5 ways to save on airline luggage fees as fares continue to rise

And if you’re worried about the cost of your next vacation creeping up, here are five clever packing tips that could help you dodge extra fees. Lindsay, however, warned travellers to be cautious. “While some viral packing hacks can seem clever, they’re not always as reliable as they appear. Approaches like concealing extra items can depend heavily on the airline and airport staff, and in some cases may lead to delays or additional fees at the gate,” she told National Post.