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✈ How to Pack for a Weekend Getaway With a Personal Item (AARP Article)

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How to Pack for a Weekend Getaway With Just a Personal Item.

Want to avoid baggage fees and still bring everything you need? Here’s how.

By Blane Bachelor, AARP. Published July 25, 2024.

If you’ve traveled on a budget airline lately, you know the no-frills approach means that pretty much everything, including overhead bin space, has a price. Standard carry-on luggage, for example, can cost more than $60 one way depending on the airline and route. But there is a way around baggage fees if you’re willing to rethink your packing strategy.

All major airlines allow passengers to bring one personal item on board for free. Personal items are considerably smaller than traditional carry-on bags, but you can fit a good amount in the space if you get creative. It may be worth the effort if you’re one of the many older adults planning on taking a shorter trip. A recent AARP survey found that weekend getaways were popular among travelers 50-plus planning a trip this year.

https://www.aarp.org/travel/travel-tips/packing/info-2024/how-to-pack-a-personal-item-bag.html

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