TRAVEL TIPS: LUCKY LUGGAGE

Some advice on how to keep your bags out of harm’s way:

·         As a general rule, if you can’t lift your bag, it’s likely that airline staff won’t be able to either. (And it’s probably overweight.)

·         Pack your bag evenly. Dense, heavy objects can cause your bag to shift and create delays at security checks.

·         Always use something to identify your bag, like a colourful strap, thought bear in mind that cloths tied to the handle may obscure the baggage label.

·         Store any detachable carrying straps in the bag itself before checking in.

·         Place a luggage label on once handle of your bag and another inside your bag.

·         If your luggage has wheels, be sure to lock them so they don’t move after check-in.

·         Check that your travel insurance covers the cost of replacing your bag and its contents in the event that anything happens to it.

·         Make a list of your bag’s contents in case you need to place an insurance claim.