Very few people who travel extensively have been able to miss out on losing some kind of luggage. Lucky are those who have never had such an experience. Managing luggage when traveling is no easy task.
Short trips can be easily done with only a carry-on. Necessities such as some toiletries, and a change of clothes are all that you need. Using a carry-on will slow down the security process, but only by a few minutes. Homeland security requires thorough checking of all bags that will be brought aboard the airplane. Long trips require checked suitcases and then the problem can begin.
Gone are the hard case suitcase sets. Bulky and cumbersome are the best way to describe them, and they were highly susceptible to dings and cracks. Today's suitcases are made of fabrics that are strong and durable. They can withstand rocking or falling while enclosed in the belly of an airplane. Carry-on's are so pliable they even fit easily into the overhead compartments.
Necessities, such as medications, are items that should be kept in the carry-on. Always travel with the original bottles showing your name. Loose medications will be questioned. It is a good idea to carry an extra set of clothing even if you have to roll it up. One never knows when travelers and their bags will go in different directions. Disallowed items can be purchased when you reach your destination.
Airlines love to blame lost baggage on it being poorly marked. One way to outsmart them is to clearly mark each piece inside and out. Include your name, address and phone number for easy identification. Playing their game is easy when you outsmart them at it.
Airlines tell travelers that unclaimed bags are auctioned off. Valuables are sold separately while other items are sold by the luggage full. Bidders have no idea what they may get and that is part of the thrill. Who knows, if you can find out where these auctions are held, you may find your missing bags. We are told the proceeds go to charity but no one seems to know what charity that is.
Despite your efforts or those of the airline, your luggage may be gone for good. If you can find out where the airline sends unclaimed pieces, you may be able to go there and find your belongings. Just be very sure your bags are clearly marked with your name, address, and telephone number inside the bag and on the outside of it. If the airline still says that they cannot find you, then you have some idea that they didn't try very hard.
Short trips can be easily done with only a carry-on. Necessities such as some toiletries, and a change of clothes are all that you need. Using a carry-on will slow down the security process, but only by a few minutes. Homeland security requires thorough checking of all bags that will be brought aboard the airplane. Long trips require checked suitcases and then the problem can begin.
Gone are the hard case suitcase sets. Bulky and cumbersome are the best way to describe them, and they were highly susceptible to dings and cracks. Today's suitcases are made of fabrics that are strong and durable. They can withstand rocking or falling while enclosed in the belly of an airplane. Carry-on's are so pliable they even fit easily into the overhead compartments.
Necessities, such as medications, are items that should be kept in the carry-on. Always travel with the original bottles showing your name. Loose medications will be questioned. It is a good idea to carry an extra set of clothing even if you have to roll it up. One never knows when travelers and their bags will go in different directions. Disallowed items can be purchased when you reach your destination.
Airlines love to blame lost baggage on it being poorly marked. One way to outsmart them is to clearly mark each piece inside and out. Include your name, address and phone number for easy identification. Playing their game is easy when you outsmart them at it.
Airlines tell travelers that unclaimed bags are auctioned off. Valuables are sold separately while other items are sold by the luggage full. Bidders have no idea what they may get and that is part of the thrill. Who knows, if you can find out where these auctions are held, you may find your missing bags. We are told the proceeds go to charity but no one seems to know what charity that is.
Despite your efforts or those of the airline, your luggage may be gone for good. If you can find out where the airline sends unclaimed pieces, you may be able to go there and find your belongings. Just be very sure your bags are clearly marked with your name, address, and telephone number inside the bag and on the outside of it. If the airline still says that they cannot find you, then you have some idea that they didn't try very hard.
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