5 AIRPORT SECRETS They Don’t Want Us To Know

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Portable Professional (Travel Tips with Megan)

Portable Professional (Travel Tips with Megan)

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@PortableProfessional
@PortableProfessional 4 ай бұрын
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@letterbox203
@letterbox203 4 ай бұрын
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@CommandoMaster
@CommandoMaster 3 ай бұрын
Didn't know you were from Ottawa.
@jamesburian5203
@jamesburian5203 17 күн бұрын
The gate agent on my recent flight from Columbus OH to Shreveport must love me. Got there 5 hrs early with only a backpack. Noticed there were 2 earlier flights to my first stop, Atlanta. During final boarding of the earliest flight, politely asked the agent if there happened to be a leftover seat I could take. She not only got me a seat, she found me a 4 hr earlier flight from Atlanta to Shreveport. Thanks a bunch, Delta.
@oldguydoesstuff120
@oldguydoesstuff120 4 ай бұрын
Let's recap. Tip 1 - show up late to make it easier to sneak in your oversized or extra carry-on bag. Tip 2 - don't measure your carry-on bag and maybe you can sneak an oversized one on Tip 3 - gate agents might get a small bonus for catching you with an oversized carry-on Tip 4 - use Flight aware to help you show up at the last minute Tip 5 - If you ignore tips 1, 2, and 4, and are cooperative, you might get a better seat. I think I'll take a pass. Here's my tip. If you want to make flying easier, show up early, learn and follow the baggage rules, and don't be a jerk.
@capitalb5889
@capitalb5889 4 ай бұрын
Yes! Most people over pack anyway. Arrive early, with the right bags, and relax at the airport.
@fredjung
@fredjung 3 ай бұрын
Showing up late is a bad idea as you have to go through security and can miss your flight.
@capitalb5889
@capitalb5889 3 ай бұрын
Tip 1 - show up late with too much stuff, and get told that you need to pay a surcharge or you aren't getting on the plane. All in all, this is the worst travel tip I have ever come across. I must see some other videos to see if they are just as dire.
@bigdogpete43
@bigdogpete43 3 ай бұрын
Wasting your time is up to you I suppose. The "get there early" is just a way to generate revenue for the airport.
@capitalb5889
@capitalb5889 3 ай бұрын
@@bigdogpete43 - I would rather be 30 minutes early and read a book than 15 minutes late and miss the flight.
@superdivemaster
@superdivemaster 4 ай бұрын
What seriously annoys me is when i take extra care to make sure my bag is under the limit, but then they let people with these huge bags go through ... there is no way those huge bags could fit in the measure guide at the front of the gate !!!
@ejcash7234
@ejcash7234 4 ай бұрын
I hear you. It happens on every flight that I've taken for the last 3 years. I also hate that when someone boards the plane before you do due to his/her Group Status but he/she is sitting in the back rows but decide to store their bags in the front rows just after business class! This has the effect to force the front row passengers to grab the other bins behind their rows, which creates a domino effect. I who sits in the front row is now force to wait for the passengers seated behind me to leave the plane so that I can work my way to the rows behind me to grab my carry on. That really pisses me off! You hearing this Air Canada?
@marilynkirby-roach187
@marilynkirby-roach187 4 ай бұрын
It makes me mad when people try to sneak on a bag knowing full well it’s too big. They have a size limit for a reason people- if the bag is too big, it won’t fit in the overhead bin. I hate being delayed because someone won’t just check their bag in the first place.
@bwillan
@bwillan 4 ай бұрын
@@ejcash7234 I hear you. The flight attendants should be monitoring people loading to make sure passengers are putting their carry on luggage very close to their actual row they are assigned to.
@BangaloreAviation
@BangaloreAviation 4 ай бұрын
@@ejcash7234politely ask around your seat whose bag it is, and if no one responds, then just remove it from the bin and place it on the floor. Trust me the owner will come running.
@Kittycats26
@Kittycats26 4 ай бұрын
Yes! Totally agree. This had happened to us several times. People blatantly taking cases that are way to big for that particular airline
@bgcyclist
@bgcyclist 4 ай бұрын
We experienced a 2-day delay in Newark. We were on standby 3 times and still no flight. We approached a gate agent who was dealing with some very unruly people. She focused on us just to get those people off her back. We told her we had 3 airport options and would travel separately. She not only got us 2 tickets the next day on the same plane but got us seats together! She even printed them right there. This saved us from standing inline for the 4th time at customer service for 2 hours. We did spend another night in the airport but did get out on time the next day. Gate agents can be a great help.
@PortableProfessional
@PortableProfessional 4 ай бұрын
Nice! Safe travels!
@dannydaw59
@dannydaw59 4 ай бұрын
That sounds like Delta with their delays because of the crowdstrike system malfunction.
@bgcyclist
@bgcyclist 4 ай бұрын
@@dannydaw59 no. It was United 2 years ago. Horrible experience.
@workingrich8464
@workingrich8464 4 ай бұрын
Did you thank mayor Pete, the secretary of transportation?
@sallyanon5382
@sallyanon5382 2 ай бұрын
​@workingrich8464 how is it the government 's fault?
@davidnovakovich5583
@davidnovakovich5583 4 ай бұрын
The selfish people trying to “sneak” on oversize carry-ons are probably the same ones who won’t walk 15 feet to return a shopping cart to the corral.
@jimlangdon6703
@jimlangdon6703 4 ай бұрын
F•••ing right. I hate when I find someone’s cart against my car. Lazy asses
@annhenriques3520
@annhenriques3520 4 ай бұрын
Actually, my brother and I get to the airport 2-1/2 to 3 hours before our flights, and are seated by our gate 45 minutes before as well. He has anxiety issues, so arriving early help. I also schedule things so we have a 2 - 3 hour layover between flights. Getting to the gate early is essential if you actually want a seat. Since we use only 1 small carry-on for medications, snacks and an extra change of clothing, we have no worries about being asked to gate check a bag. Frankly, airlines should make everyone gate check oversized carry-ones.
@autumnsevens8969
@autumnsevens8969 4 ай бұрын
I agree that I'd rather get to the airport 3 hours early and relax rather than wait til the last minute and be stressed.
@barose1
@barose1 4 ай бұрын
I get to the airport at least 2 hours early as well. I hate the thought of running to the gate at the last minute.
@johng4093
@johng4093 3 ай бұрын
Most people prefer to see rules enforced, it's the most fair way to treat everyone the same.
@arrow9293
@arrow9293 3 ай бұрын
I believe in Canada it is 2 hours for domestic flights and 3 hours for international flights. However, this might have changed since the last time I flew was before COVID. I might need to check the departure suggestions as they might have changed (I.E. when to arrive at the airport).
@mysteryrgo
@mysteryrgo 3 ай бұрын
@@arrow9293 it's exactly the same here in the U.S. Arriving 90 minutes to 2 hours is perfect when you don't have priority access to baggage & security. Those lines can move at a snails pace. We fly dom 1st (AA), use priority and STILL arrive about 90 minutes early. We prefer to be relaxed before boarding. Locate our gate, and then look at somewhere to have an adult beverage and light snack. The Red Cow at MSP (D concourse) is our favorite.
@terry_willis
@terry_willis 4 ай бұрын
Air travel today (for the masses) is like taking a NY subway home during rush hour. It's an ordeal.
@karlk9316
@karlk9316 4 ай бұрын
More governmental control, poorer quality service, higher prices. Most of this is unnecessary, ideologically or politically driven, or outdated.
@oneseeker2
@oneseeker2 4 ай бұрын
Boeings falling out of the air
@goldgeologist5320
@goldgeologist5320 4 ай бұрын
True words! It is an ordeal.
@mudhens4ever
@mudhens4ever 4 ай бұрын
Agreed. Flying anymore is a real pain
@doritattias3404
@doritattias3404 4 ай бұрын
It’s like you know you need to pay for where you’re sitting and all the extra fees that’s why a lot of people don’t even fly anymore so many other ways to go on vacation….
@PhantomObserver
@PhantomObserver 4 ай бұрын
Honestly the best way to avoid trouble with some of these is to make sure you do have a proper sized carryon. It goes back to something mentioned in an earlier video: check the carryon requirements of all the airlines your trip involves, and use the carryon that meets the strictest of those requirements. And keep a strict limit on any souvenir or consumable purchases you make at your destination so that your carryon doesn't swell past what's allowable.
@RetroDiver
@RetroDiver 4 ай бұрын
I'd recommend going one step further and getting luggage that is smaller than the airline's specified baggage dimensions. Also if the airline has a weight restriction, pack about 1/2 lb less as a buffer for scale error.
@robinps52
@robinps52 4 ай бұрын
@@RetroDiverExcellent recommendation!
@alisonshanahan1237
@alisonshanahan1237 4 ай бұрын
Post dirty clothes home. You don't pay tax on used clothing. Also wear old comfortable shoes and throw them away before packing your bag.
@strumminronin
@strumminronin 4 ай бұрын
​@@alisonshanahan1237 Yep. If appropriate, bring tatty clothes, ditch at destination, buy replacement there, bring those home to stay "clothing neutral".
@TruthinLove
@TruthinLove 4 ай бұрын
I ship home the souvenirs
@randomperson-ii8jo
@randomperson-ii8jo 4 ай бұрын
I have zero problem with airlines enforcing size limits. I never exceed the limit, and I get upset with oversized cases hogging up the available bin space. The fact that your video, regarding size limits, is a "beat the system" by hiding and being dishonest, does you no credit. No, I don't have any problem with gate agents getting a bonus for identifying oversize luggage. One of my pet peeves is passengers "personal" item being too large to fit under the seat (which they have to know) and they stow it in an overhead bin, again using up space for other passengers who want to stow their actual suitcase. Thank you to the commenters who already stated that the best way to avoid problems with carry on luggage is to know the rules and ensure your baggage complies with the rules. All the rule scammers do is make it take even longer to board the plane. P.S. if you cannot personally lift your luggage into the overhead bin, check your bag.
@alphaomegamom3591
@alphaomegamom3591 4 ай бұрын
Plus it's a bit paranoid, I used to work the gates and was never thinking or told to do these things
@allanquiros6787
@allanquiros6787 4 ай бұрын
Agree 100%
@Omniryu
@Omniryu 3 ай бұрын
On top of, for most airlines, gate checking a bag is free. Especially if THEY ask you to. Budget airlines probably charge tho
@martinshillitoe4735
@martinshillitoe4735 3 ай бұрын
Well said
@GMAMEC
@GMAMEC 3 ай бұрын
I agree to disagree. I will say that counting a hip bag or small purse (about the size of a cell phone or wallet) shouldn’t be counted as a personal item. In many cases, they are used because it is faster to access your id, boarding pass, money or credit card.
@wmschooley1234
@wmschooley1234 4 ай бұрын
Read the baggage rules before hand. Follow the rules. Pack accordingly. DON'T try to game the rules and then complain you've got to pay a penelty.
@Sharylanne
@Sharylanne 4 ай бұрын
The lady advised to show up a day early to resolve your bag issues if worried! Come ON!!!
@len801
@len801 3 ай бұрын
What happens to those things you are not supposed to put in checked baggage? Batteries immediately come to mind. We are told to put this in our carry on and now they want us to check it in? Sounds a bit arbitrary to me.
@SanDeE2130
@SanDeE2130 2 ай бұрын
@@len801 Use a small backpack for items like laptops, batteries and such, which can easily be taken onto the plane as carry on. It's not that difficult to figure out. No need to take a full ass suitcase as carry on with you for stuff like that!
@len801
@len801 2 ай бұрын
@@SanDeE2130 I wrote (quite clearly, I think). . . "We are told to put this in our carry on and now they want us to check it in?" I think the words "carry on" would describe a "small backpack", no?
@SanDeE2130
@SanDeE2130 2 ай бұрын
@@len801You are not required to check in a small backpack. They will ask to check bigger bags/cases for space. Are you deliberately being dense?
@roythomas1108
@roythomas1108 4 ай бұрын
I'm rooting for the airlines when it comes to carry on bags. Every one trying to push the limit, or sneak something through causes issues with boarding time and takes overhead space that is no allotted to them.
@vgshwk
@vgshwk 4 ай бұрын
Not many want to check a bag when it may take 45 minutes to get your bag I have been there. Also if you have a tight connection you run the risk of not getting your bag at your arrival.
@Sharylanne
@Sharylanne 4 ай бұрын
Well they should stop destroying checked bags and then I’d be more readily want to check a bag.
@DarkandStormyNight01
@DarkandStormyNight01 4 ай бұрын
​@Sharylanne And theft. There's been problems with checked bags being opened behind the scenes and pilfered, as well as lost. I have meds that I can't afford to have stolen or lost; so I put them in my carry on, along with my laptop. Being an unsecured, soft carry on (back pack); should I be forced to gate check, I'm pretty sure it'll arrive with med bottles busted and pills all over, and a busted laptop & mouse... IF they're even still in there. The mistrust is high, due to past experience.
@briancampbell5534
@briancampbell5534 4 ай бұрын
Totally agree with you. It boggles my mind that people break/skirt the rules for their own benefit at the expense of others. It becomes a race to the bottom. Anyone advocating tips to negatively impact others (ahem this youtuber) is at best childish and at worst an awful human being.
@TheOfficialABHS
@TheOfficialABHS 4 ай бұрын
It seems people feel entitled to whatever they want; rules are for others, not them. Stop being so cheap and pay to check luggage or fly Southwest. If the time you wait to claim your luggage is an issue, you are cutting it to close.
@kimberlysmiley4732
@kimberlysmiley4732 4 ай бұрын
It ticks me off when people CHEAT, leaving people who follow the rules (me) without room for my bags, and uncomfortable seating. Follow the rules and everyone feel better.
@HermannHimelheiken
@HermannHimelheiken 4 ай бұрын
Don't snivel Kimmie
@mysteryrgo
@mysteryrgo 3 ай бұрын
@@HermannHimelheiken thanks for confirming you're 1 of those LOSERS that try to cheat the system.
@danielbass1234
@danielbass1234 Ай бұрын
@@HermannHimelheiken Don't be a DICK Hermanie
@lewis20002000
@lewis20002000 4 ай бұрын
I used to be a flight attendant, so I can tell you that on average about 1/3 of passages usually have oversized carry-on bags, if the flight attendants and gate agents stick to the exact letter of the dimension of the carry-on bags that 1/3 of pax would have to check their bags, and of course that would be a bit of a PR problem. It's not only the oversized carry-on bags, but the shape and durability of the bags(from hard-shells bags that don't give much to squeeze into the overhead bins and can't go under the seat,,,,,to some pax using garbage bags/fancy laundry bags. On top of that there's those pax that don't want to be told what to do. Yes, they're times that the airlines seem to crack down more, but trust me they don't do it as much as they would like. keep in mind that the 2/3 of pax with "normal" carry-on bags can be held up and displaced by that 1/3 that have the "not-normal" oversized bags and those pax see and many times don't appreciate the small minority within that 1/3 that think the rules don't apply to them. Even if you manage to get an oversized or difficult carry-on pass the gate agent, you're still going to be taking away space and time from someone with a normal carry-on bag. I don't know anything about the $10 for the Frontier gate agents, but I am surprised they're getting a bonus for something that is ALREADY a part of their job. Remember the faster the place boards, the faster we're out of there.😇
@marcielston3019
@marcielston3019 4 ай бұрын
Flight Aware is a MUST for travelers who want to know the real situation.
@daylightdaylight6612
@daylightdaylight6612 4 ай бұрын
I use flight radar 24
@KassiaPoties
@KassiaPoties 4 ай бұрын
Most airline employees use both FighterAware and FlightRadar24. Both have a chance of being inconsistent.
@derbagger22
@derbagger22 4 ай бұрын
@@daylightdaylight6612 Anything that is being updated through ATC is what you want. I use Flight View.
@beverleygibson1394
@beverleygibson1394 4 ай бұрын
In Europe we are so used to strict rules for carry on. I am amazed at how much other countries allow so much carry on. It slows everything down!!
@usetherightbrain.
@usetherightbrain. 4 ай бұрын
so true , my last European Vacy in 2019 I had a regulation sized carryon ( for America), was told "no go for that", had no problem checking it, but was very embarrassed at the gate and learned my lesson and now always meticulously check the airlines regulations before even packing, and also repeatedly check the airlines seating plans to see how full the flight is, to gauge my stress level for a regulation carry on. If I do not want to check a bag for my trip, I just learn to live with the very little that can fit into a bag "that can go under the seat in front of you", which is quite liberating really.
@lynnebattaglia-triggs1042
@lynnebattaglia-triggs1042 4 ай бұрын
I wish they’d charge for carry-on and NOT for checked bags. Not only does it slow everything down, but it’s dangerous :some of those huge bags that people put in overhead bins are not intended to be up there, those locks can’t hold everything.
@AlexChama
@AlexChama 3 ай бұрын
​@@lynnebattaglia-triggs1042They should charge for both and the difference should be fairer than "all or nothing" on overstepping 1 centimeter. The whole fees drama around flying is utter horse crap.
@bun04y
@bun04y 2 ай бұрын
I was surprised when we flew to Europe by the personal item size restriction because we we boarded our flights there was more than enough room for the personal items we are allowed in the US. And yes we took a much smaller plane when we got to Europe.
@rickbruceroche2038
@rickbruceroche2038 2 ай бұрын
@@lynnebattaglia-triggs1042, so, you believe that, as a 90% disabled American Veteran, I should pay more because I have a case with my CPAP, a backpack for my portable oxygen concentrator and my night continuous oxygen equipment? Really?
@gcorriveau6864
@gcorriveau6864 2 ай бұрын
"Secret 3 - They lie..." I have to protest this one. While you usually give pretty good information, accusing the agents of lying is uncalled for. The actual situation is that they don't KNOW all the details of why a flight is delayed. Usually, even the dispatcher in the 'Ops Center,' who has the most complete view of the Big Picture will have the best guesstimate - but even he or she is working on a huge puzzle with many moving pieces! So - they are doing their best to provide the most helpful information! Calling this 'lying' is unwarranted and a simplification of a complex situation. Just my view - based on a 30 year career as an airline pilot. Thanks for your posts - they are usually excellent.
@sf3413
@sf3413 4 ай бұрын
I honestly like the commission. I follow the rules and if others don't they should be put in compliance. Otherwise, they may take up space that other passengers could use.
@neilmckay8649
@neilmckay8649 4 ай бұрын
My annoyance would be when the rule is not applied consistently, being applied to passengers of a different nationality to that of the gate staff member 😢 for example
@johng4093
@johng4093 3 ай бұрын
Every carry-on should be checked for size, treat everyone the same.
@neilmckay8649
@neilmckay8649 3 ай бұрын
@@johng4093 agree, but across the globe cultural norms may result in this not always happening. And running out of time before boarding ...
@yvetteblack9370
@yvetteblack9370 4 ай бұрын
Aussie here - 2 hours needed before check in for Domestic travel - 4 hours needed before International travel Carry-on luggage includes any handbags to be under weight required Super strict; No Bullshit allowed
@_DROM_
@_DROM_ 4 ай бұрын
Yeap. I had a guy at American Tourister help me get a carry-on that would fit most airlines restrictions. He was part of their Australian CS team and said a lot of people contact them confused by the lack of a standard size for cabin luggage. I was flying Qatar and Latam, and even thou they are partners flying to South America, their carry-on sizes were very different. Bizarre!
@trishgrant2715
@trishgrant2715 4 ай бұрын
3 hours for international at Aussie airports.
@missflix919
@missflix919 4 ай бұрын
4 hours????
@guyh9992
@guyh9992 4 ай бұрын
If you want to beat the queue at Sydney airport for international flights you arrive four hours early. Flying to Vietnam recently there were plenty of family groups with large amounts of luggage that all had to be checked in already there and that was 3 and a half hours before the flight.
@catherinekilgour2563
@catherinekilgour2563 4 ай бұрын
I agree. Some airlines, I learnt the hard way, are super strict about carry on bags. I was flying domestic within New Zealand, on an Australian owned airline, every carry on bag was weighed and those that were ok were tagged as checked. Anyone else had to pay a hefty fee or go check it in with a lesser fee but you still had to come back through security and hope you didn't miss your flight. I now always weigh my carry on before leaving home and again before going through security if I'm concerned that I was close to the weight before adding my lunch (with a drink). Time needed before the flight depends on which airline you are flying with in New Zealand as you don't need to go through security for all of the gates at some airports. So it pays to check beforehand.
@bubbamalone4
@bubbamalone4 4 ай бұрын
I completely agree with Frontier incentives to their workers to ensure rules are followed. I pay to check a bag and carry on a small backpack that the overhead bins are filled with oversized luggage and then I'm asked to put my backpack at my feet while the person with the over sized bag has great legroom free of a bag.
@carolb.6785
@carolb.6785 4 ай бұрын
I wish more airlines followed Frontier incentives program for bagage allowance.
@KansaSCaymanS
@KansaSCaymanS 4 ай бұрын
Frontier charges for a carryon as well. I’m kinda surprised they don’t charge for the personal (under seat) item also since they charge you for everything else like advance seat selection and even ticket agent assistance.
@johng4093
@johng4093 3 ай бұрын
A personal item is all I need for a 5 day trip, can be fairly large but not too thick... flexible soft side works better than rigid.
@hiviolet007
@hiviolet007 4 ай бұрын
I think it’s great that gate agents are getting bonuses for checking oversized bags. Passengers can be very inconsiderate with the overhead bins. I personally never use the overhead because of this reason and that I’m short. My carry on fits under the seat.
@vgshwk
@vgshwk 4 ай бұрын
There are seats where you can’t put a bag underneath due to the seat brackets.
@j.kristineemmons
@j.kristineemmons 4 ай бұрын
It's the idiots putting their backpacks and other small or awkwardly shaped items up there.
@vgshwk
@vgshwk 4 ай бұрын
@@j.kristineemmons there are some places on a plane where you can’t store under the seat luggage like exit rows and some seats because of seat brackets there is no room at all.
@2405jacko
@2405jacko 4 ай бұрын
It's very simple...comply. I'm with the Airlines on this one. It is unbelievable how much crap people bring with them on the plane. Especially when they fly to the islands for a week or so.
@monkeygirl55
@monkeygirl55 4 ай бұрын
Yes! You see some people with these giant bags taking up all the bin space. Makes me crazy. Just follow the airlines luggage guidelines then you won’t have to lurk in a dark corner before boarding.
@2405jacko
@2405jacko 4 ай бұрын
@@monkeygirl55 Exactly, I've been asked by the gate agent before to get my carry on checked , out of courtesy for free, just to free up some room in the overhead bins. Usually this happened on direct flights to the islands. Like Jamaica, DR, Cuba...etc.
@johng4093
@johng4093 3 ай бұрын
Pack light and avoid the hassle of lugging around heavy objects on your vacation.
@BigBrother-op6wq
@BigBrother-op6wq 4 ай бұрын
I avoid these issues by always checking my luggage. I do bring a laptop bag but that's it. The amount of crap some people try to bring onboard is insane.
@LL-ii3fy
@LL-ii3fy 4 ай бұрын
I've learned this lesson. Great advice!
@sardi114
@sardi114 4 ай бұрын
Many people don’t like the hassle of having to wait in baggage claim, damaged luggage, or worse yet, lost luggage
@carlcson8928
@carlcson8928 4 ай бұрын
That's great advice..until it's not, because your luggage has been lost and you're standing in another country with no clothes other than the ones you're wearing..😟
@BigBrother-op6wq
@BigBrother-op6wq 4 ай бұрын
@@carlcson8928 That is the chance I take and I have been fortunate so far. Everything critical is in my laptop bag, what's in my checked bag could be replaced if necessary.
@BigBrother-op6wq
@BigBrother-op6wq 4 ай бұрын
@@sardi114 I'm willing to trade having to wait in baggage claim for not having to fight with other passengers over bin space.
@thebigmon
@thebigmon Ай бұрын
I have a crazy idea. Why not just bring the right size carry-on to your flight, arrive early and not have to worry about st^pid stuff. That's what I do and I travel for business twice a month. It works great.
@MJ-hl1kk
@MJ-hl1kk 2 күн бұрын
@thebigmon LOL, what a crazy, common sense idea!
@richbednarski2338
@richbednarski2338 3 ай бұрын
Re 1-3: Crazy thought. How about just following the carry-on rules in the first place.
@richardzelinka9411
@richardzelinka9411 4 ай бұрын
No problem with the bonus so long as the oversized bag policy is applied to all travelers in and even-handed manner. Frankly, it annoys me to see passengers come onto planes with humongous duffels or rollaboards that clearly exceed the size limits and that have to be placed lengthwise in the overhead bin, denying another passenger bin space. I never check luggage, even for a month away, because I travel light, and I shouldn't be forced to check my regulation-sized carryon because the airline allows bin hogs to flout the rules.
@polishtheday
@polishtheday 4 ай бұрын
Apparently the crack down on checked luggage means it’s a good idea to be at the front of the line for boarding because some airlines now refuse all carry-ons once the limit is reached. It’s unfair to those of us who have always travelled light. My next trip will likely be with a small pet in the cabin and I wonder how that will complicate things. It used to be so easy as all I had to do was make sure I had all the papers for the vaccinations and recent checkup and book well in advance, telling them I had a pet.
@lonesomelenny7606
@lonesomelenny7606 3 ай бұрын
Quick tip on rolling luggage. The wheels pickup carpet fibers and other debris. I pull out anything I can with an old pair of tweezers and then spray silicone on the swivel and wheel axle. The luggage rolls and manipulates easier.
@dennisspackman7147
@dennisspackman7147 4 ай бұрын
This past fall/winter I did a multi country trip starting in Western Canada. Southern Florida, Belize, Guatemala, Cuba, Peru and Ecuador. Quite a few flights. Every single there were people that obvious over sized bags. Also many people that had personal items that were as big or larger than their carry on luggage. Yes it happened every single flight and never once did I see a gate agent question or call out anyone. Personally I support stricter control of carry on luggage or larger items. I often board near the end and quit often there is no room for my carryon, often in my opinion because there is lax compliance with carryon rules.
@elund408
@elund408 4 ай бұрын
I have no problem with the southwest $10 kickback, it compensates them for having to deal with Karens who bring oversized bags and insist on carrying them on the plane, trying to get a space in the overhead is tough due much to the many oversized bags used for carry on. With out the $10 they are much less likely to fight that battle.
@MJ-hl1kk
@MJ-hl1kk 2 күн бұрын
@elund408 I would say, 'Kens' more than 'Karens'! Duh.
@Xia-hu
@Xia-hu 4 ай бұрын
Try not arriving two hours early in Istanbul, for example, where there is a double TSA check, one at the airport entrance and one later on, and then try catching your flight - good luck to you. I was there 3 hours before my flight and had to RUN to the gate.
@653j521
@653j521 4 ай бұрын
This is about not sitting at your gate a long time. Arriving there is another story altogether. A lot of planes change at Istanbul to or from the states. How much time does that require? Would more than three hours be safe or would two-three hours cover it?
@Xia-hu
@Xia-hu 4 ай бұрын
@@653j521 I don't know about layovers. I flew to and from Istanbul, and on Sabiha Gökcen Airport the whole queuing was a nightmare. I was lucky I was there 3 hours and 20 minutes before departure. after the entrance TSA check I also had to queue a lot to drop baggage (and I already had the tag printed!) and then I had a nightmarishly long passport check queue, and then another TSA queue. I had a few minutes to buy a bottle of water, and then had to rush to the gate. and this was in october which isn't even high tourist season.
@SaraSilva-id8js
@SaraSilva-id8js 4 ай бұрын
​@653j521 from my experience in march, 1hour at least for a layover. And you will have to run and hope there is not a queue on the control
@SaraSilva-id8js
@SaraSilva-id8js 4 ай бұрын
​@@653j521replied, but somehow removed the tag, sorry
@ralf-peterberg1083
@ralf-peterberg1083 4 ай бұрын
Indeed, the problem is the security check at the airport entrances. This delays everything. For transit PAX, Istanbul International is ok, especially if you’re connecting within the same airline group. Then, also the walking distance between the gates is short enough for a one-hour stopover. But if you’re changing from domestic to international flights, I’d recommend at least 2hrs stopover time. Take care that you’re really changing on the same airport! Taking the bus from Sabiha Gökçen to Istanbul Intl. adds at least an extra 2 hours - under best traffic conditions… Spend some extra money on a reasonable airline and try getting stopovers in Abu Dhabi or Dubai instead. Much faster and better service quality. Even European stops (avoid Frankfurt and Amsterdam) are better than a stopover in Turkey - unless you wanna spend a few days to enjoy the wonderful people and their amazing food (seriously!).
@im1who84u
@im1who84u 19 күн бұрын
I worked for three major airlines over a twenty-year period. Yes it’s true we do _size up_ the passengers in the gate area before boarding but I never thought of it as a _best kept secret._ It is done so we can efficiently board the plane for all the reasons you mentioned but you left one out. An on-time departure also benefits *all* the passengers who need to get where they are going too. I had a passenger I was checking in at the ticket counter that was going to Nairobi. I had already warned him at check-in that he was only allowed two carry-on bags and that this was a full flight, there will be no extra room. He assured me he was *NOT* hiding extra bags somewhere else in the airport that he was going to bring to the gate later and try to get them on. I told him that I was also working at the gate and would be making sure no-one was bringing extra bags. At the gate I watched him get on and he only had two bags. As the plane continued boarding there was a hold-up. I went on board to see what the hold-up was and *IT WAS HIM* trying to find room to put an extra bag he had snuck past me. I can only guess he gave the bag to someone else to carry on for him. This plane was completely full, the aisle was full of people, the overhead compartments were full, and I was red with anger. I finally worked my way towards him and read him the riot act right there with everyone there to hear me telling him how selfish and inconsiderate he was by trying to sneak this extra bag on and now because of your inconsiderate and selfish behavior everyone on the plane is going to be late and may miss their connections because you lied to me and were only thinking of yourself. I took the bag from him and tagged it to be picked up at Chicago baggage claim, his connecting city and *NOT* his final destination which would have been the correct way to tag the bag. Good luck leaving the secured area at the Chicago airport, finding baggage claim, waiting for you bag, waiting in line again to check your bag this time like you should have done the first time, waiting in line again to go back through security, finding your gate for your international flight, and having enough time to do all of this and still make in time to get on your international flight. Was it worth it? 2:38 I do this one all the time. Mainly because there is usually another gate area nearby that is less crowded. I really have to take issue with you repeatedly saying we are keeping secrets from the passengers and that we have things we don’t want them to know. That simply was not the case for the twenty years I worked for the airlines. Of course for security reasons there are plenty of things we don’t want passengers to know or have access to and there is no reason for them to know or have access to this sort of information anyway. For example, we have code words we use that if a passenger where listening to us talk would only think we were having a normal conversation. Some people might feel a little uneasy if they knew we were transporting a dead body with the cargo below them, or eyeballs, kidneys, a human liver, lungs, or a human heart in the cockpit for transplant at a destination hospital. You are just misleading your audience by telling them we are sneaking around keeping vital information from them. It’s just not true. When I know a plane is going to be hours late, I don’t tell my passengers it’s going to be fifteen minutes late. I tell them it’s going to be hours late, I’ve printed out food vouchers for you to go get something to eat, and keep your eye on the flight schedule screen for updates in case we are able to get out earlier….. because we will leave without you if you are not here.
@brentsummers7377
@brentsummers7377 4 ай бұрын
If the airline does allow a free checked bag I'd say take it! Being able to get on the plane with a tiny back pack that easily fits under the seat in front, is very stress reducing!😀
@petek5523
@petek5523 4 ай бұрын
Ya get what you pay for 😅. Stop trying to scam the airlines and you won’t get hit with “hidden charges “. Spend a bit extra when you’re flying, it’s totally worth it 🎉
@lizcademy4809
@lizcademy4809 4 ай бұрын
And NEVER leave your politeness at home! A smile, several "Thank you!"s and an understanding that the current crisis is as bad for the crew as it is for you, goes a long way in getting you the best service the gate agents can provide.
@petek5523
@petek5523 4 ай бұрын
@@lizcademy4809 agree 💯! That goes for all service providers, whether it’s a gate agent or a customer service representative. Being kind goes a long way ☺️
@johng4093
@johng4093 3 ай бұрын
​@@lizcademy4809Always good advice. 🎉
@RossJacobs
@RossJacobs 4 ай бұрын
I actually think carry-on baggage is not policed enough. It drives me crazy that people walk on a plane with big bags that barely fit in the overhead locker. I carry a small backpack with just essentials and a laptop and am forced to put under the seat in front thereby reducing my leg room, simple because people fill the overhead locker with big bags (and sometimes 2 or 3 bags). I think airlines should reduce the size of allowed bags to be carried on to a plane so that everyone has access to overhead space for essential items.
@SanDeE2130
@SanDeE2130 2 ай бұрын
100% this. I despise every single passenger with their huge-ass carry on cases taking up all the space in the overhead bins. The airplanes are cramped enough as it is.
@terryschima4964
@terryschima4964 4 ай бұрын
I’m not opposed to gate agents getting extra pay, but if an airline wants to nickel and dime me instead of one price for everything in the flight, I look for another airline. Those airlines who nickel and dime customers need to learn the KISS principle, and stop being deceptive.
@KassiaPoties
@KassiaPoties 4 ай бұрын
It's not Nickel and Diming. It's pay what you need. What people don't realize is that these low-cost airlines only charge you what you need so that they can keep the tickets low. Many don't realize that there are ways to avoid being charged for every item. Most of the low-cost airlines have bundles that are still cheaper than major airlines and allow you to have checked luggage, carry-on, overweight, and even priority boarding. That's why you do your research before even buying your tickets for any travel. It's also why services such as Expedia aren't as helpful as people think.
@_DROM_
@_DROM_ 4 ай бұрын
Even Emirates is doing it. Are you gonna stop flying all together? This is a phenomenon called Enshittification. Companies now have 3 tiers of Economy class, 4 different types of seats in Economy... They all do it =(
@terryschima4964
@terryschima4964 4 ай бұрын
@@KassiaPoties​​⁠Good to know, but why don’t airlines advertise these things? Research is something most people won’t do. It seems to me that if airlines wanted to sell maximum tickets, they would advertise these things, and then customers would be more inclined to research to take advantage of those things. I never heard of those options, so I never even considered those budget airlines (since I don't fly naked). Since they don’t advertise those things, and since I’ve never seen those options reported by the MSM, I’m guessing it’s hidden or at least difficult to find.
@terryschima4964
@terryschima4964 4 ай бұрын
@@_DROM_Don’t expect to stop flying, but maybe the tyrants will make it so cockamamie and oppressive that we all will stop flying.
@KassiaPoties
@KassiaPoties 4 ай бұрын
@terryschima4964 I can't tell you why they don't always advertise, but I do know that Frontier advertised for their GoWild! Passes for a while, which you pay for unlimited flights during the summer. Just going to the website should tell you what they have to offer.
@cachecow
@cachecow 4 ай бұрын
You should do a video on how bags being sold as carry-on are an inch or 2 larger than the actual specifications for carry-on After checking Frontier and Spirit airfares, If you pay for a bag and a seat you can fly any "real" airline for the same price, and not have to fly Greyhound
@Taniz7683
@Taniz7683 2 ай бұрын
Agreed!
@rich4thestarz
@rich4thestarz 2 ай бұрын
Wife and I decided on buying carry-on luggage that fit the strictest of international requirements. People be cramming in lots of stuff in their carry on or bringing extra items with no regard for others nowadays. Also, carry-on that are already extended should automatically be gate-checked.
@dragonflame9615
@dragonflame9615 4 ай бұрын
I am 10000000000% for this carry on crack down! I've traveled 2 times this year and a good amount of carry on bags I saw were HUGE! they barely fit on the over head and I even saw someone nearly drop there carry on bag on another passengers head taken it out of the over head bin it was so heavy! I know carry on only the new travel hack and it does make things much faster and easier as a passenger but there are limits set on carry on bags for a reason, If airlines are not going to enforce them then what's the point? being 1 or 2 inches over the size limit is ok but it being a dam near full size bag in the overhead bin is ridiculous!
@lavetaloca7790
@lavetaloca7790 3 ай бұрын
came here to say what everyone else is saying. Thus video sux because it's telling people how to cheat and screw the rest of us for following the rules. I will not watch another video from this channel
@bryansipes3601
@bryansipes3601 4 ай бұрын
I do not have a problem with gate agents being paid a commission for enforcing oversize bag rules. I always check my bags and pay for my checked bags. What irks me is seeing so many people, trying to game the system, bringing their bags to the gate and then hogging all the overhead space with their suitcases. And then by the time the rest of us get on, there is no space in the overhead for my laptop bag.
@timmotel5804
@timmotel5804 12 күн бұрын
Good Day. Interesting. Thank You & Merry Christmas
@ajc-ff5cm
@ajc-ff5cm 4 ай бұрын
I think the biggest issue people have with the carryon crackdown is consistency. If the gate agent offers to check your bag to your destination you can avoid the extra fees most of the time.
@capitalb5889
@capitalb5889 4 ай бұрын
This should be re-titled "how to arrive late, get into stressful arguments about how big your bag is and potentially miss your flight".
@royhenson9833
@royhenson9833 4 ай бұрын
Great idea. Force people to comply with baggage rules. Check oversized bags shouted the norm
@PortableProfessional
@PortableProfessional 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@funnybookworm09
@funnybookworm09 4 ай бұрын
I feel like if you follow the rules then you don’t have a problem and don’t have to stress about it.
@mediumrick7667
@mediumrick7667 4 ай бұрын
Most airlines have essentially ignored their own guidelines for carry-on luggage for too long. This has led to abuse of the rules with too many passengers. I'm glad they're finally cracking down and enforcing their own rules.
@PortableProfessional
@PortableProfessional 4 ай бұрын
I agree! Safe travels!
@superdivemaster
@superdivemaster 4 ай бұрын
The commission is OK. You could call it a "Stupid Fee" for folks who are trying to sneak in a larger bag ... I seriously get annoyed when they let people in carry-on, and their bags are huge, and cause a delay when they really do not fit in the overhead bins !!! I got the greatest small hard case luggage which is only 12x8x19" tall !!! it is so easy !!!
@ReneeSmalley
@ReneeSmalley 4 ай бұрын
I am a retired F/A you are doing nothing but making the boarding experience worse for the crew.
@duckypam
@duckypam 4 ай бұрын
Right? Good grief
@capitalb5889
@capitalb5889 4 ай бұрын
​@@_DROM_By teaching people how to game the system b
@_DROM_
@_DROM_ 4 ай бұрын
@@capitalb5889 you actually believe these tips work?
@_DROM_
@_DROM_ 4 ай бұрын
@@capitalb5889 my comment keeps getting deleted. I was just trying to say these tips don't work
@jeffstillwell6802
@jeffstillwell6802 23 күн бұрын
Im on the crew and I like it!
@nanemoon9968
@nanemoon9968 4 ай бұрын
First thing I do upon arrival is place myself in front of any official clock, like at the departure table and take a nice selfie. Proofs I was there early enough. I check a map of the airport days ahead and mark restaurants or cafe's that have good reviews. See what is close to the gate and enjoy
@barryhaley7430
@barryhaley7430 4 ай бұрын
A couple of years ago when checking in with Air Canada the agent insisted I verify my carry-on fit the device. My annoyance was that my bag is an Air Canada carry-on logo bag. It did fit. Oh, and that was at Business Class!
@andreas4268
@andreas4268 2 ай бұрын
For what you pay in business class they need to move on to another guest to harass about their bag. I have been approached a few times while early at the gate and politely say” it is within the standard of carry on measurements as I’ve already ensured that before I purchased it and that I am in Business class”. They move on without issue. I also think that it has become more of an issue when all the start up travel after Covid and loss of baggage and pandemonium around it made people shift to carry on versus checked.
@delwoodbarker
@delwoodbarker 4 ай бұрын
1) I use flight aware for free and love it. 2) I use my rollaboard to roll my under-seat bag to the gate, and check my rollaboard there. This allows me to catch an earlier flight, and be sure my bag gets on the same plane! 3) I try to avoid the overhead bin. Then I can sit away from the crowd and walk up to get on last. Last is best!
@ameliaclark5792
@ameliaclark5792 4 ай бұрын
I just had a flight on Flair airlines that wanted me there 3 hrs ahead of flight. It was a one hr flight from Kelowna to Edmonton. I was there on time and the staff wasn’t even there yet.. when they did show up late I then had to wait until they booted up their computers. I couldn’t add a bag online ( not my fault) but they charged me more at the counter to do it! I will never ever fly Flair airlines again. Plus I’ve tried a few times to call was on hold for over a hour with no answer. Get it together Flair!
@tazman572
@tazman572 4 ай бұрын
Flair is a low-cost airline. You get (got) what you pay for.
@josephfarrugia2350
@josephfarrugia2350 4 күн бұрын
@@tazman572 no excuse for that behaviour of the airline; it's bordering on fraud. Such dishonest airlines love suckers like you.
@angelofamillionyears4599
@angelofamillionyears4599 Күн бұрын
You forgot to tell viewers the most important fact. Planes only have LIMITED overhead capacity !!! Many passengers just do not GET IT!!
@fuzzylon
@fuzzylon 4 ай бұрын
Basically, gate agents are motivated to get flights away on time - and I'm right behind that.
@kellygreen5556
@kellygreen5556 Ай бұрын
SEE IF YOU FEEL THAT WAY WHEN A GATE AGENT DECIDES THE EMPTY BINS ARE TOO FULL FOR YOUR CARRY ON JUST TO SPEED UP BOARDING
@peterb6282
@peterb6282 4 ай бұрын
If I understand correctly, the gist of this video is " the rules airlines have introduced to increases the likelihood the plane will be loaded efficiently and depart on time is bad for customers"...Got it.
@ronhadfield2418
@ronhadfield2418 22 күн бұрын
Except the new rules never increase efficiency! I’ve been flying for year’s and the whole flying experience becomes more miserable as time goes on.
@tigerlilly1545
@tigerlilly1545 4 ай бұрын
I don't think it's a good idea to try to trick the agents by arriving late to the gate. If you can't afford to check in an oversized bag, then stay home.
@_DROM_
@_DROM_ 4 ай бұрын
It's a horrible idea in a lot of countries. I had my grandma, a 94 y.o woman, almost left behind in Rio because my uncle wanted to have dinner at the airport. They got to the gate about 20 min before take off, doors closing. Her bag didn't pass inspection by half wheel. He had to run to check it in, delayed the flight by several minutes and I bet with you he didn't learn his lesson. He laughs telling the story. You can't trick them with the bag thing. They have those cages next to the gate for a reason.
@Henning_Rech
@Henning_Rech 4 ай бұрын
USA is always cheating.
@Edino_Chattino
@Edino_Chattino 3 ай бұрын
​@@_DROM_I guarantee you most airlines wouldn't wait. He got lucky.
@_DROM_
@_DROM_ 3 ай бұрын
@@Edino_Chattino absolutely. That's why I'm telling the story. That was pure luck
@ekdaufin1485
@ekdaufin1485 3 ай бұрын
She didn’t say late. She said on time.
@ay5667
@ay5667 4 ай бұрын
I have anxiety so we always arrive 4hrs early for international flights. Baggage check-in lines are shorter and TSA lines may be shorter too. We pack the smallest carry-on with our valuables.
@ronhadfield2418
@ronhadfield2418 22 күн бұрын
Going 4 hours early would cause me to have more anxiety. That’s crazy!
@JayCaesar
@JayCaesar 4 ай бұрын
Always, always, always treat airline personnel (any service industry personnel, really) with courtesy, respect, and patience. You never know how long a day they've already had, or how many entitled people they've already dealt with. A patient attitude and please/thank you go a long way with the person who can decide whether or not you get that seat on the plane/next available table/last tickets at the cancelation line.
@peggywoods4327
@peggywoods4327 3 ай бұрын
Yes Yes Yes!! I always treat service personnel with the utmost kindness, respect, patience, and understanding. The kindness you show just might be that last-minute boost that person needs to survive that shift. I also try to give compliments and/or encouragement if I've witnessed them suffer an unruly customer. I've been in some sort of customer service practically my entire adult life, so I understand their side. The percentage of folks that display rude and/or entitled behaviors keeps increasing, unfortunately.
@BillPeschel
@BillPeschel 4 ай бұрын
We're preparing for our trip to Britain soon. We've bought new luggage in the proper size for the airline, and a scale to weigh the checked-in bag once packed. In short, we're complying the airline's rules, and so long as the gate agents are not misweighing or missizing bags to earn the commission, I'm happy that other people have to comply. (Our son recently flew told us about the number of passengers who abuse the rule, making it harder for the rest of us to get our bags aboard.) Gee, what a concept: enforcing the rules.
@luvmyrecords
@luvmyrecords 4 ай бұрын
I travel with small musical instruments in my carry-on. If that bag needs to be checked, there is no point in my travelling. My solution is to take a small bag designed both to fit those two instruments, AND to fit under the seat in front of me. I pack it in my carry-on, so that if I must gate check it, I can do so without worry. There is room in that little bag for things I'd rather not check, like my charger, medication, etc. My clam shell is the second bag to my tenor saxophone. I go to the gate a little early to ask outright about the tenor, the case for which is set up to withstand the gate checking if it becomes necessary. More often than not, because I ask, nearly always, they allow me to try the overhead, where its slim design allows it to fit more often than not. Just as often, they offer to ask a flight attendant if it could be put it in a first class or flight attendant's closet. Certainly, a tenor saxophone is longer than the average carry-on, but if I'm flying to a performance, there may not be time to find, much less go to a repairman before work. (Thank goodness, when I've had to gate check it, the people always have been careful, but there's always that first time.)
@AJStarhiker
@AJStarhiker 4 ай бұрын
I've also heard about people who will buy an extra seat and prearrange to have larger instruments secured with them in the cabin.
@luvmyrecords
@luvmyrecords 4 ай бұрын
@@AJStarhiker Yes, generally, it's cellists who do this.
@petergajda3732
@petergajda3732 4 ай бұрын
I also have found that arriving early and volunteering information about “out-of compliance” carry-on baggage can result in empathy from gate agents. Also from customs officers upon arrival.
@luvmyrecords
@luvmyrecords 25 күн бұрын
​@@AJStarhikerFor cello players, especially, it's often written into their contracts. Checking a very fragile instrument, whose bow alone can cost more than a luxury car is not an option. For the rest of us, if we have to buy an extra ticket ourselves, it might not make the trip worth it anymore.
@luvmyrecords
@luvmyrecords 25 күн бұрын
​@@petergajda3732Yes, that's what I do.
@missbilbybadinage1199
@missbilbybadinage1199 20 күн бұрын
Carry on; I usually faux pack and use the size thing near the entrance to the building a few days before to make sure it fits. Also while in the public area, ask a rep from the airline to look at my contents so nothing gets confiscated on the day.
@DuffyGabi
@DuffyGabi 4 ай бұрын
The $10 commission is a great idea.
@robertthompson7270
@robertthompson7270 4 ай бұрын
murphy's law is that if something may go wrong it probably will go wrong, so don't bring oversize bags, and allow for unexpected delays such as 2 hour traffic jams on the way to the airport. I have never regretted arriving "too early" but have had some bad experiences arriving just on time and nearly missing the flight. There can be some nice things to do at the airport anyway.
@humor1012
@humor1012 4 ай бұрын
Anyway the airport it's the last place where I want to have an argument...
@mitchk2981
@mitchk2981 4 ай бұрын
I love the phrase “all customers are treated fairly.” What the really should say is that “all customers are treated badly.”
@jessicastevens5782
@jessicastevens5782 4 ай бұрын
the last 3 flights I've taken, the gate agents announce really early in the boarding process that everyone else is going to have to gate check b/c the plane is full, but when we get on, almost half of the overhead bins are empty. they should be able to tell based on the type of plane and number of passengers which boarding groups will have to check, but the way they're enforcing it is WAY off, but at least 3 groups.
@breadroomghost8764
@breadroomghost8764 4 ай бұрын
We flew to London on a 777 and they told everyone to gate check their bags. We didn’t and on that flight, like yours, the bins were half empty.
@lorihamlin3604
@lorihamlin3604 4 ай бұрын
Last two flights they announced all wheeled luggage had to be checked. I had a small underseat wheeled bag and large purse. I decided to ignore, claim I didn’t hear, whatever. Half of overhead bins were empty. Since I was last group to board I put my wheeled under seater in bin closer to front of plane so I could get off plane easier. People really abuse the carryon rules. I saw a family of five that had the three small children with regulation size carryons and personal bags that took forever to get all bags stowed and de boarded. I was furious that I almost missed connecting flight thanks to their bs. Just pay for one checked bag and save everyone your grief.
@KassiaPoties
@KassiaPoties 4 ай бұрын
They tell you this for weight and balance. That means the plane is full, but there are not enough bags to compensate for the weight. This is actually for your safety. If the plane doesn't balance at takeoff then the results will be fatal.
@kellygreen5556
@kellygreen5556 Ай бұрын
They lie just to speed up boarding and if you pay for a ticket that allows a carry on bag, you should not have to check it
@jeffstillwell6802
@jeffstillwell6802 23 күн бұрын
Remember, when they make the call there are bags in the aisle still rolling in and we have to make an educated guess and it HAS to be on the conservative side. If ya can't travel light and move fast, take ground trans...
@reginabaldwin7543
@reginabaldwin7543 4 ай бұрын
Dear Portable Professional: In light of the carry-on crackdown, can we get another video about the best carry-on luggage pieces that meet most airline requirements. Thanks. Love the advice!
@Acheron2010
@Acheron2010 4 ай бұрын
I remember when flying was enjoyable.
@roberttrinies7698
@roberttrinies7698 4 ай бұрын
I remember when flying was a cigarette smoke filled nightmare!
@briant3404
@briant3404 4 ай бұрын
flying was expensive.. it's not expensive. luxury comes at a price
@653j521
@653j521 4 ай бұрын
I don't remember a time like that. I remember in 1964 when overbooking was routine but not yet widely known. My mother checked the reservation for confirmation several times before the flight but was still told at the gate they didn't have enough seats for her whole family. My mother, always the lady but determined to make this flight, quietly asked, "Which of my children do you suggest I leave behind?" Way to go, Mom! We all got on. I don't know what made them think everyone booked wouldn't want to go to Phoenix from the icy north at spring vacation. (We were moving, not on holiday.)
@Xia-hu
@Xia-hu 4 ай бұрын
flying was available to the well-off only. so yeah I get you enjoyed it
@marceld6061
@marceld6061 4 ай бұрын
@@Xia-hu Ha! I started flying as a teenager and paid for my own trips. This was in the 80s. I flew across Canada many times over the years. It's never been beyond the means of anyone willing to work for it if you stay in Economy. We now fly first class when available, and yes, it seems quite a bit more expensive (by comparison) but, we could choose to save by flying Economy. Our physical restrictions (from injuries) make it painful to fly without the extra room and amenities business class offers.
@garyodle5663
@garyodle5663 4 ай бұрын
I used to work in Customer Relations for a major airline. You have no idea how many phone calls I got from people complaining that the gate agent said the flight was delayed for an hour or so but left in thirty minutes instead. Thinking that one hour delay was gospel people would wander away from the gate to go shopping, get something to eat, or to imbibe at a bar only to find out that their airplane was gone when they returned to the gate. If gate agents give these floating delays it is because they don't want the passengers to miss their flights. Heaven knows they've seen too many miss them due to not staying at the gate and they want to prevent it. Bottom line: Gate agents are doing a good thing with floating delays. They are helping you to not miss your flight.
@loriwilliams5737
@loriwilliams5737 4 ай бұрын
Flight delays should be identified honestly to the passengers. As an international traveller my travel insurance will pay for an Airport lounge if the plane is delayed 2 or mor hours.. by not telling me this upfrount I would lose out on this travel perk.
@markc3977
@markc3977 4 ай бұрын
I've flown Frontier twice but never again. Total chaos at 2 different airports. I asked a question (not about carry-ons) and got screamed at by, not 1, but 2 agents. To be fair, they were screaming at almost everyone, so it wasn't like they were singling me out. Maybe instead of giving them commissions, give them the support and training they need.
@boatlover1875
@boatlover1875 4 ай бұрын
First, I think people should just follow the rules. Many of the rules are for safety. Weight is a big factor particularly on smaller planes. I worked for AA a few years ago, we didn't get money for making people check bags. Secondly, when every one brings on giant bags, overhead space runs out and causes delays to check these bags after the fact. I think the baggage fees suck but you get to decide if you want to pay them or not. That is merely part of the fare you pick. Many airlines have a sponsored loyalty card that has no fee and gives you some sort or rewards and a free checked bag. Just like eveything else, you will get what you pay for. Want free bags, pay higher fares. Want a lower fare, pack smart.
@Skylane2005
@Skylane2005 3 ай бұрын
Totally makes sense regarding Frontier, and probably Spirit....
@WWTormentor
@WWTormentor 4 ай бұрын
I believe what luggage control should start at the security check point. If your bag doesn’t fit inside the container, then they should not allow you to take it through security.
@derbagger22
@derbagger22 4 ай бұрын
Flight Aware and Flight View not only can show you where your previous flight is, it can also tell you any changes occurring if you're sitting on the plane, waiting to depart. Any change runs through ATC and gets updated on these sites. I ALWAYS know what my flight plan is before the captain tells me. And if I have wifi, that also means during the flight, too.
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@kokoacloud9664
@kokoacloud9664 20 күн бұрын
I don't mind that the agents get a commission for making people comply with the luggage size. I've been tired of people getting over.
@codeblue9004
@codeblue9004 4 ай бұрын
Why is there always an issue with the size of carry-on bags? All companies that make these should be told that they have to be a certain size and not bigger.
@653j521
@653j521 4 ай бұрын
But then all airlines have to agree on the size.
@brightboxstudio
@brightboxstudio 4 ай бұрын
The flaw is complex: Different airlines have different requirements, that can vary by aircraft, and the rule can change over time. For example, I did exactly what you said…I carefully bought the correct carry-on size and it worked fine. But the reason there became “an issue” with my bag is that I bought that bag many years ago and over time the airline carry-on restrictions became tighter and tighter. The old bag is still in almost-new condition so I would like to continue flying with it, but the only reason I had to buy a new bag two years ago is that the old one does not conform to *today’s* carry-on requirements.
@peregrinepickle
@peregrinepickle 3 ай бұрын
As far as I'm concerned, they can give a $100 bonus to agents who enforce the carryon rules. People with oversized carry on luggage are the bane of air travel.
@Michael_Livingstone
@Michael_Livingstone 4 ай бұрын
Thank goodness for the carry on crack down. Just check your bag already. This is especially true for business trips as the company is paying for the ticket anyways.
@scottmochinski5447
@scottmochinski5447 Ай бұрын
Good stuff! Well done!
@ghyslainabel
@ghyslainabel 4 ай бұрын
Here is a little known viewer secret: "Stick around for number 3" sounds like an insult. I already clicked on your video. I already started watching your video. I am interested to your video. Why are you saying to stick around? Are you saying the secrets said before 3 are worthless? And if they are useful, why do you think I will stop watching the video? Is your video that bad? Just go on to the secrets without a lengthy intro.
@robertgraham2656
@robertgraham2656 2 ай бұрын
Money is a great incentive to get people to do the right thing, whether it's a bonus for enforcing the rule or a penalty for breaking the rule. Good for Frontier.
@ortizroided7587
@ortizroided7587 2 ай бұрын
fk fronteir....garbage airline
@renferal5290
@renferal5290 4 ай бұрын
My flight home was very full and they were very appreciative of my volunteering to gate check my bag. It went to my final destination and I wasn't charged. I also was very impressed with the landing at SFO. It was so smooth that I hardly even felt the plane touch the ground. I was flying United
@breadroomghost8764
@breadroomghost8764 4 ай бұрын
Landing at SFO is a beautiful view, too
@renferal5290
@renferal5290 4 ай бұрын
@@breadroomghost8764 It is indeed :)
@joeperrone6677
@joeperrone6677 4 ай бұрын
What is really missing the the USA at least, is standardized rules for carry-on an personal items sizes. Most of the airlines use the 22"L x 14"W x 9"H or larger (SWA & Frontier 24" x 16" x 10") for luggage, but on personal items (most allow standard computer backpacks with a minimum size of 18"h x 13"w x 9"d), United is the real outlier with 17"h x 10"w x 9"d - much smaller than any standard backpack. My carryon luggage is a TravlePro Maxlite and have never had an issue and personal item is medium sized Wenger Backpack 17" x13" x 9" and have been asked to measure it several times - it always fits.
@PortableProfessional
@PortableProfessional 4 ай бұрын
It can be frustrating with all the different size regulations. Looks like you found the right fit for you! Happy travels!
@sct4040
@sct4040 4 ай бұрын
Other than a personal bag, I think all bags should be checked, and the price included in the ticket. I am sick of being nickel and dime.
@johnhouchins3156
@johnhouchins3156 4 ай бұрын
I'd agree with you if only the airlines didn't have a propensity for losing baggage. Having said that, I DO make sure my carry-on meets the requirements. I travel a LOT, and have learned to pare down what I bring with me so that I DON'T have to check in bags.
@RandyGiven
@RandyGiven Ай бұрын
Good stuff! Thanks!
@PortableProfessional
@PortableProfessional Ай бұрын
No problem! Glad you liked it!
@nikij.6058
@nikij.6058 4 ай бұрын
In my experience, when it’s a full flight the gate agents ask for people to check their bags to make sure there is room. There is no charge for this. This is also on Delta which I have found to be a better experience than the rest of the carriers.
@benhaze1010
@benhaze1010 4 ай бұрын
Yes. This is misleading and a bit irresponsible from this youtuber.
@653j521
@653j521 4 ай бұрын
@@benhaze1010 It isn't irresponsible to give people a heads up on what they might encounter.
@greggpurviance7252
@greggpurviance7252 4 ай бұрын
​@@benhaze1010what is misleading? Also, the gate checked bags can't be oversized. They have to be carry on sized, or they go back to the expensive regular checked bag.
@benhaze1010
@benhaze1010 4 ай бұрын
@@653j521 It is irresponsible to show tricks how to go around rules that are there good good reasons. That is why flights are delayed many times now.
@marceld6061
@marceld6061 4 ай бұрын
@@benhaze1010 She was clear that it was specifically the *one* airline and to watch as others may soon follow suit.
@tuvia4082
@tuvia4082 4 ай бұрын
Thanks Megan, always great info.
@PortableProfessional
@PortableProfessional 4 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@shannonshepherd5365
@shannonshepherd5365 4 ай бұрын
Last month I flew out to Illinois to surprise my mom for her 80th birthday and having not flown in 15 years found many of your tips extremely helpful, however I don’t intend to fly again anytime remotely soon but here I am still watching your videos. 😂 What trickery is this?
@IDNHANTU2day
@IDNHANTU2day 4 ай бұрын
The Airlines give you $35 dollar. The trouble started a few years ago when the airlines told passengers they would give them $35 dollars if they do not check in any luggage. Now you have a family of 4 each carrying a heavy neck breaking Suitcase into the passenger compartment, along with a stow-under-the-seat bag. Wouldn't it be nice if everyone just got on the plane with maybe a small notebook pouch?
@californiaglo9666
@californiaglo9666 4 ай бұрын
I just don't understand why people do not want to check in their luggage, unless you have a connecting flight and not enough time. I try to book direct flights or a 2-3 hour layover. I personally do not like carrying luggage around the airport; just my purse and small tote with meds, tablet and undergarments in case of an emergency. Thank you for the great tips. 😁
@nikij.6058
@nikij.6058 4 ай бұрын
Looks like you’ve been lucky and not had your luggage lost. Once that happens to you, you would likely not check your bag. It’s a nightmare.
@tamathacampbell4985
@tamathacampbell4985 4 ай бұрын
There are a few factors that play into this: the purpose of the trip, the destination, the starting point, and what you are carrying. Some items are not permitted in checked baggage. And it's just not wise to let some other items out of your sight: medications, some types of valuables, the really-hard-to-find specific plushie for the nibling, etc. Anything you might need before your luggage is found and anything you can't replace. The more connections, the more likely the checked baggage gets waylaid, and it can take several days to get it back (if ever). For some starting points, direct flights are only an option to one or possible two "hub" airports. The same problem can add a leg or two on the destination end, too. A change of clothes in the carry-on can make a huge difference. In the cases of "I've been travelling for more than 26 hours, and still have another connection", fellow travelers sitting nearby might appreciate that change of clothes, too. ;) We probably agree on the basic concept here, with differences in exactly what goes in the small tote. :D Safe travels to you!
@canyonoverlook9937
@canyonoverlook9937 4 ай бұрын
I check my bag too. I don't like bringing a bag around the airport, although now it is easier with wheels. They should charge for carry-ons if so many people want to carry-on.
@marcielston3019
@marcielston3019 4 ай бұрын
I do not wish to have my camera equipment or anything else I own mauled or stolen or lost. Batteries and med supplies cannot be checked. Also my smaller, most expensive SCUBA gear and prescription mask. Don't be so judgmental. Stuff that can't be replaced easily on my trip will be ON the plane within my reach. Thanks.
@annhenriques3520
@annhenriques3520 4 ай бұрын
⁠@@marcielston3019nothing they wrote was judgemental, unlike yourself. While you bring up excellent reasons for some to have a carry-on, many people with carryon-ons just don’t want to pay for checking luggage or don’t want to wait at the luggage carousel .
@miclucs
@miclucs 4 ай бұрын
I like the commission idea, I'm always very careful to check that I have the correct size and weight carry on.
@venom5809
@venom5809 4 ай бұрын
I always sit in an empty area nearby and go to the gate when it gets close to boarding time. Never had a bag issue ever.
@PortableProfessional
@PortableProfessional 4 ай бұрын
Great! Happy travels!
@debracook8859
@debracook8859 17 күн бұрын
I am a frequent traveler, and I always check my bag. I don’t mind waiting for it to come off the belt, and it saves me having to store it in the overhead bin and remove it. I’d rather spend a few extra minutes waiting for my check bag, then exerting all the energy it takes to carry it through the airport, onto the plane and store it. I like to relax when I fly. I don’t wanna work if I don’t have to work. So many people prefer to carry to save a few $$ , causing slowdowns and congestion with boarding and exiting. They save $$ but it costs me time. Personally, I think if airlines just cut the baggage fees in half more people would just check their bags and less people would chose to carry on. So a lower fee to check a bag would solve the problem for airlines and most travelers.
@DailyEdwards
@DailyEdwards 4 ай бұрын
I have no issue with an airline offering incentives for its gate agents to check oversized carryon bags. At the least, it’s annoying when so many passengers are bringing these large bags on board just because they don’t want to check their luggage. if gate agents are incentivized to cut down on that, I’m all for it. Also, Ollie sighting! He makes every video better.
@PortableProfessional
@PortableProfessional 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@NerdsTravels
@NerdsTravels Ай бұрын
This is such nonsense. Carryon size allowances aren’t a secret, or a surprise. They’re clearly listed on every airline website. Honest question for those trying to sneak extra large bags in: why do you think you’re entitled to more storage space than everyone else?
@Lucas-kp9ws
@Lucas-kp9ws 4 ай бұрын
I'd like to see more airlines drop checked luggage fees. For instance, offer a smaller/lighter checked luggage size with no carry-on. Thus, a basic economy ticket holder could bring the same weight, gain priority boarding, and speed the entire boarding process. Checked luggage fees leads to more oversized/overweight carry-on that leads to slow boarding.
@patrickdeady410
@patrickdeady410 4 ай бұрын
Another wonderful video! Thanks, Megan!!
@KismetKat11
@KismetKat11 4 ай бұрын
I was just on a very empty Southwest flight that obviously had plenty of room for things, but I’d forgotten to put my small crossbody purse (with my ID and wallet) back in my backpack. They called me on it (which is totally ok, it’s a rule and I know they’re doing their job). I was just surprised. Also, it does not matter how small my suitcase is, even if it fits all criteria, Lufthansa will find a way to make me check it. Just a heads’ up they’re very, very picky. Next time I’m in Germany I will buy a suitcase there. Maybe it’s the brand I have that annoys them? I’m just kidding. They just really enforce the rules and standard carry on bags in the US are too big for their criteria.
@davidfrischknecht8261
@davidfrischknecht8261 4 ай бұрын
The last time I flew was in June of 2019. I flew from EWR to BUR via DFW on American Airlines. When I was boarding the plane, one of the attendants told me to set my carry-on aside and they would load it in the cargo hold at no extra cost since there was extra room in the hold.
@gissellechen4074
@gissellechen4074 4 ай бұрын
YES! NEW VIDEO PERFECT TIMING!! IM GOING ON VACATION IN 2 DAYS AND THIS HELPED A LOT!
@erinj1360
@erinj1360 4 ай бұрын
Bon voyage!
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