After four flights (including a re-route through Heathrow, got to see T5 for the first time) we are in Switzerland at a beautiful moutain hotel. Thankfully this hotel has a nice big sink in my room which is about to receive the clothing I’ve been wearing for 36 hours. So far so good. My wife’s checked bag was mishandled so she’s roughing it until tomorrow (she knows better). I can say that 9 pounds on one shoulder and 5 on the other is a delight even if you have to queue for 20 minutes. My personal comfort level is exceeded at much over 15 pounds - the magic number.
How much luggage can a coach-load of American students amass? The answer:
