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Avoid the stress of losing your luggage by implementing these preventative measures
Millions of bags will be lost by airlines every year
Though it may be difficult to believe, major airlines have actually improved their mishandled-baggage record in recent years. In fact, lost-luggage reports have declined by almost 21% in the past year.
However, the current odds of your luggage getting “mishandled” – a term that includes lost, damaged, delayed or pilfered baggage – are about 1 in 200. Unfortunately, that’s not much consolation if you’re one of the unlucky few.
Here are a few ways to fight the odds.
Double check your baggage before you leave the airport to make sure you have the right bags. (Image: Flickr / tymesynk)
If your bag is lost or delayed, file a report immediately at the airline’s claims desk and get a copy. Next, ask the airline what it can do for you. If your luggage is going to take a while to get back to you, some airlines will issue petty cash to purchase toiletries and other essentials. Other airlines will even provide coupons for rental of special clothing and equipment such as ski and snowboard outfits and the skis themselves.
If your luggage is damaged by the airline, which happens more often than they would like, point out the damage to customer service. Often the airline will have your suitcase repaired, or may have a supply of replacement suitcases in their backroom, which can solve the problem on the spot.
In reality, millions of bags are lost every year, but millions also make it safely to their destinations. Whenever you can, fly only with carry-on luggage for less hassle.