owners insurance barely covered a fraction of it. It is an absolutely
awful memory for me, and one that I do not wish for anyone else to
ever have to experience.
This all happened because I was distracted and didn't follow one of my
own rules of thumb*! Huge mistake! And now, most recently, I took a
non-stop flight from Dublin to New York on Aer Lingus and my brand new
checked luggage has been missing for more than 2 months now! (Another
10K gone!)
The airline was convinced that my bag is still in Dublin, but they
have no confirmation to prove this. I can be patient, and I can wait,
but it would be nice to know exactly where in the world my bag went
and where it is!
So in the meantime I'll continue my attempts to track it down on my
own; I'll hold my breath, and I'll try not to stress and freak out!
Please keep in mind that your checked luggage will definitely be out
of your sight at times. I only speak from experience when I tell you
to think and pack like a traveller, and not like a vacationer or
someone going on a holiday!
Pay attention and follow TIPS 1 through 9 to protect yourself and
hopefully avoid and all loss.
1. Keep any and all items of value in your carry-on! Not in your
checked baggage!
2. Anything that you can not live without, and I really mean that.
Keep these things with you at all times!
3. Once you have checked into your hotel make sure that you put all of
these important documents, jewelry, electronics, etc in the room safe!
(Quick tip - place a shoe or car keys in the safe with your
belongings, so that you don't forget them!)
4. Don't be careless when you travel! Always be aware of your surroundings!
Furthermore, regarding any gifts that you might buy along the way:
5. Ship them with insurance back home to you! It is your best and
safest bet that they will make it back safety. Do not lose your proof
of shipping!
Sample shipping costs:
DHL
Cost to send 40 pounds from New York to L.A.: 2nd day: $126.08
Cost to send 40 pounds from New York to Paris: 2nd day: $322.39
How much notice required? Same day.
Insured for: Up to $100
Luggagefree.com
Cost to send 40 pounds from New York to L.A.: 2nd day: $110 plus $40
pick-up minimum
Cost to send 40 pounds from New York to Paris: 3 days: $240 plus $40
pick-up minimum (no two-day service)
How much notice required? 24 hours (six in New York City)
Insured for: $1,000 per bag
Luggageconcierge.com
Cost to send 40 pounds from New York to L.A.: 2nd day: $233.79
Cost to send 40 pounds from New York to Paris: 2nd day: $322.39
How much notice required? 72 hours
Insured for: $1,500 per bag domestic, $300 per bag international
Follow the very important Rules of Thumb regarding traveling using an
auto rental and/or using your own vehicle:
6. Never ever leave any valuables in the carriage of your car! Leave
your car empty for any passerby's that might be peering inside.
7. Always place items that you cannot carry with you in the trunk.
Note that when you place the items in the trunk, NOT to do this at the
location where the vehicle will be parked!
8. And always lock your vehicle!
9. Never leave the keys in the vehicle!
Travel safe, travel often, and travel well.
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