What is moved when traveling makes up luggage.
Luggage is a concept that comes from the verb equip : to provide something or someone with what they require. The items that a person carries with them when traveling are called luggage.
It can be said that luggage includes everything that an individual carries when traveling . These are elements that, to a greater or lesser extent, are necessary for a satisfactory stay away from home .
What does the luggage contain?
What is carried as luggage varies according to each traveler. At a general level, it usually contains clothing , footwear , documentation , personal hygiene products , makeup and items related to leisure .
A woman who likes to read will add books to her luggage, for example. A man who wants to take care of his appearance will not forget his shaver , while a child will surely want to carry several toys .
Luggage is transported in bags , suitcases ( valijas ), boxes , backpacks , bags and other similar objects. Containers are essential to facilitate transportation in a simple and safe way.
Suitcases, backpacks and bags are the most common luggage.
Where is it transported
The way of transporting luggage is linked to the means of transport. In a car , to mention one possibility, it is usually carried in the trunk or trunk .
Vehicles dedicated to the mass transportation of passengers, such as the plane , the train or the bus (coach), have a tank or warehouse intended for storing luggage. Generally, however, you are also allowed to board with hand luggage, which is not sent to that sector.
On airplanes, it is common for an additional fee to be charged for transferring luggage, especially if it exceeds a certain weight . That is why it is not advisable to carry unnecessary objects.
Luggage and security
Security is an important issue in luggage. On the one hand, it must be analyzed by virtue of the elements being transported: if we focus on airplanes, luggage cannot contain weapons, flammable products or other objects that are considered dangerous.
The issue of security can also be considered regarding the possible violation of suitcases or bags for the purpose of theft. In this sense, it is common to use suitcases with a security key, place padlocks or even wrap the luggage with plastic film.
In a car, meanwhile, attention must be paid to the distribution of luggage so as not to affect the maneuverability and stability of the car due to excess weight. Furthermore, bags should not be placed inside the passenger compartment since, in the event of a sudden stop or collision, they can fly away and cause injuries .
The emotional baggage
The set of problems and disorders linked to the emotions that a human being carries is known as baggage or emotional baggage . The metaphor refers to the fact that these difficulties are a burden for the subject.
Traumatic experiences and disappointments are part of the emotional baggage, which can cause emotional instability and damage to interpersonal relationships. To "relieve" this baggage, one option is to develop psychological therapy so that a professional can help overcome the inconveniences.