Then when we got off the train we looked back and they had a bunch of luggage they were taking off the train and waiting for a taxi.

Heh. That was our first trip to Europe as well. There were three of us, and at the time the airlines allowed 2 checked bags plus a carry-on. So we had SIX bags, plus three carry-ons. As I said, one of our lodgings didn't have an elevator and we were on the fourth or fifth floor. Guess who got to carry the bags up those stairs. After that, I declared that everyone was responsible for their own luggage. 1poorkid didn't seem to believe the memo, and packed heavy her next trip. I made her deal with her own bag. She packs light now. :-)

Also, ironically, Europe's cobblestones have helped. Spinners don't do well on cobbles. We actually broke one on our first trip. The bags with rollerblade wheels are always smaller. Our Rick Steves carry-ons have rollerblade wheels.

1poorlady has reduced, but for a cruise she still thinks she needs more "for formal nights". The airlines force her to limit to one bag (she's frugal, and won't pay for a second bag). She's very much a "just in case" or "what if" person. She's afraid of needing something and not having it. Her dealing with her own bag has helped some. I help more going back home when we have gifts and such.

With the extension on the end of this cruise, she's going to have to adjust. If we limit to European luggage standards and fly to Budapest, that would solve the baggage issue (again, she's frugal). I do like using the European rail system, though. I don't have to drive, I get to see the scenery, and it's generally more comfortable than a plane.