Travel
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Southwest Airlines now charges for checked bags for most customers
Southwest Airlines, once a bastion of free checked bags, is now charging most passengers for luggage, a move poised to significantly boost its already substantial $2 billion annual take from bag and s
Best Backpacking Gear Essentials for Beginners
A single ultralight backpack can cost nearly $400, but beginners can find reliable, functional options for less than half that price.
Top Travel Essentials and Packing Tips
At 58, Nicole Kidman was spotted traveling in ballet sneakers, a choice that quietly ushers in an era of lightweight, practical elegance in travel.
Top 5 Travel Packing Essentials for Organized Trips
An empty carry-on can weigh a startling 10 pounds, devouring a significant chunk of an airline's weight limit before a single item even finds its place, as reported by The New York Times .
Top 3 Packing Tricks to Maximize Weekender Bag Space
While the average traveler checks two bags for a week-long trip, one minimalist journeyed through Europe for two weeks with just a 25-liter weekender, pocketing $120 in saved baggage fees.
Expert Packing Essentials for Space-Saving Travel
Flight attendants Aura Martinez and Ally Case routinely witness passengers hauling impractical items onto flights, revealing a widespread disconnect in efficient travel packing.
6 Essential Carry-On Features & Packing Tips for 2026
Paying for a carry-on at the gate can cost up to $100, a fee that can be easily avoided with the right bag and a well-honed packing strategy.
Space-Saving Travel Hacks for Packing Light
At a major travel gear retailer, packing cubes now feature an extra zipper, allowing them to expand like an accordion and nearly double their storage space.
Top Fourth of July Deals on Tech, Home, and Travel
For the first time ever, Apple's new AirTag (2nd Gen) is available at a discount, signaling an unusually aggressive Fourth of July sales season.
Top 2 Summer Travel Essentials for Adventure
During a three-day summer trip, with temperatures often pushing into the 80s, the Yeti Tundra 65 cooler maintained an 80% ice retention rate, even with frequent opening, according to Outside...