A professionalbaggage handlerworking at the Dublin Airport has warned travelers to avoid tyingribbonsto theirsuitcases. The reason: they get in the way.
People often tie ribbons to theirluggageto make it more identifiable. It speeds things up at baggage claim and can also prevent mix-ups. However, speaking to the Irish outletRSVP Live, theairport employeenamed John revealed that ribbons receive negative attention from baggage handlers.
A baggage handler at the Dublin Airport named John has advised air travelers to refrain from tying ribbons to their suitcases to help identify them
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“Ribbons that people tie onto their suitcases to help identify them can cause issues with the bag being scanned in the baggage hall,” he said. “If the bag can’t be scanned automatically it can end up in manual processing, which could mean your bag doesn’t make it to the flight.”
In other words, airport workers in a rush may be unable to scan yoursuitcasewith the automatic system because the ribbon is in the way. As a result, they’ll likely set it aside for later, possibly after yourflightleaves.
Ribbons may prevent the automatic scanning system from reading the sorting barcode, resulting in delays, as the luggage then has to be manually scanned later
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John advises removing allribbonsfrom your luggage as well as any old travel barcodes since these could cause confusion. Not to worry, though. There are a number of other ways to make your suitcase stand out.
According toTravel & Leisure, buying a suitcase in a color other than black already goes a long way in making it identifiable. You can even go the extra mile and get an unusual color like hot pink or opt for a unique pattern. It’s also possible to buy personalized suitcases, though this will raise the price.
If you already have a suitcase and it’s black or another common color, you can purchase a cover that sets it apart. Other simple options include stickers andpatchesor even a strip of colored duct tape. Experts recommend doubling up on identifiers in case one falls off.
John also said marzipan is one of the leading causes of baggage delays because the confection resembles explosives and can trigger screening systems
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As for our friendly neighborhood baggage handler, he did have one more piece of advice: “Don’t ever pack marzipan in your luggage.”
Apparently, the sweet treat has the same density as certain types of explosives. Not only will it get your bag flagged for a search, but you may even be called off the plane.
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