Cases weighted?

[holidaydude]

Going to be joining QE shortly.

According to our paper work our luggage limit is 20kg.

Has anyone experienced their cases being weighted? If so what was the outcome if overweight?

Thank you

[Cunard's Queen]

This is a courtesy to the porters, not a policy. You will have no issues should your bags exceed the "suggested weight limit."

 

Keep in mind, if flying, you will pay overweight baggage fees for most airlines should it exceed your allotted amount.

[fantasy51]

Of course, you can take as many cases as you like! This is a good option if you are not flying.

 

The cases are not weighed but if they were way over the limit, and therefore unsafe for the staff to lift, you could be called to the dock to repack your case. I have never heard of it happening. This wording covers the line in case someone goes over the top. Don't try to pack a steamer trunk, for example.

 

My cases would normally be a bit over the 20kg and no one ever complains. I can lift them into a car so I think they are okay.

 

When my friend tells me he'll stow away in my luggage, I point out to him that he can't do so unless he loses a lot of weight, because of that 20kg weight limit.

Edited March 21, 2015 by fantasy51

[Underwatr]

The airline weight limits are typically 50 lbs as opposed to above Cunard's 20kg (44 pounds) limit. Generally no one gets flagged at the pier for their luggage weight.

[Salacia]

The airline weight limits are typically 50 lbs as opposed to above Cunard's 20kg (44 pounds) limit. Generally no one gets flagged at the pier for their luggage weight.

 

Well, that's certainly good to know!

[MicCanberra]

Well, that's certainly good to know!

 

Yes, I don't think it will affect us as we fly domestic (AUS) first but it is good to know anyway.:D