Too much luggage going home?

Another LCC raised the question of what to do when an AP has acquired a LOT of stuff during their year in the US. Not just a bunch - we are talking about a LOT of stuff. What is the easiest way to get the luggage home? Do you ship through the post office? Through DHL? Through UPS?

My answer: bring it with you

I know that it seems like the airlines are nickel and diming everywhere trying to make up for lost revenue as they overspend on fuel. However, paying for one or two extra bags is still currently the cheapest way out there to bring home your stuff. Buy the extra duffel bags or suitcases, and bring it with you. A month ago I had a girl who brought 2 extra suitcases home. Each weighed in under 20 kilo's (barely) - but was charged only $50 per suitcase to bring them home to Germany. That is a fantastic deal.

Once you have your ticket, call your airline and find out what their rule is. Even if the cost is $75 or even $100, it's still a great deal. Shipping the same weight through USPS could cost you over $400! And, it's not trackable and it's not guaranteed. At least on the plane, it is trackable and arrives when you do.