Traveling may be exhausting, especially when it comes to managing luggage. Many of us have been frustrated while searching for our baggage on a crowded conveyor belt.

People frequently use vivid ribbons or threads to make their luggage stand out. John, a Dublin Airport baggage handler, discusses why this may not be the best option.

According to John, bows and ribbons on suitcases can interfere with baggage hall scanning.

If the automatic scanners cannot read the suitcase’s information, it may need to be processed manually.

This could result in delays or your luggage missing your trip.

Improved Methods for Labeling Bags
To avoid this issue, John recommends using unusual or personalized bags. Bags with distinctive colors, patterns, or custom designs are easier to recognize without interfering with the scanning process. Stickers or fabric paint can let your bag stand out.

Take off old labels.
John also recommends deleting any old tags or labels from previous trips. These have the ability to mislead electronic scanners and send your bags in the wrong direction.