In Frankfurt I put the empty duffel bag inside the suitcase and stored it at the Gepaeckaufbewahrung for about $4 a day.

Upon my return three weeks later I reversed the process. I watched as both pieces of luggage were x-rayed. Again, no problems (and no extra charge). What I found a bit odd, though, was the connecting flight back in Chicago. After going through customs I needed to recheck my luggage, but not before it was once again examined by security. The suitcase was opened, or at least I assume it was opened because it had one of those little plastic wires on it. I wanted to stand around and watch the process, but the security guards simply wouldn't allow this to happen. I don't understand the necessity of the additional level of security, but it wasn't a problem at all. I was very satisified with the entire process.

Scot Heisdorffer