Originally Posted by
ft101
Indeed, but the guy with the checked bag still pullled up next to you at the first red traffic light.
At LAX? I'm more likely 15 miles away by the time someone with checked bags get to the curb. Getting into LAX lately is a pain. Getting out is very fast, especially at my typical arrival times.
Originally Posted by
lhrsfo
- I hate being encumbered with lots of clutter in an airport - I have a roll-a-board laptop bag cum briefcase and that's it.
A second bag isn't really clutter, especially if it's relatively light because it just has some clothes in it.
Originally Posted by
Cloudship
I do, however, pack just to have carry-on only. I have had too many instances where checked bags has cost valuable time, have gotten misrouted, or I have gotten stuck with a missed flight and without my luggage. I don't think those who check bags are evil, that is just how I personally prefer to pack.
I've also had all those happen, particularly on international flights with connections. Not checking a bag eliminates that risk.