The price you pay for packing too much
by Maylynn Bloom |

Know your airline's baggage guidelines
Not knowing your airline's baggage and fee policies ahead of time can see you hundreds of dollars out of pocket before you even check-in. Most airlines have recently tightened weight and size restrictions on luggage and imposed heavy fees for bags that exceeds the limits. Some airlines charge as much as $200 for extra baggage at the counter! So best to check your fare's rules and regulations regarding luggage before heading to the airport.
For information on general baggage fees across major international airlines, click on Smarter Travel's ULTIMATE GUIDE TO AIRLINE FEES.
Don't blow your travel budget out before you even board. Pack a Scrubba wash bag and reduce your overall luggage. It only weights 145g (5oz) and folds up small enough to fit in your pocket.
Sources for this article include:
http://www.nbcnews.com/business/travel/delta-united-collect-most-baggage-fees-n138796
http://www.marketwatch.com/story/us-airlines-made-335-billion-in-baggage-fees-in-13-2014-05-05
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