Luggage tags--best way to put them on bags?

[Ksimpson76]

How am I supposed to get the luggage tags to stay on my bags? I don't have time to order the fancy holders from Amazon. Do I bring a stapler with me? Tape? I can't remember what I did last time.

 

What I do is get some clear packing tape and tape the whole tag, making it almost plastic like.

The when you are leaving the house or hotel, get some masking tape and tape around the tag so they stay on the suitcase handles. Those suckers won't fall off then...trust me.

[Pony Player]

I took the luggage tag graphic and copied it into a photoshop document, then set it up so that there are 5 tags on one sheet, added my name and then printed it on Photoprint paper. No "lamination" needed, just staple it around a handle.

 

But being anal, with a forgetful tendancy...I put them on everything that goes on the ship:D I figure if I leave my tote bag behind in the WJ it has a better chance of making it back to me if it has a tag on it...

Me too, only I trim off the part below the "staple here" line, and above the "guest name" line -- that is about the size of a business card, and will fit into any number of luggage tags.

[3CatsInMA]

If we are driving to the port, we staple the tags on before leaving the house. Once the paper is folded, it is more durable than you think. Put a couple of staples in it and it will be just fine. No need to laminate in packing tape.

 

When we fly, I just ask for tags from the porter. No big deal, takes a few seconds to do. It is part of the porters' job to provide tags, and no extra tip is necessary above what you would normally give. :)

[bigque]

 

The Amazon version from our last cruise and about to use them again! :cool:

[payitforward]

Wow! I learn so much on these boards! For my upcoming cruise, I just purchased the sticker paper and printed them on that. However, I will be getting the tags shown here. Thank you all.

[Desert Cruizers]

I use the plastic holders then use zip lock ties to secure to the luggage handles, afraid the plastic loops will loosen up. Put the tags on the morning of the cruise or night before unless arriving the day of the cruise, then do it at the airport.

[julesbeara]

I used to print then laminate and staple but I bought these the other day from Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00M5MDAS0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

The luggage tags sold on Amazon are greatness. Used them on our last cruise. Very durable & so much better than the paper labels.

Edited February 24, 2015 by julesbeara

[Desert Cruizers]

I read where others will print out their itinerary incase one of their luggage doesn't make it then hopefully it can be shipped to the next Port.

[swsf99a]

Another vote for the clear luggage tag holders you can purchase through Cruise Critic. I used to do all the print, laminate. punch hole , etc......but it is so easy to slip the tag into the clear holder and put it on your luggage. Wise investment if you are a frequent cruiser. I also attach one to every piece of luggage and carry-on .

[paulh84]

I went cheap and printed on heavy paper then folded making it 6x as thick then did 2 layers of glass/packing tape over the entire piece. Then used another piece of tape to attach the ends together. This was done prior to going to the airport and they didn't budge or even get wrinkled at all. It was actually difficult for me to remove them once I got home.

[fenton04]

I just fold them punch a hole and when I get ready to board I use snap ties to connect them. No problems after four cruises.

[FLACRUISER99]

I took the luggage tag graphic and copied it into a photoshop document, then set it up so that there are 5 tags on one sheet, added my name and then printed it on Photoprint paper. No "lamination" needed, just staple it around a handle.

 

 

Me too, only I trim off the part below the "staple here" line, and above the "guest name" line -- that is about the size of a business card, and will fit into any number of luggage tags.

Free tool to make 4 at a time and even add your name. http://www3.zansstuff.com/luggage-tags

[Desert Cruizers]

I added that luggage tool a few months ago to my computer, was told about them by a member of our Roll Call, can't wait to try it out.

[chermilo]

I had bought the ones from Amazon and somehow it got caught and ripped off. I waited till 10pm one night for my luggage. So, I'm back to just using packing tape on each side and across when I put it on the bag.

 

I also now put a luggage tag on each handle. I figure that increases my chances of at least one of them staying on!

[WrittenOnYourHeart]

This is the reason I love this board. I am used to DCL's airport-style tags that they send you.

 

How long before your cruise are the RCCL ones available to print? And do they have to be in color? If it's before school lets out for the summer (end of June, just over a month before the cruise) I can print in color. Otherwise it would be B&W using the library printer.

[Oak Hill Cruisers]

For more than 20 cruises, we have just shown our SetSail (or equivalent) page to the porters and they prepped tags for us -- never a lost or late bag.

[mix300]

I have been using these.

 

http://www.amazon.com/Cruise-Luggage-Holders-Caribbean-Celebrity/dp/B00M5MDAS0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1424908469&sr=8-1&keywords=cruise+tag

 

You fold the tag and slide it into the tag holder.

[Desert Cruizers]

We always get extra holders and place two on eaWe will use again for our next cruise in Oct. ch checked bag, using Zip Lock Ties and not the plastic loops.

[dreday3]

This is the reason I love this board. I am used to DCL's airport-style tags that they send you.

 

How long before your cruise are the RCCL ones available to print? And do they have to be in color? If it's before school lets out for the summer (end of June, just over a month before the cruise) I can print in color. Otherwise it would be B&W using the library printer.

 

I'd like to quote this - do we need to use a color printer?

[bigque]

I'd like to quote this - do we need to use a color printer?

 

You "DO NOT" need to use a color printer. :cool:

[dreday3]

You "DO NOT" need to use a color printer. :cool:

 

 

Thanks!

[saleaaway]

not sure if your interested and they were here in two days and really a great quality. bought them from Amazon

http://www.amazon.com/Cruise-Luggage-Holders-Caribbean-Celebrity/dp/B00M5MDAS0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1424974445&sr=8-1&keywords=luggage+tags+for+cruise+ships

Edited February 26, 2015 by saleaaway

[levonfan]

I ordered those the other day for our upcoming cruise...should have them today.

[bluegirlum]

OP here. Since I am flying in the morning of the cruise, I decided to "laminate" them with packing tape. I've cut holes in them and am going to attach them with zip ties. We'll see how it goes. Will probably get the ones from Amazon for the next trip.

 

Thanks for all the suggestions!!!

 

Now if I can just finish packing!!:eek:

[Pony Player]

You "DO NOT" need to use a color printer.

Royal says "Print, preferably on a color Printer" -- just sayin'

 

 

Free tool to make 4 at a time and even add your name. http://www3.zansstuff.com/luggage-tags

 

Pretty much what I did for myself.

Edited February 26, 2015 by Pony Player