Carry On Travel

A few weeks ago, Spirit Airlines announced that it would now be charging a new fee, up to $45, for travelers with carry-on luggage that doesn’t fit under the airplane seats. And though I thought it was an outrage, I…

Good quality carry-on luggage should be somewhat stylish, lightweight {under 8 pounds is a good goal}, a pleasure to use and something that will last for a good long time if properly cared for. I may be a budget traveler,…

As you all know, I am a huge proponent of Carry-on Travel.  And part of my success with that involves coming up with creative ways to pack smaller travel-sized products into your luggage while adhering to the TSA’s 3-1-1 liquid’s…

A few weeks ago we talked about how to avoid luggage problems and also how to prevent it.  But what do you do when you find yourself with the lost, stolen or damaged luggage?  Travelers of yesteryear, before the age…

I have been reminded recently with the new TSA rules and people commenting on my 7 Reasons to Go Carry-On, that not everyone can travel with only a carry-on bag.  It’s true that in some circumstances, you’ll need to check…

Even the Carry-on Queen can admit that it’s not always possible to travel without checking a bag.  Circumstances will arise, TSA rules will change and at some point you are bound to want to bring home that one-of-a-kind souvenir that…

  It’s no secret that Italy and France are home to some of the most beautiful seaside destinations on the Mediterranean.  Cinque Terre, Positano or any of these seaside locations on the French Riviera – just to name a few. Hopefully, you’ll be spending…

Congratulations!  You have made the decision to stick it to the man (or should I say the airlines)- and have made a commitment to carry-on your luggage from this. day. forward. But what now?  What should you buy? There are…

By now you are surely sick of me telling you about Carry-On Travel. But, seriously, it is one of my passions. I’m so passionate in fact, that I consider it my personal goal, being the Queen of the Carry-On, to…