12 ways to protect valuables if you travel

Passengers waiting for their luggage to arrive on a conveyor belt at the airport. Credit: iStock
If you've lost an item on the road, don't give up on the search and rescue. With the right approach, you could be reunited with your beloved object. Here are some travel experts' tips on how to safeguard your things and, in the event they get cut loose, how to track them down.
Attach a business card or other ID to the inside of luggage, briefcases and handbags. Use luggage tags -- the stronger, the better. Pin your name to your sweater if you must.