Why Carry On Luggage

The reasons for carry on luggage are quick and easy. For a short trip, nothing else really makes sense. With carry on luggage, you do not have to wait at the busy airport carousels for your luggage. There's also little chance of losing your bag. These 22" by 14" by 9" cases are roomy enough to hold enough clothing and travel accessories for a short business or vacation trip. While the 45" combined measurements of length, height and width are the norm for most airlines, it is best to check with the individual airline prior to packing. A few of them have different criteria, and they all reserve the right to change their requirements at anytime.

This carry on luggage can easily hold a man's suit or sport jacket, shirt and underwear, plus a casual change of clothing. Use of packing cubes is suggested, as these will simplify packing and unpacking and keep everything neat and tidy. Keep in mind that you do not want to over-pack your case. In the event that security decides to go through your bag, it will difficult to repack when the bag is over-stuffed. Additionally, it is easier to slip into the crowded overhead compartment when there's a little extra play in your bag. You can keep a small travel umbrella or rain jacket in the outside pocket of the carry on luggage. Toiletry articles can also be placed inside in the new three-one-one clear plastic cases. This is the only way liquids and gels are permitted to be carried on board the airplane. It stands for three ounce bottles or jars, one- quart size clear plastic case, and one per person.

The add-a-bag strap in front of the wheeled carry on luggage can hook up your briefcase or laptop. This allows you to wheel everything with one hand, and makes getting to gate #15 in concourse "K"a fast and smooth journey. If you are not taking a business case or briefcase, a tote bag can be strapped to the top of your carry on luggage as your personal bag. These totes easily slide over the pull up handle for ease in carrying. The tote will not slide around or fall off during carrying. Tote bags can go under the plane seat while the wheeled carry on luggage will go in the overhead compartment. Women can pack as easily as men in the roomy carry on luggage. These cases hold a surprising amount of clothes and even shoes. Women's items pack even better in handy packing cubes.

Now what if you are going on an extended trip? Carry on luggage will hold all of the important items and valuables. Cameras, laptops, jewelry, and everything of value should be carried with you in this bag. A change of clothing is a good idea in case your luggage is lost or delayed. Any and all medications should be packed in this bag, along with eyeglasses and other necessities. You also need a place to tuck that book or magazine to read during your flight. It's also a good idea to have a snack on hand, because you never know when flights will be delayed. Many travelers now pack of all of their shoes in the carry on luggage in order to keep the weight of their baggage within the new limited weight limits. When you do get to the carousel, your carry on luggage will strap in front of your larger cases, so everything can be wheeled away with ease. Just choose the good inline skate wheels and a locking push or pull handle. It's easy to see why so many travelers are opting for carry on luggage!