keggerz Posted April 26, 2007 Share Posted April 26, 2007 (edited) I see a lot of negative thoughts on checking your bag. I for one hate carrying my bag on the plane. I already have a pretty big carry-on (laptop case), so the last thing I want is my roller bag. I'm not sure it would even fit in the overhead bins. And if it somehow doesn't fit (different bins allow different sized bags), you are in a world of hurt. I just check my bag. Allows me to go to the counter (rarely do I wait in any line there), make sure I have the best seat available, check for first class upgrade, and drop off my bulky bag. Yes, there are issues if you end up changing flights (as evidenced by my issues with the trip I'm on now) and yeah, the baggage handlers are criminals (as evidenced by my camera being stolen from my checked bags late last year) but I will continue to check my bag, even on an overnighter. I just find it easier. i dont carry it on, i check it at the counter prior to boarding and leave it at the door(at least thats what I used to do) Edited April 26, 2007 by keggerz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twiley Posted April 26, 2007 Share Posted April 26, 2007 2. Ask for exit row seating(more leg room then reg. rows and if needed you can be a hero) Good info here. I did this on my last outing to Vegas and it was ALMOST like I was back in first class. I had to use my charm and good looks to secure free drinks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darin3 Posted April 26, 2007 Share Posted April 26, 2007 i dont carry it on, i check it at the counter prior to boarding and leave it at the door(at least thats what I used to do) I don't think they let you do that anymore. Unless you're on one of those smaller planes with real small overhead bins or if they run out of space. You're right, though... that would be the best way to do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimC Posted April 26, 2007 Share Posted April 26, 2007 2. Ask for exit row seating(more leg room then reg. rows and if needed you can be a hero) I thought it was so you can be the first off the plane when it crashes. :confused: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiegie Posted April 26, 2007 Share Posted April 26, 2007 On my flight yesterday, there was a 60-something year-old lady sitting at the window in an exit row. I was just thankful that there was another exit nearer to me. Oh, as for the people in first class, I treat them the same way I treat everybody else (meaning that I completely ignore them). Also, flew NWA and had no problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bier Meister Posted April 26, 2007 Share Posted April 26, 2007 On my flight yesterday, there was a 60-something year-old lady sitting at the window in an exit row. I was just thankful that there was another exit nearer to me. Oh, as for the people in first class, I treat them the same way I treat everybody else (meaning that I completely ignore them). Also, flew NWA and had no problems. well frodo... your feet don't touch the ground in coach...... it's practically first class flying for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiegie Posted April 26, 2007 Share Posted April 26, 2007 well frodo... your feet don't touch the ground in coach...... it's practically first class flying for you The funny thing is that yesterday when I was sitting in coach I realized that I had plenty of room and I was cracking up thinking about this thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Dogs Posted April 26, 2007 Share Posted April 26, 2007 The funny thing is that yesterday when I was sitting in coach I realized that I had plenty of room and I was cracking up thinking about this thread. How small are you??? Wait, did I just ask that outloud??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twiley Posted April 26, 2007 Share Posted April 26, 2007 How small are you??? Wait, did I just ask that outloud??? Think Frodo but smaller. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azazello1313 Posted April 26, 2007 Share Posted April 26, 2007 How small are you??? Wait, did I just ask that outloud??? let's put it this way....the flight attendent always gives him a little plastic pair of wings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiegie Posted April 26, 2007 Share Posted April 26, 2007 let's put it this way....the flight attendent always gives him a pair of red wings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twiley Posted April 26, 2007 Share Posted April 26, 2007 sick bastid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ABearWithFurniture Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 Anyway, if anyone has flown first class before, do you feel a little self-conscious when you are seated and then have to watch all the other passengers pass you on their way back to the cramped coach section? They pass you with that expression of both mild hatred and longing. It was weird. Actually, that expression comes from knowing that everyone in first class will be the first ones to die when the plane crashes... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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