subject: Have You Got The Luggage You Need? [print this page] With air travel perhaps as accessible as its ever been, more and more people are choosing to head overseas in search of some sunshine and leave Britain behind for a while. Air fares have fallen gradually over the last decade or so, meaning that a growing number of travellers have been able to afford the cost of flights. And its not just holidaymakers whove taken advantage of the boom in air travel with links between companies in the UK and on the continent having proliferated since the onset of the global financial crisis in 2008, more businesspeople are flying more frequently.
But wherever youre going, for however long and whatever the purpose of your trip, its essential to make sure you take whatever belongings youll need with you on your trip. After all, nobody wants to traipse around the shops to pick up things theyve forgotten to bring from home, nor do they want to overburden themselves with bits and pieces they arent likely to require whilst theyre away. By doing a bit of forward planning before setting off, you can ensure you dont pack too little or too much and thatll help your whole trip run that little bit more smoothly.
If youve got young children to think about and youre heading abroad for a summer holiday, it can be surprisingly difficult to ensure you pack no more than you know youll need. However, its worth bearing in mind that more and more airlines are imposing tighter luggage restrictions on passengers and thousands of travellers fall foul of baggage restrictions every year. Excess baggage fees are often hefty and can come as a nasty surprise for unsuspecting holidaymakers, particularly those who are operating to a tight budget. By planning carefully whilst packing, you can at least increase the chances of sidestepping these penalties.
Its also worth considering just what type of luggage is best suited to your needs. Regular passengers, for example, will need bags which are sturdy enough to withstand the demands of frequent air travel. Bags can frequently end up being thrown about whilst in transit, and not all baggage handlers show the utmost consideration. So if youre a frequent flyer, it may be worth investing a little extra to ensure you have luggage that wont simply fall apart after a couple of journeys. If, on the other hand, you only fly out to take the occasional holiday once or twice a year, you may wish to prioritise capacity rather than sturdiness. Thats not to say you should skimp on quality, however, and there are plenty of baggage options out there to choose from.
