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Friday, December 30, 2011

What You Didn't Consider About Your Luggage

By Matthias Davenport


Federal regulations have become strict in the travel industry. After the attacks that were perpetrated in the early 2000's; we've never been the same in the U.S. or abroad. We have to give special attention to what we pack in our carry on luggage and even what we walk into an airport holding to begin with these days. It's for the benefit of everyone's well-being.

Besides all of that, there are other things to consider. Our very toiletries needed once we land are a consideration. How much clothing do we bring? Which travel bag will suit us best for the given trip and what will we add to our travel bags while on vacation?

You'll want to plan ahead when it comes to your flight. Things that you think you can purchase at your destination should be left at your home. Small items such as razors, deodorants, grooming shears or other items not permitted on planes should be purchased when you land. That way you avoid any problems bringing items onto the plane with you. Also, call the airline ahead of time to make sure your laptops or other consumer electronics are permitted in a carry on bag.

When you bring items for carry on then keep it simple. An mp3 player or small hand held gaming console is sometimes all one needs. In fact, you may just get by bringing a book on board and packing that in some carry on luggage. For other people, they find that everything that is required for a trip fits in the one bag they stow in the overhead compartments. If you can manage this, good for you.

The types of luggage available varies. Not only in design and durability, but price. You can expect to pay anywhere from $20 for a backpack all the way up to several hundred dollars from the designer brands of luggage. Some come on casters so they can be wheeled and spin, others are nothing more then duffel bags with maybe an added pocket or two.

Speaking of these compartments, they come in handy. Have you ever had a gym bag where your deodorant was left inside and it swelled up and added a film or wax feeling to your clothing? Sometimes the items in our luggage can leak or burst and negatively affect the other items in our bags. That's why it's important to consider purchasing carry on luggage with multiple compartments. They will save us from ruining some of our clothing and they give us room to pack more. Why would we pack more? Well, many of us purchase trinkets while on vacation that we wind up bringing back home with us.

Think ahead when you're planning your trip. Start purchasing tickets and making preparations at least three months in advance. This gives you time to prepare your packing list and finding the right luggage for your needs. You'll want time to review what the federal regulations are in terms of what is permitted on your flight. Perhaps you'll even need to time to arrange for your entertainment needs by purchasing an mp3 player for your flight. Whatever your needs are, there is a plethora of travel luggage out there for your carry on needs. Be sure to give special consideration to your return flight as most of us will bring home souvenirs.




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