Apple has introduced a new feature for its Find My app that allows users to share the location of lost items, including AirTags, with third parties like airlines. This update aims to combat the misuse of AirTags while helping travelers locate misplaced luggage. The move comes after a class-action lawsuit alleged that AirTags were being used for stalking.
An IndiGo passenger, Monik Sharma, lost his checked-in luggage on a domestic flight from Kolkata to Guwahati, containing items worth ₹45,000. The airline offered a meager ₹2,450 compensation, sparking outrage online. The incident highlighted the airline’s limited liability for lost luggage, prompting concerns about mishandling and inadequate compensation.
A new website created by multimillionaire entrepreneur Pieter Levels tracks the live status of airlines based on their luggage loss rates. Air India, Aer Lingus, WestJet Airlines, and British Airways are among the top airlines with the highest luggage loss rates, while Japan’s All Nippon Airways has the lowest rate.
Introducing the groundbreaking ‘Baggage Rescue’ service by Costa Cruises in partnership with SosTravel.com, guaranteeing a stress-free vacation experience. This exclusive offering ensures that guests encountering lost luggage receive prompt delivery to their cruise ship within 48 hours, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in their itineraries without worry. The service is complimentary for ‘Fly & Cruise’ guests departing from Europe between May and November 2024 and can be purchased by ‘Cruise Only’ guests through the SOS Travel website.
