Baggage handler shares tips to keep luggage safe during airport chaos
dailystar.co.uk“Mountains” of luggage were spotted at Heathrow airport as passengers gave up on waiting for their property and agreed to have it couriered instead.While the luggage will eventually be delivered to their homes via courier, travellers may be worried about the safety of their items during the interim. READ MORE: Plus size model turns down countless offers to go on holiday from swooning fans And, while there’s little you can do to avoid disruptions to the baggage system airlines, a baggage handler has offered up his tips to keep your luggage safe during the mayhem, reports the Sun.The Australian ground worker recommended a number of things to make the process smoother.If you’re flying for only a short time, he recommended taking cabin bags only - it's an easy way to keep track of your stuff through the whole journey.
He claims that suitcases with four wheels make the ground crew’s life easier as they can be easily slid into the hold.You should take some snaps of your luggage before travelling so that it can be identified by staff - and it also means you can have proof of contents if it gets damaged or anything is stolen, making it easier to claim on insurance.
Always pay special attention to what you bring in your cabin and hold bags.Bring a change of clothes, medication, house keys, phone charger and other must-have items in your cabin bag.And, if you’re travelling in a group, split your clothing out among the bags so nobody is stuck without anything to wear if one bag goes missing.
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