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Wizz Air New Hand Luggage

Wizz Air New Hand Luggage Allowance

Wizz Air has announced changes to its hand luggage allowance that mirror those made by Ryanair at the end of August.

Cheapest International

Cheapest Way to Ship Internationally

When it comes to shipping internationally, there are a number of options that you could choose from, but which is the cheapest? Send My Bag takes a look at the various options for international luggage shipping.

Ryanair Ancillary Revenue

Ryanair Earns Billions from Add-Ons

A new report has revealed that Ryanair has earned over £1.7 billion in just one year from ancillary revenue, placing the airline among the top 5 airlines for this type of income.

Delta Fees Increase

Delta Joins United and Jet Blue by Increasing Baggage Fees

Weeks after United and Jet Blue increased their checked baggage fees, Delta Air Lines have now followed suit.

Ryanair Italian Watchdog

Italian Watchdog Investigates Ryanair Hand Luggage Charges

Italy's competition watchdog, Antittrust, is looking into the new hand luggage charges announced by Ryanair in August.

Baggage Handler Theft

Baggage Handler Steals Luggage

A baggage handler in Ibiza airport has been caught on camera going through a passenger’s luggage before stealing a speaker.

Hand Luggage UK Flights

UK Flights: How Much Hand Luggage Are You Actually Allowed?

Airlines are constantly making the headlines these days, due to their ever-changing hand luggage policies. New weight restrictions, size limitations, and the introduction of charges for cabin baggage have turned a simple matter into a confusing one.

United Increase Baggage Fees

United Change Checked Baggage Fees

United has become the next major airline to increase its baggage fees in recent weeks. The changes will affect checked baggage fees specifically. It will now cost $30 to check a bag, which is an increase of $5.

JetBlue Fee Increase

JetBlue Increases Checked Baggage Fees

JetBlue has announced that it is increasing the cost of checking a bag. The price hike will see the cost of one checked bag raised from $25 to $30. A second checked bag will go up from $35 to $40. Most notably, a third checked bag will increase from $100 to a massive $150.

Ryanair New Baggage Rules Nov 18

Ryanair New Baggage Rules for Hand Luggage

Ryanair have again announced new baggage rules. This is the second change to their baggage allowance this year. The change means that the only item of hand luggage that can be brought as far as the gate is one small carry-on item. Currently, a larger 10 kg item can be brought as far as the gate, where it is checked into the hold free of charge.

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Budget-Friendly Luggage Shipping Tips for Students

Save money on luggage shipping as a student! Send My Bag offers affordable, door-to-door service with student discounts. Ship your bags home or abroad, hassle-free.

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13 Weird & Wacky Things That Are Banned Around the World

Discover 13 strange bans worldwide, from not flushing toilets after 10 p.m. in Switzerland to not having a picnic in Venice. It's essential to know local laws and customs, as some countries have unexpected restrictions on items that are legal elsewhere.

Why Athletes Choose Send My Bag for Competitions and Training

Why Athletes Choose Send My Bag for Competitions and Training

For athletes, every competition and training session is planned well ahead, however one area that can often cause headaches is luggage – especially bulky sports equipment. Here at Send My Bag, we’ve made sending luggage and big sports items as easy as possible.

Top 5 Countries to Teach English Abroad

Top 5 Countries to Teach English Abroad

Finding a job teaching English abroad in 2024 should be on your to-do list! The question is which are the best? Some of which don’t even require you to have prior teaching experience.

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How to Avoid Lost Luggage when Travelling

To avoid lost luggage when travelling, take proactive steps using luggage tags, carrying essentials in your hand luggage, and tracking your bags. Here at Send My Bag, we're a reliable luggage courier service that lets you ship your bags ahead, avoid excess fees, and skip the baggage carousel.

Best Cities to Move to in Spain

Best Cities to Move to in Spain

Spain is home to some of the most attractive and liveable cities and Send My Bag have put together a few of them in this blog.