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Originally posted by maleficent
carrying on bags you are limited to one bag, and one personal item (purse or laptop bag) that's it.
I get so sick and tired of the idiots out there who carry on every belonging they have.
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I agree, but it really comes down to packing habits. Assuming you arent having to carry business clothes (suits, whatever), I can generally fit into a mid-sized duffel for about a week. It easily fits in every overhead bin Ive ever flown (except for on one tiny 8 seater commuter flight... but that wasnt surprising, I dont think I could have wedged my wallet in there). Add to that my laptop bag (actually usually a backpack to take away the obvious appeal of a laptop bag), and Im good to go.
Clearly, if you are going for a long time or are having to take bulky stuff (lots of nice clothes, winter clothes, whatever), you need the checked baggage. But for a few days, even up to a week? Its not worth the trouble.