I’ll Never Travel Without Apple AirTags After an Airline Lost My Bag — and They’re on Rare Sale Right Now

As controversial as it is, I am Team Checked Bags all the way. When I board a flight, whether it’s a quick trip or long-haul adventure, I prefer to only carry a compact personal item with just the essentials. The idea of battling other passengers for a space in the overhead bin makes me cranky – I would rather settle into my seat quickly with a book and a coffee and get ready for takeoff. 

Yes, I have temporarily lost luggage before (and shout-out to my 2014 Germany study abroad friends for lending me clothes for three days), but my items have always been returned to me — eventually. Thanks to Apple AirTags, which are marked down during Amazon's after-Christmas sale, I now fly with even more confidence as I can monitor my luggage location from the moment I drop it off at check-in. From short flights between New York and Chicago to long-haul trips to Morocco and Egypt, these luggage tags have absolutely elevated my checked bag routine. 

Apple AirTag

Apple AirTags earned perfect scores for ease of use and design during our real world tests. With these compact devices, the setup is super straightforward and minimal for iPhone users. Once you remove the security tag, it immediately pairs with your phone and you can easily rename the device if you have more than one for different purposes. I especially love that you don’t have to download an extra app to use the AirTag, since it relies on “Find My Friends” to track. 

There are no buttons or switches on the tags themselves and it will stay on and tracking until the battery dies (I’ve had mine for over seven months, and it’s still going strong). There's also no installation process whatsoever. While you can buy tags to attach your AirTags to keychains, zippers, or luggage handles, I just put mine in an inside pocket of my suitcase for safekeeping.

Apple AirTags have astoundingly received over 133,000 five-star reviews on Amazon. In addition to elevating your travel experience, AirTags are incredibly helpful for everyday use when attached to keychains or stored in purses and other day bags. “The Apple AirTag has become an absolute game-changer in my daily life, and I can't help but give it a well-deserved five-star review,” one shopper wrote. “This tiny device has made lost items a thing of the past and has proven to be an invaluable addition to my tech arsenal.” 

Users also love that if airlines do happen to lose or misplace luggage, the AirTag provides peace of mind in an otherwise stressful situation. “The very first time I used this, the airline lost my luggage,” another shopper wrote. “It went on a few extra flights and I was finally reunited about 24 hours later. I could see where it was all along and knew it would not be there before I even reached baggage claim.”

Apple AirTag 4-Pack

Whether you’re a frequent flier or just someone who tends to lose their keys, Apple AirTags are a must-buy. For just $24 for one or $100 for a four-pack, you can now buy yourself a tiny, convenient tracker to help you stay organized and prevent loss of important items.

For those looking to hang your AirTag off a purse, backpack, or even a child, there are plenty of AirTag accessories out there, so you can track all of the most important things in your life.

Apple AirTag Accessory Deals: 

Compatible with AirTag Case Keychain

Air Tags-4 Pack IPX8 Waterproof Holder

IPX8 Waterproof Airtag Holder

Trifold Wallet for Men

Speck Tagimals AirTag Holder Shoe Accessory

At the time of publishing, the price started at $24. 

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