kimi317 Posted January 26, 2009 #1 Share Posted January 26, 2009 We are flying from Pittsburgh to Orlando 2/2/09 for our first cruise! I want to take my garment bag as it holds my DH suit and most of my clothes! It seems to be to big to carry on so I wondered if anyone has checked their garment bags and how that has worked for them? I'm stressing on how to accomplish this! Any help would be appreicated!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
runner15km Posted January 26, 2009 #2 Share Posted January 26, 2009 We always check our garment bag at the airport. For added security we use a luggage strap. http://www.travelcountry.com/shop/eagle-creek/security-necessities/eagle-creek-id-luggage-strap.html?RefId=29&RefType=Affiliate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitty9 Posted January 26, 2009 #3 Share Posted January 26, 2009 I always check a garment bag and it's never been a problem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare silentbob007 Posted January 26, 2009 #4 Share Posted January 26, 2009 I always check my garment bag ... which is why I've pretty much stopped carrying it because of airline baggage fees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arwenmark Posted January 28, 2009 #5 Share Posted January 28, 2009 I don't understand why you would think it would be a problem checking it? I mean you may be charged depending on the airline and their policy but that would be true of whatever bag you checked? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted January 28, 2009 #6 Share Posted January 28, 2009 They usually fold in half, so they're about the size of a regular suitcase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG_Steve Posted January 28, 2009 #7 Share Posted January 28, 2009 Just make sure the garment bag is sturdy one that is meant to be able to check it. There are some very light/thin garment bags are meant to really only be used in your car. It should be obvious which you have. The heavier one will have big strong zippers, and clips that hold it folded if you fold it in half. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedicKen Posted January 30, 2009 #8 Share Posted January 30, 2009 Hi Kimi, fellow yinzer here, from North Hills. We will be in Miami and Ft. Lauderdale starting Sunday for our Freedom of the Seas cruise. I agree with the other posters, if your bag is meant to be checked, use it. However, you may get more milage form a bigger bag if you pack it proprerly. Look for "easy pack" or something like that on the web to teach you how to pack the clothes you need. Remember, half the clothes, twice the cash, can't go wrong And don't forget........ GO STEELERS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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