{"id":5233,"date":"2019-09-21T18:44:36","date_gmt":"2019-09-21T18:44:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.tripbeam.com\/?p=5233"},"modified":"2019-11-01T13:06:24","modified_gmt":"2019-11-01T13:06:24","slug":"11-useful-lost-luggage-tips-travelers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/11-useful-lost-luggage-tips-travelers","title":{"rendered":"11 Useful Lost Luggage Tips for Travelers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Even though travel is a stress-buster, it can sometimes be overwhelming. One major concern is the lost luggage!<\/p>\n<p>Losing baggage can easily cut your trip short.<\/p>\n<p>The chances of that happening are slim. And, even if it does, you are more likely to get it back within a day or two.<\/p>\n<p>Research conducted by the Association of European Airlines states that 85% of lost luggage is retrieved within two days.<\/p>\n<p>However, loss of property while flying between destinations cannot be ruled out, completely.<\/p>\n<p>So, what do you do in case of lost luggage, and is there a way to retrieve it quickly?<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/11-useful-lost-luggage-tips-travelers\/#1_Travel_with_a_Carry-on_Luggage\" >1. Travel with a Carry-on Luggage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/11-useful-lost-luggage-tips-travelers\/#2_Select_a_Non-Stop_Flight\" >2. Select a Non-Stop Flight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/11-useful-lost-luggage-tips-travelers\/#3_Carry_Important_Stuff_with_Yourself\" >3. Carry Important Stuff with Yourself<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/11-useful-lost-luggage-tips-travelers\/#4_Go_Through_Reimbursement_Terms\" >4. Go Through Reimbursement Terms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/11-useful-lost-luggage-tips-travelers\/#5_Get_Your_Lost_Luggages_Web_Address\" >5. Get Your Lost Luggage&#8217;s Web Address<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/11-useful-lost-luggage-tips-travelers\/#6_Follow_Up_with_the_Airline\" >6. Follow Up with the Airline<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/11-useful-lost-luggage-tips-travelers\/#7_Be_Polite_the_staff_is_there_to_Help\" >7. Be Polite; the staff is there to Help<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/11-useful-lost-luggage-tips-travelers\/#8_Stay_Patient\" >8. Stay Patient<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/11-useful-lost-luggage-tips-travelers\/#9_Ask_for_Travel_Emergency_Supplies\" >9. Ask for Travel Emergency Supplies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/11-useful-lost-luggage-tips-travelers\/#10_Rip_Off_Old_Luggage_or_Travel_Tags\" >10. Rip Off Old Luggage or Travel Tags<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/11-useful-lost-luggage-tips-travelers\/#11_Get_a_Travel_insurance\" >11. Get a Travel insurance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Travel_with_a_Carry-on_Luggage\"><\/span><b>1. Travel with a Carry-on Luggage<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5234 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/1-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1046\" height=\"466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/1-4.jpg 1046w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/1-4-300x134.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/1-4-768x342.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/1-4-1024x456.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1046px) 100vw, 1046px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The best way to avoid lost luggage is not to check it with the airlines. If possible, travel only with carry-on luggage.<\/p>\n<p>Always go through the baggage policy of the airlines before boarding the flight.<\/p>\n<p>You must know about restrictions on weight, number of bags, and other related information.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, carry-on luggage is stress-free and more comfortable to move around.<\/p>\n<p>Also, checked-in baggage is sometimes liable for fees. Hence, you can cut down your travel expenses too.<\/p>\n<p>For those of you that have no chance of reducing the bag count, consider the next tip.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Select_a_Non-Stop_Flight\"><\/span><b>2. Select a Non-Stop Flight<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5235 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2-4-1024x456.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"660\" height=\"294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2-4-1024x456.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2-4-300x134.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2-4-768x342.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2-4.jpg 1046w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Checked-in luggage on multi-leg flights is more prone to being lost. More connecting flights mean more baggage handling.<\/p>\n<p>And, increased baggage movement and transfer may cause a delay in delivering your luggage, if not lose it.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, book a non-stop flight. Further, while selecting a trip, be mindful of the number of stops.<\/p>\n<p>It is so because not every direct flight is a non-stop flight. There is a difference between both.<\/p>\n<p>Flying with all your belongings lodged in the cabin overhead keeps you at peace mentally.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Carry_Important_Stuff_with_Yourself\"><\/span><b>3. Carry Important Stuff with Yourself<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5236 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/3-4-1024x456.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"660\" height=\"294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/3-4-1024x456.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/3-4-300x134.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/3-4-768x342.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/3-4.jpg 1046w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Should you travel with checked-in luggage, ensure that you don&#8217;t leave anything important in the checked-in bag.<\/p>\n<p>Chargers, converters, and adapters become essential, especially on a business trip.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, there is nothing worse than having no way to contact the airline to follow up on your lost suitcase.<\/p>\n<p>So, always pack the charger inside your carry-on. Another tip is to jot down things you may need to survive in an unfamiliar destination.<\/p>\n<p>Carry them with you at all times.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Go_Through_Reimbursement_Terms\"><\/span><b>4. Go Through Reimbursement Terms<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5237 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/4-4-1024x456.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"660\" height=\"294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/4-4-1024x456.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/4-4-300x134.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/4-4-768x342.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/4-4.jpg 1046w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Different airlines have different reimbursement terms for lost luggage.<\/p>\n<p>The span of the retrieval process and getting compensation varies.<\/p>\n<p>Whether it is a domestic or an international flight also makes a vast difference.<\/p>\n<p>The Warsaw Convention covers reimbursement for luggage lost on an international flight.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, it is essential to keep receipts of any you buy.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, specify everything in the baggage claim form as soon as you lose it.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Get_Your_Lost_Luggages_Web_Address\"><\/span><b>5. Get Your Lost Luggage&#8217;s Web Address<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5238 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/5-4-1024x456.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"660\" height=\"294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/5-4-1024x456.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/5-4-300x134.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/5-4-768x342.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/5-4.jpg 1046w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Ask the airlines about the assistance offered by them in lost baggage situations.<\/p>\n<p>Usually, the authorities provide you with a web address and a contact number.<\/p>\n<p>You can use these to track the progress or updates on your luggage.<\/p>\n<p>Did you know that almost every airline around the world uses a baggage tracing system?<\/p>\n<p>Even though it is computerized, but due to vast data, airport staff has to check for any misdirected luggage manually.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, it takes time to get your stuff back, and you can track it using a code or a web address.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Follow_Up_with_the_Airline\"><\/span><b>6. Follow Up with the Airline<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5239 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/6-4-1024x456.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"660\" height=\"294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/6-4-1024x456.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/6-4-300x134.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/6-4-768x342.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/6-4.jpg 1046w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It is vital to keep a sound follow-up. Do wait for someone from the airport to contact you. Be proactive and conduct follow-ups regularly.<\/p>\n<p>A visit to the baggage office is worth a try. Come across as persuasive but pleasant.<\/p>\n<p>Generally, baggage is handled by subcontractors and not the airlines themselves. Therefore, it is rarely the airline&#8217;s fault.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Be_Polite_the_staff_is_there_to_Help\"><\/span><b>7. Be Polite; the staff is there to Help<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5240 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/7-4-1024x456.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"660\" height=\"294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/7-4-1024x456.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/7-4-300x134.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/7-4-768x342.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/7-4.jpg 1046w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You must always remember that the airport personnel are here to offer assistance.<\/p>\n<p>Losing your calm is the last thing you would want. It is important to keep in mind that the airport representative is not your enemy.<\/p>\n<p>Panicking doesn&#8217;t help, as you are highly likely to get your stuff back.<\/p>\n<p>And, if not that, then the airline is liable to pay for the items lost.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Stay_Patient\"><\/span><b>8. Stay Patient<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5241 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/8-4-1024x456.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"660\" height=\"294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/8-4-1024x456.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/8-4-300x134.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/8-4-768x342.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/8-4.jpg 1046w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Stay patient while dealing with airport professionals. It is their duty to help you out, and they will do anything in their power to resolve your issue. Losing temper is of no use.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, some airlines are generous enough to offer you toiletries and other important things while you wait for your luggage.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Ask_for_Travel_Emergency_Supplies\"><\/span><b>9. Ask for Travel Emergency Supplies<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5244 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/11-1024x456.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"660\" height=\"294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/11-1024x456.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/11-300x134.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/11-768x342.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/11.jpg 1046w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Ask the airlines if they can provide you with emergency supplies.<\/p>\n<p>Frequent flyers might be aware of the amenity kits that the airlines hand out to the passengers. You can get one of those from the airways.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Rip_Off_Old_Luggage_or_Travel_Tags\"><\/span><b>10. Rip Off Old Luggage or Travel Tags<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5242 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/9-4-1024x456.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"660\" height=\"294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/9-4-1024x456.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/9-4-300x134.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/9-4-768x342.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/9-4.jpg 1046w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Luggage tags denote the route or other information that leads it back to the owner. However, old tags from previous travels still stuck to the bag cause confusion.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, always ensure to rip off the old luggage tags before checking your bags in for a new flight.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Get_a_Travel_insurance\"><\/span><b>11. Get a Travel insurance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5243 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-4-1024x456.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"660\" height=\"294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-4-1024x456.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-4-300x134.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-4-768x342.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-4.jpg 1046w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Baggage loss is covered under travel insurance. Reimbursement depends on various factors.<\/p>\n<p>Also, make sure you read the terms and conditions carefully. Certain articles are not covered under some schemes.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, check with your credit card provider if they offer travel benefits such as lost baggage coverage.<\/p>\n<p>So, getting\u00a0<b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/cheap-tickets-to-india\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>cheap airline tickets to India from the USA<\/em><\/a>\u00a0<\/b>is one thing, but a traveler must also be aware of travel contingencies.<\/p>\n<p>Remember do not panic, if you don&#8217;t see your checked-in luggage on the conveyor belt post departure!<\/p>\n<p>Get in touch with the airline through a baggage claim form and follow up.<\/p>\n<p>Most of the time, luggage that is considered as lost, is delayed as a result of baggage mishandling.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Even though travel is a stress-buster, it can sometimes be overwhelming. One major concern is the lost luggage! Losing baggage can easily cut your trip short. The chances of that happening are slim. And, even if it does, you are more likely to get it back within a day or two. Research conducted by the Association of European Airlines states that 85% of lost luggage is retrieved within two days. However, loss of property while flying between destinations cannot be ruled out, completely. So, what do you do in case of lost luggage, and is there a way to retrieve it quickly? 1. 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