Extra camera bag (empty) in checked baggage. Has yours ever been taken en route?
Sep 10, 2019 11:42:26 #
Of all the countries I'd be concerned about theft, Iceland is NOT one of them (up there with Japan). You can pretty much leave your camera on a picnic bench and safely assume it wouldn't be stolen. Left my batteries charging overnight in public toilets all the time, and never had any incidents.
Sep 10, 2019 12:24:53 #
hammond wrote:
Of all the countries I'd be concerned about theft, Iceland is NOT one of them (up there with Japan). You can pretty much leave your camera on a picnic bench and safely assume it wouldn't be stolen. Left my batteries charging overnight in public toilets all the time, and never had any incidents.
Or the UAE. No one steal anything. There are cameras everywhere.
Sep 10, 2019 12:26:38 #
jerryc41 wrote:
Once you bag leaves check-in, it's up for grabs. I never check anything valuable.
Not to mention the rough handling and treatment it receives by the handlers and the 3 or 4 other heavy bags it'll be lying under. Like you Jerry, I always carry my valuables.Sep 10, 2019 12:31:51 #
Linda S. wrote:
Hello! I did purchase the Vanguard Alta Fly 55T. T... (show quote)
Maybe its me but I always carry on my photo gear and all other valuables. Don't trust anyone rummaging through my bags, which they may and also the harsh handling treatment they're subjected to. Not to mention if for some strange chance its broken or stolen, it won't be available when I arrive. Just make sure you have enough insurance to cover your equipment. Enjoy the trip, sounds wonderful.
Sep 10, 2019 13:24:01 #
philo wrote:
i understand that not everyone in tsa has a key.
I had a TSA lock cut on my last flight. They didn't like my cords/batteries/ham radio antennas/microphones/chargers/tools/refrigerator magnets, I guess.
Sep 10, 2019 13:58:08 #
Photomac
Loc: The Dalles, Or
I too have traveled around the world for 10 years, including some "high risk countries in Africa" and never had a problem. What you can do is take a phone photo of your open bag on departure, then open at baggage claim on arrival near the airline rep and check to insure all you equipment is present.
Sep 10, 2019 14:21:02 #
Linda S. wrote:
Hello! I did purchase the Vanguard Alta Fly 55T. T... (show quote)
I have had stuff disappear, and getting any action is pretty much not happening.....
The way thet THROW luggage around I would not put anything that you can not afford to loose. It could end up broken or missing..... I've had bags searched...
If it's valuable, carry it on......
Sep 10, 2019 14:58:59 #
jelecroy
Loc: Huntsville, AL
I mainly carry on my camera gear. Ten years ago, though, I had packed a camera bag inside my hard-side suitcase. It had a Nikon body and three lenses in it. The camera bag was not there when I opened the luggage in Tucson. I have always figured that it was stolen by a TSA employee who saw the camera gear in the x-ray check. I was pretty angry, but never received any compensation from the airline or TSA.
On the other hand, I had a Nikon body and a couple lenses packed in my suitcase on a flight to Paris. My bag never appeared on the luggage carousel. After walking around Orly for a while looking for someone to work the issue, I saw my old Samsonite bag set aside on a stopped carousel, lying wide open. Apparently the latches on the bag broke, probably when it was coming off the plane. All my clothes were still there, as was the photo gear. That time American Airlines eventually paid for a new bag.
On the other hand, I had a Nikon body and a couple lenses packed in my suitcase on a flight to Paris. My bag never appeared on the luggage carousel. After walking around Orly for a while looking for someone to work the issue, I saw my old Samsonite bag set aside on a stopped carousel, lying wide open. Apparently the latches on the bag broke, probably when it was coming off the plane. All my clothes were still there, as was the photo gear. That time American Airlines eventually paid for a new bag.
Sep 10, 2019 15:15:07 #
juan_uy
Loc: Uruguay
OP asks about taking an additional empty backpack in the checked luggage.
Most replies say the won't check photo gear or valuables and tell their own personal experience regarding that.
Most replies say the won't check photo gear or valuables and tell their own personal experience regarding that.
Sep 10, 2019 18:48:22 #
I always carry on my gear. Even putting stuff in coatpockets. I put my tripod and monopod in the the suitcase and it is always opened. I use a combo
Lock but don’t bother setting it cause I know they will open it.
Lock but don’t bother setting it cause I know they will open it.
Sep 10, 2019 20:06:18 #
Never had a problem flying within the US, to Europe, Venezuela, the Caribbean, Canada and the UK. I think you are safe. Going to Russia I would be concerned.
Sep 10, 2019 20:06:58 #
Never had a problem flying within the US, to Europe, Venezuela, the Caribbean, Canada and the UK. I think you are safe. Going to Russia I would be concerned.
Sep 10, 2019 22:48:40 #
philo wrote:
i understand that not everyone in tsa has a key.
I'M SURE THE SUPERVISOR DOES.
Sep 10, 2019 22:57:31 #
PLT
Loc: Seattle
Yes, while travelling in Africa back to London one member or our party had his camera stolen of of his luggage.
Sep 11, 2019 13:15:35 #
Stardust wrote:
I am just curious about your number of statements about 13-15 hrs if flying from US? There are tons of 5-6 hr flights from JFK and only 8+ hrs with a stop had you flown out of Rochester.
Hi Stardust! I revisited Orbitz.com. They produced the following summary... I think I missed something...but unsure as to what!
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