Regal Limousine’s Guide on How to Handle Lost Luggage
We all have a story of lost airport luggage. Whether it happened directly to you or one of your loved ones, we all know someone who has faced the unfortunate fate of their suitcase being passed through limbo. This is clearly a major inconvenience, so how do you handle it? It can be so easy to yell or cry as you may be understandably upset. However, we all know that these emotions don’t magically allow your items to appear. Regal Limousines has some advice about how to alleviate some stress when it comes to this topic.
Take a picture of your luggage before you leave for the airport. This may seem like a silly idea, but having an actual image of your suitcase will come in handy if it happens to get lost. Awful thought, I know; but taking this step is actually very effective. Show the picture of your suitcase to airport workers so that they have a clear idea of what exactly they are looking for.
Be sure to label your luggage. This may seem like a no brainer, but it is extremely important to include a unique label on your personal items. Those suitcase tags are sold for a reason! Clearly mark your luggage with your name, mailing address, and phone number so that it is easy to identify.
Pack an entire extra outfit in your carry-on. This will eliminate some of the immediate worry and give you some peace of mind. Your carry-on should also contain any valuable possessions that will pass TSA scans. You do not want to lose your head worrying about your grandmother’s one of a kind pearl necklace when this is something you can easily have on hand.
Did you have to pay additional baggage fees? Try asking for a refund. It can’t hurt to ask, and you might be pleasantly surprised. Some airlines – and even some credit card companies (if you used the card to purchase the tickets) -will actual refund your payment or give you a credit for a future trip. This won’t solve the issue, but it will definitely reduce some of the aggravation.
There are so many large airports in the tri-state area. We are home to Newark Airport, JFK Airport, and LaGuardia Airport to name a few. Lessen some of your travel anxieties by using a reliable car service that will effortlessly get you from Point A to Point B. Regal Limousines has been a top choice car service for the area for over 33 years. We’ll be the constant positive travel experience in your life.
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