Long wait times at the airport is frustrating enough without wasting time around the baggage carousel, watching fifty other bags that look like yours, could be yours, but aren’t, go by. Most luggage today can be very similar in appearance and can be easily mistaken as someone else’s. Look alike luggage is a common problem, but it’s a problem that can be easily solved by using a custom design of luggage tags. The simple luggage tags, or bag tags, provided by the airport just isn’t enough to separate your bag from the rest. When all the tags look the same, many people may not even bother to read the tag if the luggage or bags looks like their own. By attaching luggage tags to your bags, you can differentiate your luggage from all the others by using a bold, fun and charismatic luggage tag built to withstand the abuse of traveling. These tags will allow you to spot your luggage immediately and will lessen the chance of another person taking your bags by mistake. Luggage tags are also available in custom designs and by using a personal photo. Many companies also offer the option of registering your tags with an online data base that will assist in tracking the luggage if it is lost in transit.

Luggage tags are impact and weather resistant and can be used on almost anything. From luggage, backpacks, diaper bags and brief cases to gym bags and lap top cases. Luggage tags are also good for if you accidentally leave your bag somewhere, your contact information will be available for the finder to contact you. Luggage tags are also great for discouraging theft of items that are easily identifiable. Not only are the luggage tags great for identifying your items at the airport, they are very helpful to today’s busy families as well. By attaching a stylish luggage tag to your kids backpacks and lunch boxes, you can rest assured there won’t be a mix up at school and ensure the items safe return if misplaced. Adding luggage tags can save time and money in replacing those regularly used items. Luggage tags are available in many attractive, vibrant colors and designs and are very affordable.

In 2002, over 1.8 million passengers of U.S. airlines filed reports for missing and mishandled baggage. That number has increased every year to approximately 2.5 million, costing airlines around the world almost $1.6 billion a year in compensation payments. What do most of these people have in common? A simple airline luggage tag that is provided as a courtesy.

Some airlines are beginning to track luggage by using a radio frequency identification tag (RFIT), which will be able to locate luggage and minimize misplacement. The RFIT plan is still new and may take years to work out the bugs and to be used in more airports. While we wait for the perfection of technology, we can take advantage of the uses of custom luggage tags.  The possibilities are endless as long as you’re prepared to reap the benefits. It’s astounding how such a small item can save you from a nightmare of hassles if your baggage is lost or stolen.