When I first got introduced to the wonderful world of air transportation, things were pretty friendly. A kind word or genuine smile would easily get an overweight suitcase past the scale and on board of the plane, without paying any extra fees. It does seem that mentality has changed. Nowadays I’m having issues getting any sort of luggage on board without paying, regardless of whether it’s overweight or not. It appears that most airlines have adopted a model where I pay for even my first bag that is well within their weight and size restrictions.
How to avoid surprise airline fees
How to avoid surprise airline fees
How to avoid surprise airline fees
When I first got introduced to the wonderful world of air transportation, things were pretty friendly. A kind word or genuine smile would easily get an overweight suitcase past the scale and on board of the plane, without paying any extra fees. It does seem that mentality has changed. Nowadays I’m having issues getting any sort of luggage on board without paying, regardless of whether it’s overweight or not. It appears that most airlines have adopted a model where I pay for even my first bag that is well within their weight and size restrictions.