Tying a bright ribbon onto your suitcase sounds like the perfect travel hack. It makes your bag easy to spot, helps you avoid grabbing the wrong luggage, and feels like a simple way to stand out on a crowded carousel. But an airport baggage handler is warning travelers that this popular trick can backfire—sometimes in ways that could delay your bag or even increase the chance it doesn’t make your flight.
Many travelers add ribbons, straps, dangling tags, or personal identifiers because they’re worried someone else will accidentally take their suitcase. Others do it because black luggage all looks the same, especially after a long flight when everyone is tired and rushing.
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