Holiday Baggage Travel Tips
Holiday traveling breed airport congestion.
Unlike Summer, where there are 3-4 months to travel, holiday travel is confined
to a month and half of airports so congested, you would think the airport
itself is having a Black Friday Sale. Airlines and travel companies are taking
note as well. Recently, Axios reported that while many airlines are adding
flights to popular destinations, consumers are likely to find higher prices and
limited availability. So, we put together a few tips for the holiday travelers
that might help with the preparation:
1.
Expect more congestion at your
destination. On average a third of the population will travel for the holidays.
This year 52% of respondents in a recent survey said they plan on traveling
during the months of November and December. That means it is way better to
avoid large check-in luggage or travel bags, if possible. Being held up in
check-in lines can be grueling during the holiday season. If you can fit
everything into a carry-on luggage bag or travel duffle, that would save series
time.
2.
Expect to spend more money. Per
PWC, holiday travel spending is projected to increase up to 34% in 2023,
compared to 2022. A shortage of rental cars and higher demand for hotels, on
top of inflation, people can expect to pay increased prices across the board.
If you are traveling by air, sending gifts separately from your travel
essentials are the way to go. You can always check-in another gear bag and
stuff with gifts, but we feel sending gifts via mail or shopping at the
destination for gifts will save you more hassles at the airport.
3.
Expect shortages on travel
goods and services. Due to demand, production materials and costs, as well as
supply chain issues across the globe, there will be less travel bags and duffle
bags available on the shelves. Luggage for example is showing out of stock on
many shelves or showing scarce across retailers.
Lucky for you, Duffelbags.com is not having
a shortage on their products. During the month of November and December you get
an extra 10% discount off any travel bag, luggage, duffle bag, or carry-on bag
with coupon code: TRAVEL. At least there is one place that can cater to your
holiday travel needs.