Tying a ribbon around your suitcase to identify it more quickly is a common trick among travelers. However, according to airport employees, this habit could slow down your luggage and even prevent it from being loaded onto the plane. And that’s not the only detail to consider before traveling.

Almost all of us have done it before going on vacation: tied a colorful ribbon around our suitcase to spot it more quickly on the baggage carousel. Practical, simple, reassuring… except that this little trick could actually cause you more problems than you imagine. An airport employee recently explained why this widespread habit can slow down your luggage, or even prevent it from being loaded onto the plane. And that’s not the only detail you need to be aware of.