Hi Olly

I'm going on the Classical Cities of Italy trip on 25/08/11. Due to the early flight time I will arrive at Gatwick about 23:30 the night before. Do you know how far in advance I can check in my luggage? I'm hoping to catch some sleep at the airport and it would be easier without my suitcase!

Thanks

Sophie

Sophie. I don't know which Terminal you are flying from at Gatwick, and what time your check in is, but there is a Yotel at Gatwick where you could catch a few hours sleep. I have used them before, and although the rooms are very small they are fine for a few hours.

This one is at South Terminal though. I just thought it would be nicer than wandering round the hotel for a few hours, or trying to catch some sleep on one of the chairs!

http://www.yotel.com/en/Hotels/London%20Gatwick.aspx?gclid=CM_wm9CZ26oCFZRc4Qodu3ha5w 

You won't be able to check your bags in until the check-in desk opens around two or three hours before departure. One option might be to deposit your cases at left luggage. Both terminals have this facility and I believe they charge £8 per item for 24 hours.

Kind regards,

Olly, your editor

I'm going on the Classical Cities of Italy trip on 25/08/11. Due to the early flight time I will arrive at Gatwick about 23:30 the night before. Do you know how far in advance I can check in my luggage? I'm hoping to catch some sleep at the airport and it would be easier without my suitcase!

Thanks

Sophie