Relatively few bags are damaged or lost. However, your chances of encountering this experience can be reduced even further if you follow the advice set out below.
Packing
Avoid putting the following in checked baggage:
– Valuables (cash, jewelry). Don’t rely on suitcase locks; they are easily defeated.
– Critical items (medicine, keys, passport, tour vouchers, business papers).
– Irreplaceable items (manuscript, heirlooms).
– Fragile items (camera, eyeglasses, glass containers). If these must be checked, wrap them carefully in padding.
– Perishables.
– Carry the above items either:
– on your person,
– or in a small bag that you carry on board.
Even if a bag is not lost, it may be delayed for a day or two. It is wise to put items that you will need during the first 24 hours in a carry-on bag (toiletries, one change of underwear).
Don’t over-pack checked bags. This puts pressure on the latches, making it easier for them to spring open.
Your checked bags may need to be opened for a security inspection out of your...
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