Luggage and packing for Orlando from the UK: cases, cabin bags and park bags

For a family trip to Orlando, plan one hold case per one or two people, a cabin bag each for essentials, and a small park bag for the day. Check your airline's allowance, use a lock approved for US travel and leave space for shopping.

1Check your baggage allowance

• Transatlantic fares often include a hold bag, but not every fare does.
• Check the weight limit for each bag, because families often carry more than they expect.
• Buy extra bags online in advance when you can.

2Choose cases that suit a family

• Hard-shell cases protect souvenirs and are easier to keep tidy.
• Four-wheel spinner cases are easier to move through busy airports.
• A set of nesting cases can save space at home.

3Pack a separate park bag

• Theme parks have rules about bag size, so check each park's current policy.
• A small, light backpack is useful for water, sun cream, snacks and ponchos.
• Pack a change of clothes in the car or hotel, not the park bag, if bag checks are slow.

4Plan for the journey home

• Souvenirs, clothes and shoes add weight quickly.
• Weigh your bags before you leave the hotel.
• Consider a foldable bag to use as an extra carry-on on the way home.

See UK airport parking for an Orlando trip, the Orlando airport guide and the Orlando travel guide.

Baggage rules, size limits and prices vary by airline and fare, and they change. Check your booking and the airline's own website before you fly.

This guide is part of our complete Orlando travel guide for UK visitors. See all practical guides guides.