World Travel Tips

Luggage Tips

Travel as light as possible. Heavy suitcases are a burden because you will probably end up carrying them several times during the trip.
Use two identification tags on outside of luggage and one on inside.
Always use soft sided luggage. Hard sided units are easily damaged. Luggage with strong straps and wheels for easy pull along is preferred.
Carry on bag should conform to airline restrictions.
Expensive or good looking luggage after one overseas trip will look well used. Moderate well constructed luggage is sufficient. Expensive luggage will make you stand out and this will be undesirable from a personal security standpoint.
Carry a roll of strapping tape in case your luggage is damaged.
Never put money or valuables in your luggage.
To avoid someone accidentally taking your luggage at baggage claim (because all black bags look the same), distinguish your luggage with ribbons , brightly colored tags, or stickers