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In most cases, lost luggage isn't really lost at all — just delayed or misdirected — and arrives at its intended destination on another flight within a day or so. Airlines typically consider a bag lost when it doesn't turn up within five to 14 days, according to the U.S. Department...
Pass me:I’m not a big fan of this one but just in case you see it you’ll know what’s going on. When you drive on the main highway you’ll see big semi trucks going really slow. Since it’s hard to see, the driver will turn on his left blinker to let you know you can ...
Should I really buy travel insurance? Yes. Unlike car insurance, as it is not mandatory to purchasetravel insurance, many people think of that as an unnecessary expense. However, if you are traveling away from home, especiallyoutside your home country, medical and/or emergency medical evacuation...
Avoid liquids; they are the bane of the light traveler. Liquids (and gels) are heavy, bulky, prone to leakage (particularly on planes) and suspicious to security. Did I mention heavy? Plan to do some laundry. This needn’t be onerous: done properly, and regularly, it should be more li...
(Welcome back toWhat Car Should You Buy? Where we give real people real advice about buying cars. Do you want us to help you find a car?Submit your story on our form.) Here is the scenario. Two major things happened to me last year: I got a major promotion 65 miles from home, ...
Now you know how to pack shoes in your luggage, it's time to find out the kind of footwear you should be taking with you. And this all depends on the type of holiday you're going on.Packing the right shoes can make a huge difference to your trip. Check out our holiday packing ...
it’s easy to get here via public transportation. You can also make this venue the last stop of yourSeoulgetaway. Lots of people do, and the store makes it easy for this type of visit by offering luggage and locker storage. They also rent baby carriage strollers in case you’re t...
What should you pack for safely traveling in the Philippines? What do Philippine locals and recent travelers say about visiting the Philippines now? Is the Philippines open for travel? Can I travel to the Philippines right now? EffectiveJuly 2023, all travelers are allowed entry in the Philippine...
If your luggage is lost Suitcases can really pile up in a baggage claim area, such as this one in Hamburg, Germany. If your luggage is lost, you can get compensation. Jonas Walzberg/picture-alliance/dpa/AP Check your airline’s claims and compensation policy: Each airline should have ...