8 Simple Tips To Prevent Losing Your Luggage

Checking Luggage at Airport

5. If you’re checking your bag, make sure to check it in the right time frame.

If you're checking your bag, make sure to check it in the right time frame.

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Too early and it might get stashed and forgotten about. Too late and it might not make the plane. And while most airlines accept bags up until the last minute, they also aren’t responsible for getting your bag to you if it misses the flight because it was checked outside of their recommended time window.