5 Tips to Keep your Luggage Safe During Travel

Travel woes can be big burden, especially during peak times of the year. From long security lines and packed planes to flight delays and sick passengers, there are all sorts of bothersome issues that make the airport unpleasant. Fortunately, you can promote a more seamless experience by taking a few steps to individualize your luggage. Whether you frequently travel for business or have plans to go home for the holidays, here's how you can streamline your visit to the luggage carousel.

Use a distinct luggage tag. Ditch the standard-issue paper airline luggage tag in favor of a colorful marker that will quickly catch your eye. Available in durable silicone, contemporary luggage tags include secure pockets that hold name and address cards. They can also be branded with your unique company logo.

Mark your bags with tape. Since so many pieces of modern luggage look the same, it's not unusual for people to grab the wrong bags. Unfortunately, it can take a while for travelers to realize a mistake and return an item to airline staff. Since travelers reach for the handles on their bags first the vast majority of the time, it makes sense to clearly mark this area. Wrap colorful tape around your handle to differentiate it from similar bags. Just be sure to use a colored duct tape instead of masking tape, which will not hold up to the rigors of transit.

Add a colorful accent. Again, the best way to differentiate your luggage from similar styles is to add something distinctive. That said, it's not always easy to do this without damaging or permanently altering your bag. With this in mind, it's a good idea to add a removable accent that stands out with eye-popping color. A durable metallic carabiner is a great option, especially for the traveler who owns a popular brand of luggage. You can even get a branded carabiner that includes antibacterial hand sanitizer, which can help you avoid catching that dreaded airport bug.

Brand your luggage. If you own a business, you can easily differentiate your luggage by showcasing your company logo in a prominent place. Not only will this make your bag easier to identify, it will turn it into a veritable billboard that can boost brand awareness as it circulates around the luggage carousel. If you travel frequently, branded luggage can really help you increase exposure, while also streamlining your ability to get in, get your luggage and get on with your day.

Add a unique luggage strap. If branded logo luggage exceeds your individual needs, you can go for a more subtle approach with a personalized luggage strap. Thanks to modern dye-sublimation capabilities, you can customize your strap with the most intricate images, text and graphics in crisp detail and spectacular color gradations.