9 Travel Struggles That Are Worse Than Lost Luggage

Lost luggage is often held up as the gold standard for frustrating travel experiences. While having to start your trip without any of your clothes is certainly difficult, it might not be the worst thing that can happen to you while traveling — and besides, it can be completely avoided by simply packing all your clothes in a stylish luggage jacket. Here are 9 other travel hassles we hope you never have to encounter:

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1. Travel Visa Issues

The hassle of getting a travel visa is felt worldwide, though residents from certain parts of the globe often have much easier access to some countries than others (not fair!). Taking this privilege for granted however can cause certain tourists to forget to check if and when a visa is required. This can often result in a very rude awakening at the end of their flight. Visa application processes can vary in cost and processing time, so make sure you check well in advance of any trip!

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