I avoid checking luggage at all costs, regardless of the destination.

Why?  I’m impatient.  I carry on to be more efficient, to avoid being slowed down, to skip waiting in lines.  I can arrive at the airport later and head straight through security.  When I land, I can bypass the baggage carousels and be on my way.  And I get the benefit of knowing that my bag will arrive with me at my destination.   It’s all about being in a better travel state of mind, creating space for more free time.