Even seasoned travelers can get scared by the thought of losing their luggage when traveling.

In order to make their suitcases stand out from the crowd and reduce the chance that they will be taken by another passenger or that they would have to watch it slowly spin by on the conveyor belt, travelers are attaching colorful ribbons on their bags.

But according to John, a luggage handler at Dublin Airport, these well-liked suggestions are more detrimental than beneficial.

In fact, it may even allay your biggest dread of traveling.

Keep the ribbon where it is.

John revealed to RSVP Live that labeling your luggage with identification ribbons could cause delays and possibly make your belongings miss their flight.

“Tying ribbons to one’s suitcase to aid in identification can cause issues with the bag being scanned in the baggage hall,” John said the source. “If your bag cannot be automatically scanned and must be processed manually, it may not make it to the flight.”

If your suitcase is checked in without any identifying markers (such as ribbons or old travel stickers), it will have a better chance of reaching its destination.

“Take out old stickers from the bag as they might obstruct the scanning process,” advises John.

John warns against packing marzipan, the deliciously sweet almond confection, as it may interfere with your luggage and may trigger a security alarm.

“Never pack marzipan in a luggage. “Your bag will be removed and you will be called from the plane for a bag search because it has the same density as some explosives,” the Dublin baggage expert declared.

Finally, but just as importantly, before placing your luggage on the small conveyor belt for handlers like John, make sure it is wheels side up to avoid damage.

No more standard baggage

The conventional black, brown, or blue baggage is no longer appropriate because, in the last several years, luggage has undergone a significant transformation.

According to Travel & Leisure, black luggage is highly sought-after because it’s “one of the most versatile colors, if not the most.”

According to the publication, “if you want your luggage to stand out at baggage claim, it’s worth selecting a different hue.” Instead, think about getting a suitcase with a pattern or one that’s really colorful, like hot pink.

Even if pink isn’t your thing, you can still get luggage that will stick out from the crowd in a number of eye-catching hues.

If you’re not eager to give up your current containers, think about using fabric paint or stickers to add identifying characteristics that won’t impede scanning.

The Dublin Airport handler’s advice should provide some alleviation from strain for travelers worldwide!

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