We’ve all experienced the anxiety that comes with waiting for a suitcase to come round the conveyor belt at baggage reclaim.
But while some areas of travel are out of your control, there are other things you can do to ensure your personal items remain safe.
While we normally keep our valuables close or even in hidden pockets, an expert has shared another thing that could make you a target for thieves.
It seems the colour of your suitcase can even play a role.
Having a colourful or designer-branded suitcase may look the part for your holiday, but it could draw unwanted attention to yourself, explains Shahzad Ali, security expert and CEO of Get Licensed.
‘Although a new and colourful suitcase may look more fashionable, it won’t only be attractive to you,’ he says.
‘It’s best to choose a more common-looking suitcase, and if possible, a worn-out one – as to not stand out from the crowd – …