GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — Major airlines like United and American have hiked up their baggage fees, and travelers are not excited to pay extra fees. And if you'll do anything to avoid those additional ...

Last year, domestic airlines collected $7.1 billion in luggage fees. There are several reasons for the overpacking epidemic, ranging from insecurity to inexperience. Here are a few pointers to help ...

Ever dragged an unbelievably heavy suitcase down a cobblestone street or tried to shove one into the trunk of a tiny taxi? If so, it’s probably not a pleasant flashback. Now, imagine breezing through ...

Packing for a trip is hard enough, but squeezing everything into just a single carry-on can seem nearly impossible. Luckily, there’s a hack that’s useful for any packer — and it will help you avoid ...

Road trips are among the best types of vacation. But they're difficult to pack for. Eliminate that problem with these minimalist road trip tips.

Few things bring me more joy than seeing my next scheduled trip in my planner, but between flights, accommodations and excursions, traveling isn’t cheap. To avoid an extra credit card charge, I try to ...

Lala Kent’s Minimalist Packing Hack Is So Virgo-Coded Vanderpump Rules alum Lala Kent reveals the versatile staple she wears on repeat, her go-to heels for comfort, and the structured mindset behind ...

Welcome to Jet Set. Below, see our favorite travel items and accessories right now. Annie Sheehan for Observer Welcome to Jet Set, a recurring feature in which we highlight our favorite accessories ...