Christmas is a busy time for airports . Not only is it a time for people to travel and visit their families in their native countries but it is also the school holidays and of course, a time for a well-deserved break. However, there are 100,000 bags of luggage misplaced or lost during flights and at airports every single day.
As the busy Christmas and New Year travel period is fast approaching, many travellers face increased risks of luggage mishaps. To help ensure nothing important goes missing, the experts at 1st Move International Removals have provided tips on how you can reduce the risk of lost luggage. They have also shared what steps a traveller can take if luggage goes missing.
Mike Harvey, managing director at 1st Move International , said: “The first thing you should do is report the issue to the airline’s baggage claim officer or customer service desk before leaving the airport, as this initiates the tracking process. “Usually, baggage will be tagged with your flight information, but just in case you want to give the airline a description, be as thorough as possible. How many cases, how big are they, what colour are they, and what brand? Every bit of information helps.
“I would also check your travel insurance policy for coverage in case of lost or delayed baggage, and keep receipts for any purchases if you have to replace lost items, even if they might be found later. You may be able to claim these costs back. In case of situations like this, it is always .
