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Smaller carry-on bags are coming — here’s what to do
Well, please remember it, because tighter luggage standards are coming. Mark my words. Every time an airline adds a new row of seats, we move one step closer. It may even get to the point where sending luggage by express mail makes more sense. There are services that already let you do that, like Luggage Forward and Luggage Free, but they’re pricey. read more ...
Tech and tourism: 11 people changing the way we travel
Zeke Adkins and Aaron Kirley, Luggage Forward Claim to fame: Skipping the luggage carousel After spending a fair amount of time schlepping bags through airports, Aaron Kirley and Zeke Adkins set out to form a company that ensures bags arrive at the destination at the same time as travelers -- by mailing them. Why not just check the bags? Luggage Forward offers a reliable and cost-effective door-to-door luggage delivery service that saves time, excess baggage fees and customs hassles. Naturally, the founders -- who met in high school -- say the idea sprang from their own unfortunate experiences lugging bags through airports. Travelers can ship luggage and sports gear (bikes, skis, snowboards, golf clubs) to more than 200 countries and territories worldwide using Luggage Forward. read more ...
10 ways to survive summer air travel nightmares
Your bags shouldn't be baggage — Getting yourself from Point A to Point B while you duck summer storms is difficult and draining enough. Don't magnify the problems by checking luggage, which will only slow you down and might not fly with you as you pick your way through the detritus of summer schedules. Fly only with carry-ons whenever possible. If you must pack a load, ship it instead. Third-parties such as Luggage Forward and commercial shippers such as FedEx or UPS aren't cheap, but they are more reliable than airlines. read more ...The incredible shrinking carry-on bag
Well, please remember it because tighter luggage standards are coming. Mark my words. Every time an airline adds a new row of seats, we move one step closer. It may even get to the point where sending luggage by express mail makes more sense. There are services that already let you do that, like Luggage Forward and Luggage Free, but they're pricey. read more ...
How To Ship Your Golf Clubs Like The Pros
Younger companies offer even more service, arranging for at-home or at-office pickup and then saving by finding the cheapest shipping routes themselves. Competition also leads these startups to offer highly competitive rates. read more ...