Let’s face it: Figuring out airline luggage size restrictions can feel like solving a puzzle, especially when they toss around terms like “linear inches.” What are they measuring, and why does it matter? At U.N. Luggage (Canada’s oldest luggage store, proudly serving travellers since 1940), we’ve helped thousands of customers avoid surprise fees and packing frustration. So we’re breaking it down in a simple, Canadian-friendly way. This guide will walk you through what linear inches actually are, how to measure luggage properly, and tips for keeping your carry-on bags and checked luggage well within the airline limits, without sacrificing space...
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WestJet's New Carry-On Size Requirements: Everything You Need To Know
Previously, WestJet allowed a maximum carry-on baggage size of 21” x 15” x 9”. Effective May 6th, 2025, WestJet’s new maximum carry-on baggage size will be 22” x 14” x 9”. The effective volume of the baggage allowed remains the same; maximum height is being increased by 1 inch, while maximum width is being decreased by 1 inch.
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Which Cotopaxi Allpa Backpack is Right for You?
Comparing the 42L, 35L, 28L & 20L Picture this; you're standing at the airport, backpack slung over one shoulder, exuding the cool confidence of a seasoned traveler who knows their bag is the perfect fit for their adventure. But then, a flicker of doubt—did you pick the right backpack? With Cotopaxi’s Allpa lineup, the struggle is real. These vibrant, suitcase-style wonders come in 42L, 35L, 28L, and 20L, each with its own personality and purpose. Whether you’re a maximalist packing for a month-long odyssey or a minimalist who thrives on a single pair of socks, there’s an Allpa for you....
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Expert Interview - U.N. Luggage
1. How do you curate your brand selection, and what specific criteria do you use to determine which luggage and travel accessory brands make it into your store? Over the years we’ve become pretty picky about the brands we carry. Quality and reputation are very important to us. Style is subjective, but we do try and carry collections that would be a step above what we would expect a traveler to find at a department store. We look for strong brands that support independent retail and that contribute to driving traffic to our store. We also expect all of our...
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Matador Refillable Toothpaste Tube Review: The Little Tube That Could
Let’s be real—if you’d told us that a refillable toothpaste tube would be one of our best-selling products, we might have laughed. And yet, here we are, eating our words (minty fresh ones, of course).
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