pengu1n Posted January 23, 2010 #26 Share Posted January 23, 2010 That being said, I lock my checked luggage as well. Not as much for security as making sure the zippers don't accidentally unzip en route. I use cable ties, for much the same reason. It keeps the zippers closed, and then, unlike the locks, I can tell if my luggage has been opened. (Never has been so far.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShedQueen77 Posted January 23, 2010 #27 Share Posted January 23, 2010 (edited) I use cable ties, for much the same reason. It keeps the zippers closed, and then, unlike the locks, I can tell if my luggage has been opened. (Never has been so far.) I use the cable ties too. Neon colored ones, which are a bit harder to replace in a pinch if someone does cut them for nefarious reasons and wants to pretend it wasn't tampered with. Just me, but I'd sort of like to know if someone is pawing through my things. Edited January 23, 2010 by luvmytbear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goingsailing Posted January 23, 2010 Author #28 Share Posted January 23, 2010 [quote=scchasgal;22808661]Has this question come up because of Carnival's changes this week? No, it's just that I always wonder after handing over my luggage to the porters if I should have locked our luggage or not. Thank you to everyone for your replies. The cable ties are a very good idea, I think we will use these in April. To Luvmybear; I don't put any thing of value in our luggage, and like everyone else I carry it on the ship or plane. I was just wondering how the cruise lines feel about this and what others have done. Plus, I just don't want someone to have the temptation of looking through our bags. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShedQueen77 Posted January 23, 2010 #29 Share Posted January 23, 2010 [quote=scchasgal;22808661]Has this question come up because of Carnival's changes this week? No, it's just that I always wonder after handing over my luggage to the porters if I should have locked our luggage or not. Thank you to everyone for your replies. The cable ties are a very good idea, I think we will use these in April. To Luvmybear; I don't put any thing of value in our luggage, and like everyone else I carry it on the ship or plane. I was just wondering how the cruise lines feel about this and what others have done. Plus, I just don't want someone to have the temptation of looking through our bags. I'm sorry for the misunderstanding. I completely understand the question of whether to lock or not. The question of checking valuables was more directed at those who state they have had valuables stolen from checked luggage. I couldn't imagine checking anything valuable and putting it out of my sight in the hands of strangers. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelSmarty Posted January 23, 2010 #30 Share Posted January 23, 2010 I trust everyone, I just don't trust the devil inside them. Thats why I always lock my luggage. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allipotter Posted January 23, 2010 #31 Share Posted January 23, 2010 (edited) I do a lot of traveling & Cruising on NCL. I always lock my Bags with TSA Locks or Plastic wire ties.... Edited January 23, 2010 by Allipotter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaja Posted January 23, 2010 #32 Share Posted January 23, 2010 I'm sorry for the misunderstanding. I completely understand the question of whether to lock or not. The question of checking valuables was more directed at those who state they have had valuables stolen from checked luggage. I couldn't imagine checking anything valuable and putting it out of my sight in the hands of strangers. :) BUT--as others have said --(here and on Carnival thread)--things in checked luggage can be "valuable" to the person (it is subjective and varies)...favorite blouse,expensive shoes, makeup, a child's stuffed animal, whatever...I would be upset if anything happened to my luggage--theft or loss,etc....I can't possibly put everything of "value" in my carry on.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShedQueen77 Posted January 23, 2010 #33 Share Posted January 23, 2010 BUT--as others have said --(here and on Carnival thread)--things in checked luggage can be "valuable" to the person (it is subjective and varies)...favorite blouse,expensive shoes, makeup, a child's stuffed animal, whatever...I would be upset if anything happened to my luggage--theft or loss,etc....I can't possibly put everything of "value" in my carry on.... I totally agree that value can be subjective, and like I stated earlier, I most certainly do not want anyone pawing through my things or to lose my things...even if it is only underwear. When I say of value, I'm talking jewelry, cameras, phones, mp3 players, Nintendo DS, etc....things that actually would be worth stealing and reselling (as awful as that sounds). I don't think anyone is going to risk a theft charge just to steal a stuffed toy but may risk it to resell a diamond ring or a camera that is worth money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zqvol Posted January 23, 2010 #34 Share Posted January 23, 2010 Never lock a bag when I fly, but when getting on the ships I use nice Master locks. The others are not worth the effort. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Birdnutty Posted January 24, 2010 #35 Share Posted January 24, 2010 We use cable ties, brightly colored ones, and I usually have an extra bunch in my carry-on. I never put anything of any real value in my checked baggage, and if I fly, I always put the electronic stuff, like chargers, flashlights, etc on top. So many times I've buried them deep within other items to find that TSA rifled thru my stuff to find these suspicious looking items. Altho they always put everything back and always include the "letter" stating that they opened it, they never put things back the way I had it packed, Since I've been putting the stuff on top where it is readily accessible to those who may want to examine it, I haven't had any problems. Another trick is to have a nail clipper in your carry-on. It cuts off the tie perfectly, and no worries about getting caught with a scissor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azure Moon Posted January 24, 2010 #36 Share Posted January 24, 2010 I use the TSA locks. As I said over on the Carnival thread, if the cruise line wants/needs in my luggage, they should have a TSA key to open the locks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PegNRay Posted January 24, 2010 #37 Share Posted January 24, 2010 Here is the CCL --luggage thread..if anyone is interested http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1127012 The thread seems to have disappeared. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaja Posted January 24, 2010 #38 Share Posted January 24, 2010 (edited) The thread seems to have disappeared. weird...for sure...CCL posters also wondering what happened to it http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1128150 Edited January 24, 2010 by jaja Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scchasgal Posted January 24, 2010 #39 Share Posted January 24, 2010 weird...for sure...CCL posters also wondering what happened to ithttp://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1128150 Don't worry it kind of has started up again on the CCL board.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raventhebouv Posted January 24, 2010 #40 Share Posted January 24, 2010 I lock mine with a cheap TSA approved lock. It doesn't make my bag thief proof, but it does make the unlocked bag next to it more attractive to the thief. It don't care what the cruise lines prefer. The security droids can either use a TSA master key to open the lock, cut it off or call me. After years of using the locks I have never been called and only had one lock cut off (not by a cruise line). I also use the TSA approved locks cruising or flying...don't want my unmentionables spilling out at the port or airport...LOL Last flight to Florida there was a note inside my suitcase telling me that it had been searched and then relocked so I know they do work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raventhebouv Posted January 24, 2010 #41 Share Posted January 24, 2010 Absolutely lock your suitcase. My sister-in-law didn't lock her suitcase on her last RCCL cruise out of San Pedro and all of her jewelry was stolen. And, lock or no lock, I would hope that everyone has more sense than to put something valuable in a suitcase that does not stay in your possession! NEVER-EVER put valuables in your suitcase. Always carry them on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dale Posted January 24, 2010 #42 Share Posted January 24, 2010 I use the TSA locks. As I said over on the Carnival thread, if the cruise line wants/needs in my luggage, they should have a TSA key to open the locks. Everyone that has a ball point pen has the master key to open a TSA lock. Check out the following link. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azure Moon Posted January 24, 2010 #43 Share Posted January 24, 2010 Everyone that has a ball point pen has the master key to open a TSA lock.Check out the following link. Then the cruise line has what they need to get into my bag if needed :D, and the lock may deter the thief who prefers less bother and go to an unlocked bag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sophiethd Posted January 24, 2010 #44 Share Posted January 24, 2010 i dotn care if the cruiseline like it or not , I do it . I always use one of those TSA approved locks I purchased some of these today and when they rang me in at the cash, they were 50 cents each... Great deal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMAB Posted January 24, 2010 #45 Share Posted January 24, 2010 I have a couple of suggestions. Anyone who wants to lock their luggage should lock it. Anyone who doen;t want to lock their luggage shouldn't lock it. If you don't lock your luggage, please try and place it near mine so that yours is a more attractive target than mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaja Posted January 28, 2010 #46 Share Posted January 28, 2010 Update from CCL board ... http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1128150&highlight=lock+luggage&page=2 see post #52... seems Carnival may changed their proceedures to stop booze smuggling!. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CapCrunch Posted October 18, 2015 #47 Share Posted October 18, 2015 I know this is an old thread, and I'm looking what I think is a somewhat old NCL brochure online, but it says you should lock your luggage. Have they changed their recommendation or rule on that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yankees111 Posted October 18, 2015 #48 Share Posted October 18, 2015 I know this is an old thread, and I'm looking what I think is a somewhat old NCL brochure online, but it says you should lock your luggage. Have they changed their recommendation or rule on that?[/ Old thread is an understatement. Last reply almost 6 years ago![emoji50] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted October 18, 2015 #49 Share Posted October 18, 2015 ALWAYS lock your bags if they aren't in your possession! I don't care what they "prefer"...I prefer my stuff locked up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreestyleNovice Posted October 18, 2015 #50 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Locked with TSA approved locks. NCL will hold back your bag if they see something suspicious (mostly liquor that is) or if they can't track an owner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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