Staying safe while traveling will allow you to enjoy your trip more.
There are many things to consider to ensure a safe but fun vacation when you are traveling, but one important thing to remember is to keep your luggage safe.
The following tips will help you keep your luggage safe when you travel to your next destination, whether you are traveling close to home or going abroad.
First, only pack what you need for your trip or vacation.
It's very easy to start throwing other things into your bag, just in case, but weighing yourself down with luggage you don't really need means that you'll likely have to deal with more bags or a larger, heavier bag than you really need to.
Try to keep your packing as minimal and lightweight as possible, so you're not overwhelmed by your suitcases.
Quality hardside luggage comes in many different models, and is both lightweight and durable for easy travel.
Also, try to avoid packing valuables in luggage you know will be checked.
Instead, keep them with you in a locked carry-on bag or, better yet, directly with you.
This way, you still have them even if your luggage is lost or stolen.
Make sure that your luggage is secure.
To avoid having your locks cut during a random security inspection, leaving your bags unprotected during your trip, use luggage with TSA approved locks.
These locks are designed so that the TSA can open your luggage for inspection without damaging your lock, keeping your bags secure during travel.
Some models of hardside luggage have these types of locks built right into their design, conveniently eliminating the need to deal with a separate lock.
When you go to claim your baggage, all of the suitcases can look alike, making it harder for you to find your bag, and making it easier for you or someone else to accidentally walk off with the wrong luggage.
To avoid this, keep your luggage distinctive so it is easy to spot.
Pack your belongings in bright pink suitcases, or place a couple of unusual stickers or decals on your luggage.
Another way to avoid having someone walk off with your bag is to claim it as soon as possible after your flight.
The longer you leave it, the more likely that you may not find it when you do go to claim it.
Finally, before you check your luggage, after you claim it, and at any other time that you have it with you, don't let it out of your sight.
Leaving your bags for even just a moment increases the risk of someone walking off with them.
Always carry your bags with you, by yourself if possible.
If you are at a hotel and the staff offers to carry your luggage to your room, follow them to ensure your suitcases will be waiting for you.