Originally Posted by
Gaucho100K
I dont know the specifics about what LAN allows... I suggest you call then so you at least know the rules. As I say above, enforcement is variable, but it is true that LAN tends to run a tighter ship than most and throwing the book of rules at customers happens more often than on other carriers. This being said, a big smile on your face and some people skills come a long way when shmoozing at the check in counter...... good luck!!!
I just looked at their website and -- ouch! The official limits for coach pax are only 20 kilos for checked baggage, and 8 kilos for carry on. And if you go over -- and they feel like enforcing it -- it's an astonishing US$12 PER KILO.
http://plane.lan.com/info_viajes/equ...ina-en-us.html
So Gaucho, how much does a bottle of wine weigh?
What I'm thinking is that I'd do better buying my Mendoza wine in BA after I fly back. AA still is generous on int'l baggage, 2 checked plus a generous carry-on, so I can get it home from there. I presume wine prices in Mendoza are not materially lower than in BA (and could they be higher?).
The only downside is that it seems rude to taste at a winery without buying SOMETHING. How does that all play out in Mendoza?
I'd be inclined to "risk it," but the US$12 per kilo makes that a risky bet.