Young Travellers Are Wearing All Their Clothes Instead Of Packing Them, To Avoid Luggage Fees
As travel picks up after the pandemic, airlines are making big profits. One way of doing so is by charging high luggage fees. Now, Young adults in China are skipping airline luggage fees by wearing all their clothes instead of putting them in suitcases.
As travel has picked up after the pandemic, airlines have made big profits. One way of doing so is by charging high luggage fees. Now, Young adults in China are skipping airline luggage fees in their own unique way, by wearing all their clothes instead of putting them in suitcases.
One-of-a-kind outfits to escape luggage tax
Faced with limitations, clever young travelers from mainland China are sharing their smart fashion ideas for budget airlines. To avoid paying extra for baggage, they're transforming into walking closets by layering clothes in different styles to make one-of-a-kind outfits.
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In a notable instance, an individual wrapped themselves in a total of six layers of autumn and winter clothing, ranging from vests to shirts to thick jackets.
Similarly, another traveler donned an impressive ensemble of eight traditional garments during a flight to Australia.
Despite possessing numerous high-quality outfits, she received the humorous label of being "simultaneously rich and poor" due to her desire to economise on luggage expenses.
Innovative packing techniques
A number of individuals have also been innovating in their packing techniques, like using U-shaped pillows stuffed with clothes, which not only serve as cozy cushions during the flight but also help save space in their luggage.
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For handling the task of transporting electronics, many have turned to fishing vests due to their abundance of pockets.
These pockets offer convenient storage for documents, cables, power banks, and even a variety of skincare and cosmetic products.
Additionally, the back pocket provides ample room for carrying two books and an iPad. In larger sizes, these vests can even accommodate a 16-inch laptop. This versatile piece of clothing has earned the title of the "ultimate trump card" among online users.
One individual jokingly remarked, ¡°This must not be disclosed to the boss, or we¡¯ll lose the excuse of ¡®my computer isn¡¯t with me¡¯ to avoid working overtime while on a trip.¡±
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