"Strategies to Save on Airline Baggage Fees Amid Industry Increases"

Several major airlines have raised their fees for checked bags, making it more important for travelers to find ways to reduce or avoid these costs. Some strategies include flying with airlines that still offer free checked bags, combining bags to reduce the number of checked bags, traveling light with only a personal item and/or carry-on bag, considering a fare upgrade that includes a baggage allowance, adding bags early to save money, using a luggage scale to avoid exceeding weight limits, and getting a credit card or joining a frequent flier program for potential baggage benefits.