Backpack Essentials -
For those travelling with leather backpacks, bring along several large orange garbage bags to protect the pack from luggage carousels and machinery; prior to checking your pack in, write in large letters across the garbage bag your itinerary and flight numbers, then slip it over the backpack and tie tightly. Your pack is now immune to the gnashing teeth of the luggage carousels, and you'll have no trouble identifying the pack on the carousel.
Backpack for Carry-On -
I use a medium to large size leather backpack for my carry-on. It allows me to have both hands free for handling luggage, tickets, boarding pass, etc. After I check my luggage I can carry it by the handle. I alway pack magazines, newpapers, and a paperback for the flight and any unexpected delays. It is also a very good idea to pack sandwiches and snacks - you never know when you might need them. After reading the magazines and newspaper and eating your snack, you have room for souvenirs or fragile purchases on the return flight.
Baggage Care and Attention -
When you claim your bag at the airport, check it over before you leave the bag claim area. Look for any new damage on the bag, and to be sure that it was not opened and something taken (airlines have time limits for when these can be reported, and they will need to see the damage before opening the claim for damage or pilferage). The baggage service desk for the airline is normally right in the claim area; this is also true for Customs arrivals. It is especially important to fill out the misplaced baggage information before leaving Customs, as Customs will have special forms that may help the baggage clear without your presence at the airport. If you have combination locks or keys for the travel bags, these should be left with the paperwork for your baggage - as it will prevent delays in getting your bag or possible bag damage from Customs opening the bag.
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