Not necessarily! The idea is not to give up on personalizing your suitcase, but to do it intelligently. According to John, you can absolutely identify your luggage without disrupting the security system.
His advice:
- Remove old tags from previous flights to avoid confusion.
- Choose flat identification elements, such as stickers placed on one side, away from where the luggage tag is located.
- Avoid hanging objects, especially long ribbons that could get caught in machines.
It’s simple, but essential: the suitcase remains recognizable without disrupting the ultra-automated sorting chain.
An unexpected case of… marzipan!
Yes, you read that right. John also warns about another surprising element: marzipan. Its dense texture can be mistaken for certain materials that are sensitive to X-rays, leading to a thorough inspection, or even the opening of your luggage.
In other words: if you were planning to take an almond cake home as a holiday gift, you’re better off putting it in your cabin luggage… or buying a local specialty there!
