Sunday, September 1, 2013

How To Use Airport Lost And Found

By Amanda Baird


There are lots of things to think about when getting on a flight. You want to make sure you have your passport, ticket and so forth. Naturally you want to physically get your seat in time for take off and sometimes this means you can miss something while rushing. This can result in losing items along the way and this is when you may need the services of the airport lost and found.

In simple terms this is where you need to go if you lose something you want to reclaim. It does not necessarily have to be something valuable. Often people go back because there is something of sentimental value or it is something that they do not want to replace. Whatever the reason you need to be prepared in case something does go missing.

Admittedly this is not always practical and sometimes it may not be possible to secure mark all your items. Therefore it is worth looking at what you pack and bring with you to the airport so that in the event that if you have to tell somebody what an item looks like you can remember. Speaking vaguely about what an item looks like then it is less likely that they will be able to find it.

For example there are a lot of cellular phones that look similar. A blue one is likely to look similar to another blue one. However if the case has a cartoon character on it or stickers then it is likely to stand out from the other phones that have been handed in so these are the kind of details to remember.

Another thing to be aware of is when the desk is open. The opening hours will vary according to the airport. Therefore it is best to look at the website before you travel so that you know the operating times. It can be frustrating as you can end up being unable to find items and get help retrieving them.

Sometimes you may not realise an item is missing until you get home and check through your luggage. If the airport is not near you then it is likely to be too costly to go back. Fortunately phone numbers will usually available where you can call and arrange for missing items to be mailed back to you.

The way in which a lost property desk will vary according to the airport. Some will simply note down a missing item. Others may give you a tracking number to note down. In either case it is important to listen and to follow any instructions you are given. While it can be difficult during a stressful time you need to remember what they tell you and to note it down.

It may also be possible to check airport lost and found online. Typically missing items will be placed on the database around 24 to 48 hours after they have been found. Therefore if you cannot find an item it is worth checking again. In short if you can remain calm then it is more likely that you will be able to recover your missing items. Look online for more information so that you can prepare before you travel.




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