Originally Posted By Tink60 I have a weird question for you all. We will be flying (from PDX) to DL on Sunday. We will be taking an umbrella stroller (a $10 one) with us for the 3 year old granddaughter. I want to check it with the bags. What do I need to do with the stroller so they will take it at the baggage counter? I just haven't been able to find the information on the net and I thought there must be someone on the boards that would have the answer. Thanks
Originally Posted By x Pirate_Princess x As long as it's folded and stays folded. You can try and put it in a long plastic bag (clear, if you can) so it doesn't get dirty. You can also use it in the airport and check it at the gate. They'll let you take it on the jetway, and when you land, it'll be there for you to use in the airport at DL. This may come in handy if your granddaughter falls asleep on the plane. Also a safe haven if it's busy. I also suggest going and getting a Monkey or Puppy harness/backpack from walmart...they're a godsend in Disneyland when you can't use the stroller!
Originally Posted By 1DisneyNutt When we went about 5-7 years ago we just took it on the plane with us & they stored it by the entrance door to the plane. That way we had it right when we left the plane.
Originally Posted By x Pirate_Princess x Depending on the airline, they may put it under the plane or ON the plane. But either way, it's waiting for you when you get off the plane.
Originally Posted By rtjl72 there are big red bags on line or at babies r us that say "gate check" and are made just for strollers. i picked up 2 this last weekend. maybe about $11. you might want to make sure your umbrella stroller lies down a bit for the toddlers naptime. and the bag fits a little bigger stroller if needed. also, don't forget that you can have free stroller rental at the park if you have disney visa. but, so sad, that won't help on the walk to and from the hotel. i've been doing my homework- signed the planning nuhawkwa. (native american peoria language for grandmother.)
