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Air France rejected my baggage claim

Air France rejected my baggage claim for the most ridiculous reason

January 21, 2026January 21, 2026 by Christopher Elliott

Gerardine D’Sa checks two bags in Bangalore but only receives one in Chicago. Air France’s customer service team rejects her legitimate receipts with absurd excuses. Can D’Sa recover the full compensation she deserves under international law?

Categories The Travel Troubleshooter
Bonnie Roeder-Burns tracked her delayed bag with an AirTag. When it finally arrived, valuables were missing—but Iberia Airlines denied her claim, citing no visible damage. With help from a travel advocate and strong documentation, she pushed back—and won. Here's what travelers must know about proving loss and fighting back after pilfered luggage.

Pilfered luggage problem: Why won’t Iberia help me?

November 10, 2025November 10, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

When items vanish from your luggage, can you trust your airline to make it right?

Categories Advocacy
After Lufthansa delayed their flight, Bonnie Thiel and her husband were rebooked via Air Canada — but she was denied boarding and left stranded. Can she get reimbursed for her hotel?

Denied boarding and stranded overnight. Why won’t Air Canada cover my $178 hotel bill?

October 21, 2025October 15, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

Bonnie Thiel and her husband are stranded in Toronto after a flight delay on Lufthansa. Why won’t the airline cover her hotel expenses? And how does she get reimbursed for them, now that she’s home? 

Categories The Travel Troubleshooter
JetBlue lost a passenger's bag with her wedding dress and medication for 43 days, ruining her anniversary trip. See their initial low offer.

JetBlue lost my wedding dress and won’t reimburse me. Can you help?

August 11, 2025July 30, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

JetBlue loses Jean Michielli-Pendl’s bag for 43 days, ruining her 50th anniversary trip. At first, it offers just $181 to cover the cost of replacing necessary medications, clothing, and even a wedding dress. Is that enough?

Categories The Travel Troubleshooter
When an airline loses your luggage, does it have to fully refund your expenses? That's what Adam Hirsch would like to know after Swiss International Airlines lost his luggage on a flight from Los Angeles to Venice, Italy.

Swiss lost luggage problem: Can the airline only refund me for half my expenses?

March 24, 2025July 15, 2024 by Christopher Elliott

When an airline loses your luggage, does it have to fully refund your expenses? That’s what Adam Hirsch would like to know after Swiss International Airlines lost his luggage on a flight from Los Angeles to Venice, Italy.

Categories Advocacy
When traveling, the last thing anyone wants is to face the hassle of lost luggage. This comprehensive guide offers vital information on what to do if your luggage goes missing during air travel, cruises, train journeys, or hotel stays. From understanding the rules of lost luggage claims to tips on preventing your bags from getting lost, this article is an essential resource for travelers. It covers everything from filing claims to avoiding luggage fees, ensuring your travel remains stress-free.

The ultimate guide to finding your lost luggage

July 31, 2025February 13, 2024 by Christopher Elliott

If you’re reading this because your luggage has gone missing, you’re not alone.

Categories Ultimate Consumer Guides
Swiss Air lost Mark Bromley's luggage during a trip. Despite multiple attempts, he struggled to get compensation until intervention.

Why won’t Swiss International Air Lines compensate me for my lost luggage?

March 24, 2025October 2, 2023 by Christopher Elliott

When Swiss loses Mark Bromley’s luggage on a flight from Zurich to Geneva, he files a claim for compensation. He never hears back. Does he deserve anything?

Categories The Travel Troubleshooter
Alexandra odds of getting American Airlines to cover her laundry bill were better than average after, it left her luggage in the rain.

American Airlines left my luggage in the rain but won’t cover damage

January 22, 2024March 22, 2012 by Christopher Elliott

Alexandra Wensley’s chances of getting American Airlines to cover her laundry bill were better than average.

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