Is it usual to leave luggage out in the rain at an airport?
This week, when flying from Stockholm to London, a thunderstorm struck while the plane was being refuelled and loaded. This meant both these had to stop (because of the risk of lightning). While this was happening, I did notice that our luggage was left on the luggage trucks, with a bit of plastic on the top, which did a poor job of protecting our luggage and as a result a lot of the contents of my suitcase got wet and I've had to throw various books/childrens toys away.
Is it usual to leave luggage out like this? Should I be wrapping stuff in waterproof liners like I would when trekking.
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Can luggage get wet?
Checked luggage can get wet, in any case you should definitly check the weather in the origin, destination and layovers where it will be handled.What happens if you leave suitcase at airport?
The airline has to pay for storing unclaimed baggage at the airport, so it's in their best interest to deliver it to its rightful owner as soon as possible. They usually ask the passenger to come back to the airport and pick it up or deliver it via courier services, such as FedEx or UPS.How do you dry a wet suitcase?
Dry the bag immediately with a hand dryer. Wipe off hard plastic linings. Hard plastic can be wiped clean with a damp washcloth and mild soap. Dry your suitcase immediately with a fresh towel to prevent any water marks from forming.Can airports hold your luggage?
If you have an extremely long layover, you might want to ditch the airport and go explore the city, but dragging luggage along with you can make for a cumbersome exploration. Luckily, most airports have a left luggage service where for a fee bags can be stored at the airport and retrieved before a flight.Lost luggage: What happens to your baggage after check-in
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