests' are similar but have a slightly different system of pockets. Airlines used to have a locker for business suit coats and the like and I have been - offered - the oportunity to put my coat or vest in there, no demand/direction to use it.
@@Canleaf08 So you truly believe that they catch every contraband when they are looking less fervently? And that banning after the fact works? They’re not trying to keep them out of the precheck line theyre trying to keep them off the plane! Oops I thought you were replying to me, not nomad. His logic is certainly lacking.
😮😮I went to Alaska last summer to visit Family. Fortunately, I was able to pre mail a bunch of luggage ahead of time. I carried only a personal bag with no luggage on the plane. Really sweet.
My favorite "hack" is to wear a jacket or sweatshirt with pockets in which I can put things into as they generally have not counted things that you are wearing on you, as part of your carry-on (as long as it doesn't make you look excessively large) but for example I would put my power bank, and some electronic cables (which can total about 5 lbs) into my jacket pockets). The weight allowance for carry-ons for most European travel is the one thing that I wish they would increase. Many US carriers don't seem to care about the weight to a point (some do limit it to 35-50 lbs, which is a lot anyway) but it seems that most European airlines limit it to just 22 lbs (or 10kg) which is rather restrictive. So it would be nice if they increased this to say 35 lbs (but keep the same overall size, which some the size differences between US and European airlines is not that big in most cases, maybe 1" shorter on the long side of a carry-on is what I saw -- so 21" versus 22" for US domestic carriers). However, if they do standardize the size/weight across all airlines in Europe (and in the US too) it would mean that they would be checking more often and more people might ge caught up in this. Of course just following the guidelines whatever they are at the time, is the best route to avoid paying for checked bags unless it's one of those small CRJ planes which most bags (even small carry-ons) have to be checked anyway but usually free of charge in many cases since they are gate checked or checked as you board the plane). On my way to Europe, some couple had packed what appeared to be about a 1 litre jug of juice they had just purchased, which had to be thrown away (they were not happy, but I'm thinking "you know the rules, and you can buy one when you get to your destination".)
Last international trip they weighed my carryon and it was too heavy. So i put a bunch of things in my pockets, made the weight limit and then put everything back in luggage including my jackets out of site of the gatekeepers. As I travel in the winter, I use layers, so have plenty of pockets. Just bought a vest jacket with extra pockets. Also, a few years ago, it happened, only I had paid for an extra checked bag and it turned out I was allowed more weight than the free checked bags, so I just moved things.
Yes in Europe the rules are harsher, but it is also meant to keep fuel usage down. Not for the airlines to save money, but for pollution reasons. Try flying Ryanair, and find out what restrictive is. We flew the equivalent of this airline to UK, and were only allowed a very small carry on, and terrible fees for a check bag.
@@Stormbrise Don't think cabin weight or size limits have anything to do with fuel as you can add one or more checked bags if you can't fit it all in carryon. Size and weight limits have more to do with safety and having cabin room for it all - maybe even faster loading of passengers (and maybe even force people to use a checked back that costs extra). I would like to see the weight limit increased to 15kg, but have seen it at both 7 and 10kg. I always use at least one checked, but only fly airlines that don't charge.
2 comments. First, the whole reason for security is to make you nervous. They are hoping the confusion and stress will make you do something radical. I flew from El Paso to LAX last month and the wound up diverting both of my carryons for inspection. The reason ... I had some creams in there for the exceedingly dry skin I get living in the desert southwest. They were large tubes and were confiscated. But the whole layout is designed to upset you. Crowding and some guy standing there shouting instructions while you try to put all the stuff they want you to take off/out is stressful. By the time I was finished, I was sweating and out of breath (I'm 75). Second, there are planes that literally don't have bins that will hold any carryon of more than minimal size. The bins are a joke. I had to gate check my standard size roller carryon. Then, at our destination, the stewardess announced that we had to make absolutely sure we retrieved our bags as there was a rule that once we exited the jetway we couldn't return if we forgot and the bags would not be delivered to the gate area. WTF?
Very successful with my rolling carry-on suitcase. It's small and the right size to fit my CPAP machine inside and have enough room in the "lid" section for a one-day set of clothing in case my checked bag is lost. My personal bag is just right for my glasses, medications, and hearing aids.
I enjoy your videos very much. And there is a lot to know.! I am older now, past retirement age I plan on traveling more. Are there any travel do’s and don’ts for traveling to China? I’ll be making that trip in December.
So many luggage manufacturers say carry on, but they exceed the exact 22 x 14 x 9 limit. We are replacing luggage because they are oversized by current standards. This includes Level8, the new Quince luggage, as well as many others. If I could afford the Bento, I’d buy it in a minute!
When travelling, I like to have my hands free, I currently travel with a Beis Mini Weekender (bought before I knew about the Bento bag) as my personal item and a Zoomlite Backpack (clam shell opening) as my carry-on. I'm petite, so they look gigantic on me, but they fit within the size rules. I haven't graduated to carry-on only; I like sleeping with my own pillow 😁
Thanks for the video! This may be silly, but I have been using a gallon-sized zipper bag in my carry on rather than a quart-sized one and have never been flagged. Going forward, I will try to be more careful.
I dont have TSA precheck but have never needed or been told to take out any liquids from carry ons. sometimes i havent needed to take my laptop and tablet out either.
I found that my American sized carryon 24” is way too big to fit on the smaller planes of Europe. I bought a small 16” carryon for when I fly to Europe. With my regular backpack as personal item. Less is more!
I flew Amman- JFK on Egyptian Air Oct 24-I’ve never SEEN so much luggage!! Everyone in line checked 4-6 ginormous suitcases, and most people had 4-6 large carry-ons (including a lot of duvet covers or fleece blankets)! The agent was confused when I said I wanted to carry-on only (roller bag and personal item). Both were well within weight limits. On the way over (JFK-Amman on Qatar Air), my roller bag was 1” too big and had to be checked. JFK didn’t check anything (TSA pre-check), Amman examined/touched everything inside my roller bag, nothing of liquids or food items.
Back in 2015 the International Air Transport Association (IATA) proposed a new international standard for carryon luggage. proposing a a volume of 21.5 x 13.5 x 7.5 inches. Although this standard was never approved officially, a few baggage manufacturers did begin to make bags that confirmed to that standard; when the proposal fell out of favor, the manufacturers repurposed the marketing as weekend bags. I got one of these at the time, and still use it for going overseas as well as for less popular US destinations where regional-sized aircraft are the norm.
I got so disgusted trying to find any bag that would fit the domestic flights in the UK that I just made a duffle bag! What irritated me was that I couldn’t find any requirements for medical equipment, so I just made something that fit! I used upholstery material which after 5 years looks a bit stretch. The upholstery fabric was a leftover so the cost, except time, was low.
Always put essential items, such as: medication, keys, phone/tablet, charging cables,passport etc. in a small bag that you put in your carry on. If you are refused to bring your carry on at the gate, pull out your personal bag, from your carry on, lock your carry on for check in and you have your necessities with you at your seat.
I recently flew from Bristol to Barcelona. Bristol allowed all liquids to remain in baggage and didn’t seem to enforce the 100ml rule. Barcelona had little signage or advice and I was caught out with a bottle of water I had to dispose off. I assumed rules would be the same in the larger EU airport. I wish I’d seen this video first! Thank you for the great advice as always!
I had to paid an extra fee in April 2024 with my medication bag. Unfortunately I had a huge burn right before my trip that warranted a visit to an urgent care clinic. I was warned to medicated and covered my wound. However it was around my elbow so the bandage came loose easily. I had to keep the cream, tapes and gauge and my post cancer medication with me since it was an international trip. 😢
I have not had to do the 311 rule at any airport in over 26 flights this years. USA and international combined. Nor have I had to do this for over 7 years. Only exception was Orly Paris
Why don't airline design their overhead bins a little bigger so you can put carry-on bags in sideways rather than flat? You'd be able to get almost twice as many bags in
First of all, that's the plane manufacturers job. Not the airlines. Second: this is exactly what Airbus and Boeing are doing with their NEOs and MAXs . The overhead bins are now designed just bigger enough that you can put in a standard cabin trolley upright and facing the aisle. Means each compartment can fit 4 cabin trolleys now. Retrofitting those on older planes can be done but is extremely expensive to do outside of regular scheduled longer maintenance stops.. therefor will only be done during so called C-checks when the plane is out of service for a couple weeks and being stripped of the interior anyway.
Are blankets and neck pillows now being considered personal items??? If so, this is insane for long haul flights as I use my personal bag for flight survival items and can't fit my neck pillow or blanket inside. I use a small tote for my personal items that goes under the seat in front (this is to avoid using up my leg room as I have foot issues). I use a small roller for overhead in accordance with airline policy. I also wear a fanny pack so I can always have my passport, etc on me at all times. It's going to be a challenge consolidating my fanny pack, neck pillow and blanket inside my small tote bag and need I those items at my seat and not in the overhead. Boy my anxiety is up just thinking about this.
No ribbon - some airlines are cracking down on them as the gat caught in the overhead hinges & by other items. If it gets checked, they can get caught in the baggage claim roundabout machinery. Saw a major airline make a person cut them off, so I removed mine quickly beforehand.
I haven't flown for a long, long time. Long before there was any rule about liquids at all. So I'm curious. What is the danger/security risk in liquids? It's probably a good idea to have specific rules for carry-ons. Too many people seem to try to carry everything on so they can skip checking their bags (which, I assume costs extra now...?) since cabins only have so much room. Even when I did fly (last time was in 1996), I never had more than purse for a carry-on and it would offend me when one person would fill a whole storage compartment with luggage which clearly should have been checked. I must remember to ask my son and daughter-in-law about all this stuff. They travel internationally all the time.
I remember years ago how people really abused the carry-on luggage rules. I've seen people bring on board two large bags or suitcases and a personal item.
I’ve seen golf clubs, musical instruments, crutches, canes, and sombreros put into overhead bins. There has to be some kind of standard not to mention very large suitcases.
@@randyhome1544 Yes. One time all the overhead space looked like it was filled up when I walked in. The flight attendant asked me to pull a certain bag down and she was going to do something with it. She was going to let me use that space. The person who owned it spoke up and asked for it. She then placed it underneath the seat in front of her. After landing she had that bag and two others. The flight attendant knew where she was going to make room at if needed.
Ok and now I had to pay 60 euro fines for carrying my EMPTY bagpack that is 3-4 cm longer than required but much thinner than required. Hope it makes you happy. I was traveling to meet my old alone mother and not for luxury. So many disgusting people in comments here!
Just flying within the USA is getting ridiculous. This last flight from OH to FL we actually checked one bag but the issue is carry-on size and uncertainty about backpack size. Honestly, we just try not to fly anymore.
We were in northern Italy in May visiting my mum. Flew the Lufthansa to Frankfurt leg and then United. Lufthansa was enforcing the 10kg carry on limit- but only to Americans. They burned their bridge with me that day
I don't understand why USA travellers are obsessed with carry-on bags. When travelling in Europe, most airlines allow one 20 kg suitcase that is included in the fare. Also, I can count on one hand the situation where I had to wait at the baggage carousel for my bag. Suitcases usually arrive before we get to the carousel and are waiting on the conveyer belt long before the passengers arrive. Is this not the case when travelling in the USA? Recently (August 2024) I had to wait nearly an hour before my suitcases arrived on the carousel at ORD. Why isn't baggage handling more efficient?
The confusing thing is when there is a connecting international flight of another airline. Which airlines baggage rules will be used for both to and from to United States. Baggage allowances on code-share routes are determined by IATA's Most Significant Marketing Carrier (MSC) rule. Can you find out what this rule is all about pls
You also have to be aware of the weight limits. The airline won’t care if the dimensions are within range if you’ve gone over the weight limit. That’s why I never ever ever use hard shelled suitcases because you waste weight allowance. I also don’t use compression packing cubes coz they just throw more weight into your bag with the “extra” clothing you’re fooled into packing.
Every airline, on their website has the size limit for stowed carry-on luggage and for the secondary bag that can go under your seat. It will also give you weight limits for your carry-on bag and the luggage that goes in the hold.
I don't know If you are aware that Clamshell backpacks exist. Like Peak Design backpack 45 or 30 or certain models of Pacsafe backpacks zip all the way open. Unlike Clamshell wheeled carry-ons, backpacks are seen as squishable or can be compressed in the overhead bins unlike the roll on baggage that you seem to prefer. That's why people with backpacks get away with it. 😂 A clam shell roll-on, even if fully empty, won't compress!
Any info on things like shavers or electric toothbrushes or other things that are rechargeable? I had a smaller profile shaver in my carry on once and they pulled me aside to check it. They did some sort of swipe test on it.
I'm sick of people with the large backpacks, they try and try to fit them in the overhead and after 20 minutes they need to check them holding up the takeoff.
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Yeah the U.S needs to get in line with Europe per liquids.
The dentist bag can it carry like a garment bag with a place for your nice clothing?
What is the 311 Liquid Rule?
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7:15 One of the main reasons why there's never enough room in the overhead baggage compartment is people are putting their carry-on and personal items up there so the people who board later won't have any room for their carry-on.
Bulkhead seating has to use overhead space for personal items. Now that blanket, and fannypacks are counted as a personal item, less space.
@@randyhome1544 In EU exit rows can't store items under seat during takeoff and landing either.
We just had that happen last weekend, we were in the 9th row. My husband was pissed. I remember a long time ago it was fun to fly. You didn’t have to get to the airport an hour ahead of time and could check your bag curbside.
@@calgal8915 I remember the good old days of running to the gate about 2 minutes before it closed!! I used to take the NY/Boston shuttle all the time. It really was like taking a cab across town. A few times they even held it for me, when I was sure I missed it (and really should have LOL). Now, we get cattle prodded along, and I don't trust only an hour anymore SMH
I AGREE 🤬
I am extremely impressed at how airlines can continually come up with more and more sleezy ways to make traveling more expensive, less convenient and less comfortable. If NASA put that much effort and innovation into space exploration, we'd have a base on Pluto.
It has a lot to do with flyers choosing the discount airlines which charge for features which the mainline airlines do not. If flyers always choose the cheapest then the overall level of service will decline. It’s just economics.
Not defending airlines, but tickets are cheaper than. 25 years ago. In 1997, I paid $1500 for a flight flight to Seoul. In June I paid $950 for the same flight, but with no checked luggage. Adjusted for inflation, I am paying much less than half the 1997 price.
The problem begins with travelers. People will bring 5 items onto a plane and try and put most in the overhead bin. Then others can put their rollerboards in the bin. Then FAs have to play Tetris or find a spot for or check the bags. This creates unnecessary delays while boarding. If people followed the rules, we would not be here.
I have flown other interline carriers and they have strict rules and they work. Some places won’t even allow you to line up and crowd the boarding gate of it’s not your zone. Nor can people deplane when they want to, the FA will deplane three rows at a time. I said all that to say that people ruin everything.
TSA is not the airlines. Just be glad you don’t have to take your underwear off.
I would be more impressed with dumb asses finding new ways to cause mayhem.
Maybe if airlines included 1 checked bag with every ticket purchased. We would NOT have the issues with carryon space!
It's all about the airlines trying to make even more $$$ off of us.
"Including" means the price of the ticket has to go up to cover the costs. Why should I pay a higher ticket price if I don't have the need or desire for a checked bag?
this is very scare, my cat is sad
I can't believe it's almost 2025 and we are still putting up with this security theater nonsense.
No more for me. I stopped going thru the radiation tunnel. It's all a criminal level joke
Amen!
Especially when the southern border anyone came come across. Rules for me not for thee
Exactly
No more airport tyranny for us. We’re driving now and enjoying our beautiful country
Thanks so much for this video I'm traveling to EU in a couple of weeks. But honestly your doggy took the show ❤
In Australia we haven't had to take anything out of our bags for a long time now! We just put our bags as they are on the converyor belt and send it through
Confirm.
But you can’t compare any Australian airport (in terms of the amount of people) with let’s say Los Ángeles airport.
I've only traveled in the US and I've never taken liquids out 🤷♀️
@@qsitaactually Melbourne and Sydney airports both have in excess of 22 million passengers transit through them every year which is not as many as LAX , but is certainly more than many US airports.
Not quite. Several domestic airports in QLD need you to unpack everything
Its now nearly 2025 and IMHO it is a farce that we are still restricted to 100ml liquid sizes in a small bag. The rules were clear, that airports had until mid 2022 to implement newer technology. They haven't and passengers are suffering. Carry-on sizes have been clear for years but sadly aurlines aren't consistently enforcing them. I've found it better to fly with a checked bag and keep my carry-on as small as possible
Exactly
Like do they expect my toner to explode or something
It's so TSA has a reason to have a budget to exist. Once a government bureaucratic operation exists. It is difficult to get rid of.
Why are you even carrying TINY BOTTLES OF anything???? Your hotel has shampoo, drug stores have small bottles, your friends or AirBnB have toiletries... What is your fetish?
Are you flying in America? Those rules don’t apply in Australia or Germany when I was there in September.
@@elizabethcrowley3321if you fly from uk , these rules apply so no liquids in my luggage
Maybe more people would be comfortable checking their luggage if airlines didn’t lose it so easily. That’s one big reason why I always bring carry on luggage.
Agreed! I find it reassuring to know exactly where my luggage is!
I frequently fly with declared, checked firearms. For that reason I must use checked luggage. The use of GPS tracking devices and Air Tags solves a lot of the issues. I also make my way up to the gate, and actually watch the baboons load the luggage into the plane before boarding.
Or having things stolen. My son-in-law (an inexperienced traveler) put $8000 in a checked bag only to find it missing when he got home. It was a dumb move on his part, but it's still an issue.
@@splithoof9567 If only they used real baboons we'd be better off!
They are REALLY cracking down on the weight of the carry on luggage. I got hit hard with my duty free liquor. I got around it by putting some of it in my wife's carry on. I put it in her carry on after her luggage was weighed. They literally watched me do it too and didn't day a thing.
That would certainly add some weight? I have seen them measure carry on luggage at the gate but not weigh it!
@@PortableProfessional This was in Warsaw, Poland. I hear it is also being done at other smaller European Airports. It was a first for us! We've been at that airport before and they did not do it.
When possible, just choose the road trip over flying. In many cases it will be about the same amount if time wasted by traveling to the airport to arrive hours before you can board. Followed by waiting on the tarmac for takeoff, actual flight time and then waiting to arrive at the gate, deplane and bags and getting to where you need to be. In the end you will have your car and full control over your schedule. Please consider doing the math and conserving fuel.
Let's not forget the fact that there are layovers, no guarantee that the flight you booked will even be according to schedule, or that your seat will even be available as they love to OVERBOOK flights, and then leave you in the lurch, scrambling to get to your destination. I'm done with the airlines, TSA, and FAA bullshit.
Sure thing, I’ll be sure to drive from Texas to London because it will be a breeze! 🙄🤦♀️
They need to crack down on those oversized carry-ons. People who abuse those rules and airlines that allow them, slow down the boarding process.
And disadvantage other passengers by filling up the luggage bins. In all my travels, I’ve found American to be the most lax in enforcing the correct size for carry on luggage.
Really find your observations and recommendations very useful clear and concise. Travel in Europe is hellish if not flying business class. You are spot on---keep up the good work!
The only problem with using the bento bag is having to carry it (not roll it). Often one must walk long distances in an airport. Paris was soooo long a walk. Dallas is a hike. Some passengers cannot carry their luggage for such distances. An older person. Someone with shoulder issues. Health issues. Etc. I am fine carrying mine but my husband is 80 and he struggled last trip with carrying this type of a bag and not having a roller bag.
So true! It is not necessarily the best option for everyone. Great that there are so many different styles of travel luggage that we can choose from!
@@PortableProfessionalplease find a travel bag similar to the Bento but on wheels. I'd love to watch that and possibly buy it. Thank you.
I recently flew to Edmonton and then back from Calgary. In both cases when I went to print out my baggage tags, I was given a tag for my carry on. Not knowing what this meant, I placed it on my carry on bag. When I got to the plane I was told that meant I HAD to gate check it. I had been pre-selected to check my carry on. The issue I had was that ALL my medication was in my carry on bag! Not only was I denied access to it during the flight but, I was terrified it wouldn’t arrive with me. Not having it would made me very sick, possibly even gotten me hospitalized. I was NOT happy about not being explained that this would happen! When I flew back from Calgary the same thing happened but this time I understood and was prepared. I had time to take out my medication and flight essentials and put them in a tote bag for the flight. So, it wasn’t an issue coming back. But, because so many people are flying carry on only or with carry bags, many more are being forced to check their carry on bags.
So the problem was you. Your meds should always be in your personal item - for that reason! Also, if a bag is gate checked, you get your stuff FIRST, before you even leave the jetway after landing. My friend, that's a whole lot of crying about nothing.
@@kevinadams9468 Some of us have enough meds that they don't fit in our personal item.
@@kevinadams9468 Actually my medication bag is too big to fit in my personal item bag which is why it was in my carry on. And I also thought it would waiting for me when I got off the plane only to find out Air Canada doesn’t do that, they come out with all the other checked bags. I was really surprised about that since I thought that it would be waiting when I got off the plane as well. So, no the problem was not with me. Had I known I would need to keep my medication in my personal item I would have taken a bigger personal item that would fit it. In NONE of my research did I see that your carry on WOULD be checked even if it had medication in it no matter what.
Why on earth should a correct size and weight carry on bag be forced to check in? There is enough room for all correctly sized carry on bags to fit in the overhead bins. Something is very wrong in the country your’e flying in.
@@elizabethcrowley3321 I completely agree with you! But, it seems there is NOT enough space if everyone brings a carry on. I looked into it and planes were actually not designed with enough overhead space for everyone… and now that so many people are flying carry on only it’s become a real issue.
That's why I like Amsterdam so much. No need to take anything out, body scanner instead of regular detector. If you carry more electronics, or items which may need to be further identified, it would only result in additional check after the scan, which just means that you are asked to open the bag, and let the customs find what looked suspicious at the screening. Occasionally they will also put your bag, or some items through secondary screening. For most of cases: you just put your bag without taking out anything out, and you are good to go. I like Amsterdam transfer, other airports should be like Amsterdam! (and I am not even Dutch!)
I appreciate your videos which I find very informative. I also appreciate that you have found a style top that looks great on you and you seem to stick with it.
I went thru JAX in the precheck lane recently and those new scanners slowed the carry on scanning process waaaaay down, triple the time, in my impression.
I just returned from an overseas trip. I knew about the new carry on rule for international airlines before leaving, so I purchased a smaller carry on than my normal 22" carry on. I was on 3 flights, and I checked each carrier for their new rules. However, while waiting to board a Lufthansa flight in Chicago, even before boarding, they were asking for passports and had a bin to put your carry on in. I am assuming that this line (different than the gate lines) was to make sure everyone put their carry on in their bins. Of course mine was only off about 1/2 inch, so I had to check it. Several passengers who were in line with me waiting to use the carry on bin told me that Lufthansa is the most strict with their new carry on rules. Here's the thing though. I got to the gate early but as it got closer to them announcing they would begin boarding, the line to measure your carry on became very long and they gave it up and stopped measuring the bags.
Thanks for sharing this! I would not be surprised to hear of more airlines doing the same!
The airlines in Europe overall seem more strict.
@@Rhaspuntry Australia 😂
We flew Lufthansa in June with checked bags & personal items only. The size restrictions for the personal item bags were so small that I ended up making the bags myself so that I could get every inch allowed. (I could find smaller or larger, but not the exact measurements) What I don't understand is that even the commuter sized planes we traveled on had plenty of room for a US personal sized backpack under the seats. So I don't understand why they wanted so small. ah well. I hope they start standardizing everything soon.
Thank you ma'am for another excellent and informative video. Whenever I see a new one from your channel it's always worth the view. I've long used a backpack generally when I travel because of my particular criteria since I am traveling with a disability.
MY PET HATE = the A Holes who have very large back packs that clearly should be hold luggage but just keep them on their backs as they board then take up massively excessive luggage rack space…..AND the airline staff at the gates and boarding door who turn a blind eye instead of insisting the back pack goes into the hold ….
…And then smack us in the head as they whip around to load their roller bag into the overhead bin! I’d love to see he airlines make everyone take those backpacks off before walking down the aisle.
The creator of this channel advocates for using black bags as a means of making them appear smaller, so as to NOT have to check them. Those are the folks who are over-stuffing the overhead buns.
That's what infuriates me, I try to follow the rules and then when I arrive to my seat there is never space because most people don't give a fu..k and bring massive bags which they are allowed to pass, it makes me wonder why I even follow the rules as the ones who broke them are rewarded
@@mariluro5399 - THIS RIGHT HERE!!! I am super, super careful about the size & weight of all my bags but especially my carry-ons since that is correct and polite things to do. I would positively *LOVE* to be able to take the questionable carry-ons and give each piece one good two-handed swing at the owner. If they get knocked out then they get dumped from the flight, freeing up all types of space & likely causing less problems in general because you know if they’re trying to pull a fast one with their carry-ons they’re gonna try it with other stuff too. (Yes I am a cranky old broad who was raised with decent manners & I firmly believe that anyone who has a problem with that can just stuff it😁😉)
Love once again your insight and always ready to help us out especially with seemingly complicated if not frustrating rules on how to pack and the liquids we travel with. We are very careful about this and if possible we just buy items when we arrive at our destination to avoid any other problems. I bought for my next trip a nice London Fog small enough to hold what I need to carry on and will fit under a seat with ease. Again I look forward Megan to all your advice and that wonderful look and personality of yours as well !
Not gonna give up my carry-on backpack! I also travel by train once I get to the EU and UK, so maneuvering around city streets, rail and subway stations and cars is much easier. I am also a budget traveler so I am usually staying in hostels, so i might have to walk a little further. I'm in my 60s and this has worked for me since my first international trip over 35 years ago. Caveat: everyone is different! At the end of the day, it is YOUR vacation/trip. You find what works best for You. I love watching all these travel & packing videos to get ideas on how I might improve my own system, and with videos like this keeping up with industry changes.
She needs to sell and get commission.
What backpack do you use?
@annetteshader8409 I started using the women's Osprey (Fairview 40) this year. I wanted the waist belt as those other ones don't have that. It worked perfect for me! I got the little day pack that can hook on to it to maybe use as my personal item on the plane, but it was too small.
Have to think from airline staff perspective in the US. From my understanding not only are they not paid until the flight is off the ground but they are also rated how long it takes to clear the close the ground. So this means if they look around the waiting gate and see lots of carry on they may start gate check process to help the inevitable issue of no overhead storage available. All of this could've been avoid if airline didn't charge check in fee. The other solution would be assigning overhead bins to only that row of seats. This would keep people honest about their carry on because there always that issue of someone taking up two slots of space or they decide to put both their carryon and personal item into the bin
This has always seemed like the best idea, except it doesn’t allow for the bins that actually blocked by first aid kits and other cabin and crew “stuff”. There is also the allowance for a medical bag that doesn’t count as a carry on, which can be most any size that would still fit in the overhead.
I still think there should be a system where perhaps the middle seat was guaranteed an overhead bin slot as a reward for being absolutely miserable for the flight?
@@Reed-2big
Good call on the middle seat rule!
And put that they get both armrests in the rules too!
@@cachecow That works! Perhaps be need a personal item that covers the armrest so only you can use them? Maybe a table-like item that extends so there is a privacy shield that ends up on their side of the armrest? Really doesn’t need to be that big actually, just so it’s at least very uncomfortable for them to use it?
On a recent trip to Europe, I noted that there was room for six carry on bags for every nine passengers in economy. Because we had booked economy on Air Canada, we were not able to pay for a checked bag. So we played space wars with the other passengers that included “personal items” being put in the overhead bins rather than on the floor as the airline expects, 3 or even 4 items per person rather than the stated two items. The airlines have allowed a mess to be created.
@@vanisle9432 There was a time where no one really worried about lost baggage, well not enough to not check an overnight bag. Yes, they might still carry on an attache case so that the could go to a business meeting with the proper documents but not much else. And yes those were last century and bags still on occasion still were delayed a flight or so.
My airport I fly out of, has the newer technology so you don't have to take anything out of your bag. And thanks to you, I did get TSA precheck. I still can't believe how quick it was. I interviewed on a Friday, and on Monday, I was approved. Off topic, I understand that starting next year, a ETA will be required for going to the UK. I wonder, will I have to get 2 ETA's since I will be going to France as well as the UK? Guess I will find out soon enough. I really enjoy your videos. Even though I travel often, I still always learn something from you.
Great to hear you are enjoying the benefits of TSA precheck! Safe travels!
Since the Uk is no longer in the EU I think your UK ETA is unlikely to be ok for France. The EU ‘visa’ is the ETIAS and is scheduled to come into effect in November, but I’ve heard it may not be fully enforced until early in 2025. Be sure to check this with the websites of both UK and French immigration services before you travel.
Global entry took me 6 months, 100 USD, one passport scan, one interview in Newark. Same benefits.
I agree with you Megan. We did have to remove our liquids bag flying back from Heathrow in August. Today we saw the gate agent count a neck pillow as a personal item. And I put orange cable ties on the handles of my black roll aboard.
Your dog napping is just the cutest 😊
Thank you!! 😊 Glad you enjoyed watching!
Having flown internationally to Australia last year, the Qantas ticketing agent verified my carry-on bag size and weight after tagging my checked luggage. I had read their baggage rules and bought a smaller carry-on bag to make sure it wasn't a problem.
Very helpful video. Thanks!
I travel a fair amount and years ago I opted to stop using luggage and switched to a duffle bag. It's good for 4 to 5 days of businesws casual wear and undergarments, as a man. It saves a lot of hassle chasing luggage when the airport loses or destroys your checked items. Between it and a heavy duty Wenger backpack I can carry everything I need and it inclues 2 laptops, i pad, all the chargers, and essentially I can stop whevever I am and do mobile computing if necessary, even if I am delayed in airports or alternative destinations and in 15 years I have never had to check it, even on smaller regional jets.
Love your dog, he/she is super chill! Reminds me of my golden that was just happy being there no matter what.
Thanks! You just described Ollie perfectly!
My connecting flight home from Japan was on Jetblue (boston to BWI) and lesson learned, I booked my next flight direct to Japan on ANA from Dulles. Because of that experience on Jetblue. People were bringing full size suitcases on board to cram into the overhead bin.
Many thanks for your very informative videos. Had a feeling about the little containers so I left mine behind on the return trip. Good thing because the level of security went up. During my travels I saw that carry-ons with wheels on the outside will end up being checked.
I still hate the “take your shoes off” BS.
Yep, its like touching feet with people from all over the world. Yum
Get TSA pre-check and keep your shoes and belt on.
@@HariSeldon913 I refuse to pay the government more money…….:/
You should blame Harry Reid for that rule change all because he made a shoe bomb
@@joycehuang594 Richard Reed
Having returned from an international trip yesterday, it was my experience that there is no standard. Even with the new scanners, you can leave your liquids in your carry-on, only to be separately screened and sampled because the operator "sees" the liquid, but feels compelled to analyze it. Also, a pound of ground coffee in it's sealed foil bag does not x-ray well, and will be pulled for physical examination. Just do not carry liquids, or embrace the hassle.
As to carry-on luggage size or number, again, it does not really matter. What does matter is that you sit forward of about the 18th row. After that, the overhead luggage space is full from the travelers ahead of you in line, and you will be forced to check your bag at the entrance ramp. It does not matter how diligent you were in following the rules. Fly first class, business, fake an injury for extra time to board, or be prepared to check your bag.
Thanks for sharing your experience!
I was made to check my carry-on in Paris when on way to Italy. The buggers left it behind at the airport. I had no change of clothes for 24 hours. I've learned to put clothes in my personal item bag just in case it ever happens again.
I had trouble with a personal item at CDG. It was light but they even searched the compostable straws I was carrying. Two years later I think I know what he was looking for: The back straps can be stowed and have a metal connector. If he would have but told me what he was looking for I could have help. Security in Mice did tell me, and she’d just missed it. But that turned out not to be the item, a glasses case I bought in Switzerland. That still helped hurry up the search.
I’ve never put my liquids in a small, clear bag. Never even taken them out of my toiletry bag, or taken that bag out of my carryon. And it’s never been a problem.
That’s great. Thanks for watching!
I hear that a lot but my anxiety won’t allow me to try it 😂
I learned so much from you! I just went to Portugal and brought too many clothes but I'm learning : ) Thank you!!!
You're so welcome! Hope you enjoyed Portugal!
@@PortableProfessional Yes, Porto and Lisbon were Fantastic!!!
@@paul_domici Pasteis de Nata! 😋
Great information and your dog is adorable!
Thanks so much!
Flying from Denver to Baltimore in August, I got a look at some pretty big and overstuffed carryons that hardly fit in the overhead bins. I use a carryon that fits under the seat in front of me, plus one shoulder bag. I bring the bare minimum of liquids and buy more of what I need when I get where I'm going. Worked fine for me for a 3-week trip to Colorado, but it was a real pain having to wait for people to haul their giant bags out of the overheads when getting off the plane - I swear, it took ten minutes for me (at the back of the plane) to get off, just because it took people ahead of me so long to get themselves and their stuff together.
Next trip, consider selecting (purchasing)a seat closer to the front of the aircraft; so you will be less inconvenienced.
10 whole minutes... the world is truly ending...lol
I loathe the giant carry ons being taken on the plane. I have been hit on the head, knees and elbows by so many of them. They get caught up on seats and people yank them. It takes people forever to get them up in the overhead and back down again. I check mine just to save myself the hassle and it’s never been lost.
I just ordered the V4 Bento bag from Nomad Lane. We got stuck on an American Airlines flight where we had to check all roller bags because they wouldn’t fit in the overhead compartments. We both have to travel with medicine that can’t be checked so it was an issue. This bag will be perfect. Thank you so much for the suggestion.
I don't even travel much but I'm overwhelmed by the number of important tips! I hope that when I do travel, I'll remember them all!
Travelled twice in US this summer. Neither time did I have to pull out liquids. I do have TSA Pre-check. As you’re mentioning both airlines we flew insisted on combining separate carry on items with your personal item bag. American and Alaska airlines.
Very informative today and also energeting the same thoughts that I've had as well so thank you
Thanks, Susan! Great to hear you enjoyed watching!
"Since black bags are common you may want to consider adding a distinctive tag or ribbon or some other distinguishing feature to make your easy to spot..."
Do large amounts of dog or cat hair count? 😉
I haven’t flown internationally in 10 years, but i have taken umpteen flights out of many airports in multiple states and, literally, not once have i been asked to take liquids out of my carry-on nor see others taking their liquids out. I haven’t even packed all my liquids in a single clear bag in yeeeeears. I don’t understand so many new travel videos continuing to talk about the importance of taking out the single quart size bags of liquids for inspection. I figured the TSA agents are simply experienced enough to recognize what the correct size containers and amount look like as the luggage goes through the x-ray.
I just do one backpack that fits the airline personal bag dimensions for short domestic trips. I do that same bag and check a bag for international flights. I am always one of the last to board so no overhead bin space for me. I have used a ton of your hacks in my packing. Thank you 😊
Thanks Megan, always insightful information.
You are so welcome! Glad you enjoyed it!
One that hasn't been mentioned: Get a good 'Fishing Vest' - largely made of mesh (good for hot & sweaty climates), loads of zipper or velcroed pockets inside and outside. And its a worn item of clothing so shouldn't get counted as anything. 'Photographer's vests' are similar but have a slightly different system of pockets. Airlines used to have a locker for business suit coats and the like and I have been - offered - the oportunity to put my coat or vest in there, no demand/direction to use it.
The fact that TSA pre-check exists absolutely affirms that it never was about security.
Not entirely, a background check depending upon who does it can rate the risk that you pose for carrying explosive materials.
@@Reed-2bigTSA Pre-Check is Fantastic ❤✅✅I’ve used it 4- times this year & I’m through in less than 4 minutes 😅. Love It 😍
Not necessary. If you are caught carrying contrabant, you will be excluded from TSA precheck.
@@Canleaf08 So you truly believe that they catch every contraband when they are looking less fervently? And that banning after the fact works?
They’re not trying to keep them out of the precheck line theyre trying to keep them off the plane!
Oops I thought you were replying to me, not nomad. His logic is certainly lacking.
It’s never been about “security”, just racist, classist bs
😮😮I went to Alaska last summer to visit Family. Fortunately, I was able to pre mail a bunch of luggage ahead of time. I carried only a personal bag with no luggage on the plane. Really sweet.
That is awesome!
My favorite "hack" is to wear a jacket or sweatshirt with pockets in which I can put things into as they generally have not counted things that you are wearing on you, as part of your carry-on (as long as it doesn't make you look excessively large) but for example I would put my power bank, and some electronic cables (which can total about 5 lbs) into my jacket pockets). The weight allowance for carry-ons for most European travel is the one thing that I wish they would increase. Many US carriers don't seem to care about the weight to a point (some do limit it to 35-50 lbs, which is a lot anyway) but it seems that most European airlines limit it to just 22 lbs (or 10kg) which is rather restrictive. So it would be nice if they increased this to say 35 lbs (but keep the same overall size, which some the size differences between US and European airlines is not that big in most cases, maybe 1" shorter on the long side of a carry-on is what I saw -- so 21" versus 22" for US domestic carriers). However, if they do standardize the size/weight across all airlines in Europe (and in the US too) it would mean that they would be checking more often and more people might ge caught up in this. Of course just following the guidelines whatever they are at the time, is the best route to avoid paying for checked bags unless it's one of those small CRJ planes which most bags (even small carry-ons) have to be checked anyway but usually free of charge in many cases since they are gate checked or checked as you board the plane).
On my way to Europe, some couple had packed what appeared to be about a 1 litre jug of juice they had just purchased, which had to be thrown away (they were not happy, but I'm thinking "you know the rules, and you can buy one when you get to your destination".)
Last international trip they weighed my carryon and it was too heavy. So i put a bunch of things in my pockets, made the weight limit and then put everything back in luggage including my jackets out of site of the gatekeepers. As I travel in the winter, I use layers, so have plenty of pockets. Just bought a vest jacket with extra pockets.
Also, a few years ago, it happened, only I had paid for an extra checked bag and it turned out I was allowed more weight than the free checked bags, so I just moved things.
YOU are the reason we have to have these rules. I wouldn't be proud, I would be ashamed.
Yes in Europe the rules are harsher, but it is also meant to keep fuel usage down. Not for the airlines to save money, but for pollution reasons. Try flying Ryanair, and find out what restrictive is. We flew the equivalent of this airline to UK, and were only allowed a very small carry on, and terrible fees for a check bag.
@@Stormbrise Don't think cabin weight or size limits have anything to do with fuel as you can add one or more checked bags if you can't fit it all in carryon. Size and weight limits have more to do with safety and having cabin room for it all - maybe even faster loading of passengers (and maybe even force people to use a checked back that costs extra).
I would like to see the weight limit increased to 15kg, but have seen it at both 7 and 10kg. I always use at least one checked, but only fly airlines that don't charge.
I disagree with you because weight has everything to do with fuel consumption! That is a given. Check it out.
2 comments. First, the whole reason for security is to make you nervous. They are hoping the confusion and stress will make you do something radical. I flew from El Paso to LAX last month and the wound up diverting both of my carryons for inspection. The reason ... I had some creams in there for the exceedingly dry skin I get living in the desert southwest. They were large tubes and were confiscated. But the whole layout is designed to upset you. Crowding and some guy standing there shouting instructions while you try to put all the stuff they want you to take off/out is stressful. By the time I was finished, I was sweating and out of breath (I'm 75). Second, there are planes that literally don't have bins that will hold any carryon of more than minimal size. The bins are a joke. I had to gate check my standard size roller carryon. Then, at our destination, the stewardess announced that we had to make absolutely sure we retrieved our bags as there was a rule that once we exited the jetway we couldn't return if we forgot and the bags would not be delivered to the gate area. WTF?
It's nice to see a YT channel with accurate information - thanks!
My pleasure! Glad you found it helpful!
Very successful with my rolling carry-on suitcase. It's small and the right size to fit my CPAP machine inside and have enough room in the "lid" section for a one-day set of clothing in case my checked bag is lost. My personal bag is just right for my glasses, medications, and hearing aids.
Let me save everyone 10 minutes, nothing has changed yet
Haha
I enjoy your videos very much. And there is a lot to know.! I am older now, past retirement age I plan on traveling more. Are there any travel do’s and don’ts for traveling to China? I’ll be making that trip in December.
you need to talk about basic economy baggage rules about size and has fit under seat, if too large it will become gate check 17x10x9
Not precheck and haven’t taken liquids out in awhile. Always leave it in the bags.
Is that an Irish Wolfhound lying down behind you? We’ve had them for almost 30 years. Great breed.
In Australia the carry on bag limit is 7kg. Most don’t weigh it but Jet Star does.
So many luggage manufacturers say carry on, but they exceed the exact 22 x 14 x 9 limit. We are replacing luggage because they are oversized by current standards. This includes Level8, the new Quince luggage, as well as many others.
If I could afford the Bento, I’d buy it in a minute!
When travelling, I like to have my hands free, I currently travel with a Beis Mini Weekender (bought before I knew about the Bento bag) as my personal item and a Zoomlite Backpack (clam shell opening) as my carry-on. I'm petite, so they look gigantic on me, but they fit within the size rules. I haven't graduated to carry-on only; I like sleeping with my own pillow 😁
Thanks for the video! This may be silly, but I have been using a gallon-sized zipper bag in my carry on rather than a quart-sized one and have never been flagged. Going forward, I will try to be more careful.
That is surprising! Safe travels!
Great tips as always! Happy Thanksgiving from Cape Breton!
Thanks! Happy Thanksgiving to you as well!
I dont have TSA precheck but have never needed or been told to take out any liquids from carry ons. sometimes i havent needed to take my laptop and tablet out either.
The rules at security can be very inconsistent! Thanks for watching!
Oh 100% they are inconsistent.
@@KwaziiTime unfortunately they need to be so you don’t find a loophole for you explosives! I’m beginning to believe dogs would be a better checker.
I found that my American sized carryon 24” is way too big to fit on the smaller planes of Europe. I bought a small 16” carryon for when I fly to Europe. With my regular backpack as personal item. Less is more!
Thank you
Thanks you clearing up these things.
You are so welcome!
I flew Amman- JFK on Egyptian Air Oct 24-I’ve never SEEN so much luggage!! Everyone in line checked 4-6 ginormous suitcases, and most people had 4-6 large carry-ons (including a lot of duvet covers or fleece blankets)! The agent was confused when I said I wanted to carry-on only (roller bag and personal item). Both were well within weight limits. On the way over (JFK-Amman on Qatar Air), my roller bag was 1” too big and had to be checked. JFK didn’t check anything (TSA pre-check), Amman examined/touched everything inside my roller bag, nothing of liquids or food items.
Thank you Megan! 👍
You bet! Glad you enjoyed!
Back in 2015 the International Air Transport Association (IATA) proposed a new international standard for carryon luggage. proposing a a volume of 21.5 x 13.5 x 7.5 inches. Although this standard was never approved officially, a few baggage manufacturers did begin to make bags that confirmed to that standard; when the proposal fell out of favor, the manufacturers repurposed the marketing as weekend bags. I got one of these at the time, and still use it for going overseas as well as for less popular US destinations where regional-sized aircraft are the norm.
Great size carry on to have! Happy travels!
I got so disgusted trying to find any bag that would fit the domestic flights in the UK that I just made a duffle bag! What irritated me was that I couldn’t find any requirements for medical equipment, so I just made something that fit! I used upholstery material which after 5 years looks a bit stretch. The upholstery fabric was a leftover so the cost, except time, was low.
Always put essential items, such as: medication, keys, phone/tablet, charging cables,passport etc. in a small bag that you put in your carry on. If you are refused to bring your carry on at the gate, pull out your personal bag, from your carry on, lock your carry on for check in and you have your necessities with you at your seat.
Thanks for the info. BTW Ollie cracks me up 🤣
I recently flew from Bristol to Barcelona. Bristol allowed all liquids to remain in baggage and didn’t seem to enforce the 100ml rule. Barcelona had little signage or advice and I was caught out with a bottle of water I had to dispose off. I assumed rules would be the same in the larger EU airport. I wish I’d seen this video first! Thank you for the great advice as always!
You’re so welcome! Safe travels!
The bin to check the size is larger then the ones at the gate.
I had to paid an extra fee in April 2024 with my medication bag. Unfortunately I had a huge burn right before my trip that warranted a visit to an urgent care clinic. I was warned to medicated and covered my wound. However it was around my elbow so the bandage came loose easily. I had to keep the cream, tapes and gauge and my post cancer medication with me since it was an international trip. 😢
Very helpful. Thank you.
I have not had to do the 311 rule at any airport in over 26 flights this years. USA and international combined. Nor have I had to do this for over 7 years. Only exception was Orly Paris
Why don't airline design their overhead bins a little bigger so you can put carry-on bags in sideways rather than flat?
You'd be able to get almost twice as many bags in
First of all, that's the plane manufacturers job. Not the airlines.
Second: this is exactly what Airbus and Boeing are doing with their NEOs and MAXs .
The overhead bins are now designed just bigger enough that you can put in a standard cabin trolley upright and facing the aisle. Means each compartment can fit 4 cabin trolleys now.
Retrofitting those on older planes can be done but is extremely expensive to do outside of regular scheduled longer maintenance stops.. therefor will only be done during so called C-checks when the plane is out of service for a couple weeks and being stripped of the interior anyway.
Another great video! 😊👍🏽
Thanks so much!
Are blankets and neck pillows now being considered personal items??? If so, this is insane for long haul flights as I use my personal bag for flight survival items and can't fit my neck pillow or blanket inside. I use a small tote for my personal items that goes under the seat in front (this is to avoid using up my leg room as I have foot issues). I use a small roller for overhead in accordance with airline policy. I also wear a fanny pack so I can always have my passport, etc on me at all times. It's going to be a challenge consolidating my fanny pack, neck pillow and blanket inside my small tote bag and need I those items at my seat and not in the overhead. Boy my anxiety is up just thinking about this.
No ribbon - some airlines are cracking down on them as the gat caught in the overhead hinges & by other items. If it gets checked, they can get caught in the baggage claim roundabout machinery. Saw a major airline make a person cut them off, so I removed mine quickly beforehand.
love your dog 🙂
I haven't flown for a long, long time. Long before there was any rule about liquids at all. So I'm curious. What is the danger/security risk in liquids?
It's probably a good idea to have specific rules for carry-ons. Too many people seem to try to carry everything on so they can skip checking their bags (which, I assume costs extra now...?) since cabins only have so much room. Even when I did fly (last time was in 1996), I never had more than purse for a carry-on and it would offend me when one person would fill a whole storage compartment with luggage which clearly should have been checked. I must remember to ask my son and daughter-in-law about all this stuff. They travel internationally all the time.
The risk is that liquids could be used as explosives. By limiting the volume they limit the risk. The 3-1-1 liquid rule was introduced in Sept. 2006.
I remember years ago how people really abused the carry-on luggage rules. I've seen people bring on board two large bags or suitcases and a personal item.
I’ve seen golf clubs, musical instruments, crutches, canes, and sombreros put into overhead bins. There has to be some kind of standard not to mention very large suitcases.
@@randyhome1544 Yes. One time all the overhead space looked like it was filled up when I walked in. The flight attendant asked me to pull a certain bag down and she was going to do something with it. She was going to let me use that space. The person who owned it spoke up and asked for it. She then placed it underneath the seat in front of her. After landing she had that bag and two others. The flight attendant knew where she was going to make room at if needed.
Ok and now I had to pay 60 euro fines for carrying my EMPTY bagpack that is 3-4 cm longer than required but much thinner than required. Hope it makes you happy. I was traveling to meet my old alone mother and not for luxury. So many disgusting people in comments here!
Just flying within the USA is getting ridiculous. This last flight from OH to FL we actually checked one bag but the issue is carry-on size and uncertainty about backpack size. Honestly, we just try not to fly anymore.
This week, Sydney in Australia did not require liquids to be removed, but Singapore did.
We were in northern Italy in May visiting my mum. Flew the Lufthansa to Frankfurt leg and then United. Lufthansa was enforcing the 10kg carry on limit- but only to Americans. They burned their bridge with me that day
I don't understand why USA travellers are obsessed with carry-on bags. When travelling in Europe, most airlines allow one 20 kg suitcase that is included in the fare. Also, I can count on one hand the situation where I had to wait at the baggage carousel for my bag. Suitcases usually arrive before we get to the carousel and are waiting on the conveyer belt long before the passengers arrive. Is this not the case when travelling in the USA? Recently (August 2024) I had to wait nearly an hour before my suitcases arrived on the carousel at ORD. Why isn't baggage handling more efficient?
@@scotttild Seems to be a USA problem,. we dont have this problem in EU airports. Maybe the system has to be fixed,
In Australia, we haven’t had to take our liquids out for a long time. Plus, we’ve had carry on restrictions for as long as I can remember.
Good to know! Thanks for watching!
The confusing thing is when there is a connecting international flight of another airline. Which airlines baggage rules will be used for both to and from to United States. Baggage allowances on code-share routes are determined by IATA's Most Significant Marketing Carrier (MSC) rule. Can you find out what this rule is all about pls
You also have to be aware of the weight limits. The airline won’t care if the dimensions are within range if you’ve gone over the weight limit. That’s why I never ever ever use hard shelled suitcases because you waste weight allowance. I also don’t use compression packing cubes coz they just throw more weight into your bag with the “extra” clothing you’re fooled into packing.
Every airline, on their website has the size limit for stowed carry-on luggage and for the secondary bag that can go under your seat. It will also give you weight limits for your carry-on bag and the luggage that goes in the hold.
For British airways it is now 23kg for carry on
I don't know If you are aware that Clamshell backpacks exist. Like Peak Design backpack 45 or 30 or certain models of Pacsafe backpacks zip all the way open. Unlike Clamshell wheeled carry-ons, backpacks are seen as squishable or can be compressed in the overhead bins unlike the roll on baggage that you seem to prefer. That's why people with backpacks get away with it. 😂 A clam shell roll-on, even if fully empty, won't compress!
Any info on things like shavers or electric toothbrushes or other things that are rechargeable? I had a smaller profile shaver in my carry on once and they pulled me aside to check it. They did some sort of swipe test on it.
I like that Bento option!
So do I! Happy travels, Wendy!
October 2024, flew domestic in S.Korea, they didn't have the 100 ml limit. Usually S.Korea follow US rules.
I'm sick of people with the large backpacks, they try and try to fit them in the overhead and after 20 minutes they need to check them holding up the takeoff.
Ollie obviously approves the Bento bag. :)