First, Air Canada's prices are, I understand, government regulated and higher than most other airlines, as airlines from other countries only have limited landing rights too. It is not fair to compare. Canadians close to US borders, usually will drive across the border to start a trip on a US carriers, less expensive, even with the extra charges. Since this quesiton was posted, oil prices are going up again. But thanks to my Alexander Proudfoot Inc. consultant training in 1978, my wife and I have been taking trips for years with one 45 inch (expands 4 inches) carry-on and one personal item--to include cruises and trips of 30 days, or more. A lost bag can ruin a vacation or business trip. For example, on vacation/cruise I pack one suit or tux, 7 ot 8 changes of underwear, 2 pair of pants, 2 shorts, 3 or 4 golf shirts, 2 dress shirts, pair of sandals, dress shoes, and athletic shoes (we wear--plus sport coat and and overcoat if needed). Oversize computer bag holds meds and more. We just find laundry once every 8 to 10 days. Wife uses a lot of silk or silk like clothes, and usually has extra room in her carry-ons too.

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