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hstrybuf
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Posted: Sun May 25th, 2008 12:50 am | 1st Post |
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Updated 11:44 a.m. CT, Wed., May. 21, 2008
As summer travel season approaches, the hottest accessory for airplane passengers isn’t a new pair of noise-reducing headphones or a chic eye mask for the red-eye. With airlines like United and American charging for a second checked bag, and travelers bracing themselves for flight delays, the must-have is a carry-on bag that’s functional, stylish, and can fit more than a couple of magazines and a quart-size.
“Folks don’t want to check bags anymore,” explains Steven Jacaruso, C.E.O. of LeSportsac. “We’re all trying to maximize our time, and rather than waiting a half hour to receive your bag, [if you avoid checking] you can just leave. Also, you can spend significant dollars on something only to find it damaged. And there are the horror stories you hear about losing your bags.”
To meet customer demand, carry-ons have become roomier, lighter, and more fashionable. Handbag makers are offering luggage-like pieces and finding that they sell well; meanwhile, luggage companies are bringing a stronger sense of style to their lines.
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/24728708/
Slide Show: http://www.portfolio.com/slideshows/2008/5/Carry-On-Options
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Posted: Sun May 25th, 2008 01:04 am | 2nd Post |
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Some of those are really expensive! 
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Posted: Sun May 25th, 2008 04:13 pm | 3rd Post |
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Last flight I took nothing, and it was the strangest feeling...
Aircrapcan is weighing everything now, and including it in your total weight... it's becoming a real pain.
DH carryon bag 3 weeks ago was 4 pounds over and they wanted $75. for it.
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Posted: Sun May 25th, 2008 05:08 pm | 4th Post |
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Denise, that's why they call them "designer" bags! 
Sheila, things are getting ridiculous with the airlines. And they can get away with it since some people have no other option but to fly to their destination. It stinks!
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