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Why over weight baggage bad news



Overweight baggage is bad news for a bunch of reasons, you'll probably nod along with these:

  1. Extra Costs: The fees can be steep, and they add up quickly, especially if you're traveling frequently for business or leisure.

  2. Time-Consuming: You'll likely end up at the check-in counter trying to redistribute weight between bags or, worse, discarding items. It's a hassle you don't need.

  3. Logistical Nightmare: In a business like yours, where logistics is key, overweight baggage can throw off the entire shipping schedule and cost structure.

  4. Stress Factor: Knowing you have overweight luggage hanging over your head can make the entire travel experience stressful.

  5. Limited Space: Airlines have weight limits for a reason. Exceeding these can impact the plane's fuel efficiency and overall safety.

  6. Customer Experience: If you're in the travel industry, you know how crucial customer satisfaction is. Overweight baggage can lead to negative reviews and a poor customer experience.

  7. Operational Efficiency: In logistics, every kilogram counts. Overweight baggage can mess with the efficiency of your operations, leading to delays and increased costs.

So yeah, it's more than just a personal inconvenience; it can have ripple effects across the business and totally ruining your trip.


But i can always be avoided. A portable digital luggage scale is a game-changer, especially if you're a frequent flyer and always have to buy "pasalubongs" to friends and famlies. Here's why:

  1. Avoid Overweight Fees: Airlines are pretty strict about luggage weight. A scale helps you avoid those nasty extra charges. Local airlines like Philippine Airlines, AirAsia, and Cebu Pacific often charge per kilogram for overweight baggage. The rates can range from around PHP 200 to PHP 800 or equivalent in other currencies. As for budget airlines, they often have stricter baggage policies and may charge higher fees for both checked and overweight baggage. Rates can vary from $20 to $50 for the first bag and $50 to $150 for overweight bags.

  2. Time-Saver: Knowing your luggage weight in advance saves you time at the airport. You can skip the anxiety of repacking stuff in public.

  3. Accuracy: Digital scales are generally more accurate than the old-school analog ones. You get precise readings, which is crucial for logistics.

  4. Convenience: They're small and lightweight, so you can carry them around easily. Great for checking the weight of goods in importation too.

  5. Cost-Efficient: A one-time investment can save you a lot of money in the long run, both in personal travel and business logistics.

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