When traveling, what you pack in your checked luggage is just as important as what you pack in your carry-on. Certain items are best kept with you for safety, security, or convenience reasons. Here are 15 things you should avoid packing in your checked luggage.
Valuables
Items like jewelry, watches, or expensive electronics should always be in your carry-on. Checked bags can get lost or delayed, and valuables are not always covered by airline compensation policies.
Important Documents
Passports, travel documents, identification, and important papers should be kept on your person. Losing these in checked luggage can cause significant issues, especially in a foreign country.
Medications
Always keep your medications with you. If your checked luggage is lost or delayed, you might not have access to necessary medications for an extended period.
Cash and Credit Cards
Large amounts of cash or extra credit cards should be kept in your carry-on for security reasons. If your luggage is lost or stolen, you could be left without funds.
Electronics
Laptops, cameras, tablets, and other electronic devices are safer in your carry-on. Checked luggage can go through rough handling, leading to potential damage.
Spare Batteries and Power Banks
Lithium batteries and power banks are often not allowed in checked luggage due to fire risk. Always carry them with you to avoid having them confiscated.
Travel Itineraries and Hotel Information
Keep your travel itineraries, hotel information, and contact numbers in your carry-on. If your checked luggage goes missing, you’ll still have access to your travel plans.
Keys
Car, house, or other important keys should be in your carry-on. Losing these in checked luggage can leave you locked out upon your return.
Expensive or Irreplaceable Items
Heirlooms, expensive clothing, or irreplaceable items should never be in checked luggage. The risk of loss or damage is too great.
Lighters and Matches
Most airlines prohibit lighters and matches in checked luggage. Keep them in your carry-on, but be aware of the airline’s policies regarding these items.
Food and Snacks
Food items can attract unwanted attention from baggage handling and customs. Snacks for the journey are better kept with you.
Contact Lenses and Eyeglasses
Losing your contact lenses or eyeglasses can be a significant inconvenience. Keep them in your carry-on, along with any cleaning solutions, which must comply with liquid restrictions.
Fragile Items
Anything fragile should be carried with you or shipped separately. The rough handling of checked luggage can easily lead to breakages.
Business Materials
Business-related materials, like presentations or files, should be kept in your carry-on to avoid any potential loss that could impact your work.
Chargers for Electronics
If your checked luggage is delayed, having chargers for your electronics in your carry-on ensures you can keep your devices powered up during your travel.
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