[Travelandtourism] Today's Q & A

[Peachtree Travel]

Who's to blame for your stolen valuables?
Q. I took a trip from Amarillo to Cancun.  The flights were all delayed due 
to weather.  I arrived in Cancun and my bag arrived on the following flight. 
Somewhere from the time I arrived and when my bag was delivered my jewelry 
was stolen out of my bag.  I had booked the flight through Expedia.  I filed 
a claim with Expedia and have never heard anything.  I had about $3500 in 
jewelry stolen from my bag. What recourse do I have?

A. Never, ever put valuables in you checked luggage! Expedia is not 
responsible for your loss. If anyone is, it's your airline, but all airlines 
specifically say they do not cover the loss of valuables such as jewelry. 
Your only recourse is your homeowner's insurance at this point, but beware 
they might increase your premium or refuse to renew your policy if you file 
a claim. Always carry valuables in your carryon luggage. In addition to 
homeowners insurance, premium charge cards such as the American Express 
Platinum Card offer coverage for losses from both carryon and checked 
luggage, and if you had bought travel insurance from a travel agent, you 
might have been covered.

Maurice

Independent Travel Consultant
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