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Singapore Airlines separates its baggage policies/fees into 2 categories: by weight (for most routes) and by piece (for all routes to/from the U.S.). This is an important concept to be aware of when attempting to calculate your baggage expenses. If…

Emirates baggage policy can be a bit confusing when it comes to its allowance for carry-on items, using the word “handbag” instead of “standard carry-on bag” or “overhead bag.” These “handbags” however, carry the same size restrictions we usually find…

EL AL has a fairly standard baggage policy when it comes to allowances for checked luggage (1 in economy (excluding the Lite Fare), 2 in premium economy, and 2 in business). However, you’ll pay above-average fees for each piece over…

easyJet is another airline whose baggage fees are dependent upon which point in time you buy your allowance. This means you’ll save money if you purchase your bags online simultaneously with your ticket. easyJet Carry-on Allowance 1 underseat cabin bag:…

Frontier is one of the few airlines that currently charges a fee for standard carry-on bags and each checked bag (there are no automatic inclusions). With Frontier’s baggage policy, these fees increase with time. So, to save the most money…

Korean Air has a pretty standard baggage policy when it comes to allowances. The number of complimentary checked bags and pricing for additional bags will vary by destination and a number of other factors. Korean Air Carry-on Allowance 1 personal…

ANA has a generous baggage policy in comparison with most airlines — even economy travelers get 2 bags included in their base fare. However, if you’re traveling with overweight or oversized bags, it’s important to note that ANA will charge a…

ITA Airways’ basic baggage policy follows a general trend: free carry-ons plus traditional inclusions for checked bags (1 for economy, 2 for Comfort Economy, ITA premium economy, or business). For ITA Airways, added fees get more complicated when it comes…

While Allegiant Air offers budget base ticket pricing, you’re likely to owe more than you might expect in baggage fees. For example, Allegiant charges a fee for standard carry-on luggage, which increases in cost the longer you wait to purchase….

Avianca’s baggage policy trends along the general lines of other large carriers. Your first 1 to 2 checked bags are included (depending on cabin class/destination), with fees charged for additional pieces above your allowance. In addition to those for overweight/oversized…

When it comes to carry-ons, Air France and KLM have straightforward baggage policies that could even be considered on the generous side if you’re flying in a premium class. The checked bag policy for each airline is a bit more…

Air Canada’s baggage fees are fairly straightforward when it comes to the first couple of standard bags. However, you’re guaranteed to fork over some cash in the overweight/oversized area. Make sure you’re packing within the maximum limits to avoid hefty…

In comparison to other airlines, AeroMexico has a pretty straightforward policy when it comes to baggage fees. It’s helpful to note that if your route does require payment, the first two bags are relatively inexpensive and you’ll definitely save a…

British Airways utilizes a pretty classic baggage allowance system, dependent on cabin class. Fees for additional luggage per piece depend on when you purchase your baggage allowance, your cabin class, and lastly (at times), whether you’re flying out of Gatwick/Stanstead…

Cathay Pacific has a generous baggage allowance policy across the board. You’ll notice even carry-on bags get a higher weight consideration with each bump up in cabin class. A perk pertaining to overweight baggage is that you’re paying in excess…

Hey Y’all! Welcome back to our UP Series – An Extensive Guide to Travel Resources! For our third installment, we’ll be discussing some great resources to help you out with organization. Now, while some of you may already consider trip…

Welcome back, friends! For UP’s second post in the Travel Resource series, we’re embarking on a journey into Accommodations-land and man, it is LARGE! You might enjoy staying at one specific hotel chain consistently, or you might love dreaming of boutique…

It’s often unusually difficult to track down phone numbers for specific airline departments. Sifting through page after page of web information and attempting to find the right contact can be frustrating, not to mention a waste of time. That’s why…

Welcome to the first installment of UP’s series on travel resources. In this post, we’re diving into what’s out there in terms of finding flights, comparing flights, and monitoring fares. Interestingly enough, you’ll find that many of these great resources…

Let’s delve into a brief lesson on the basic concept of OTAs vs. metasearch engines. Previously, these terms were fairly straightforward to define, but technology has progressed and there are now many ways in which these services overlap. We’ll do…