Carry-on to the Future: 2024 Baggage Trends, as Foreseen by FTE’s Head of Baggage Transformation, Darin Juby!
2024 might seem like a sci-fi future, full of floating luggage and suitcase-sized teleportation devices. Well, I hate to burst your bubble, but we are not quite there yet. That said, FTE’s high honcho of baggage, Darin Juby, has the 411 on the actual trends that are going to stump your current luggage tech this 2024. So sit tight, put your seat in an upright position, and let’s explore this exciting luggage journey together!
Article Highlights
Baggage Trends 2024: It’s not about Hovering; it’s about Elevating the Experience
– “Smart” is the new “black” in the baggage world. More like Einstein smart! Avoiding lost luggage or long wait times will become a story of the past thanks to greater personalization, with wearables and mobile apps leading the way.
– Juby sees our helpless and bulky friends turn into self-balancing suitcases. They can follow you around like a loyal puppy, but without the need to potty train!
– Size does matter, but in this case, versatility wins the race. Luggage capable of transforming its size for different travel needs is on the horizon.
– Sustainability will be the calling card of the cool luggage. Materials that love Mother Earth as much as we globetrotters do will be on the top of the trend-list.
– Data sharing is caring! In a significant leap for Passenger Name Records (PNR), airlines will share your baggage info with other industry players for a seamless transfer experience. So less baggage-drama, more margarita time!
My ‘Hot Take’
In conclusion, 2024, despite lacking any floating suitcases or teleporting bags, promises some exciting transformations. It seems like our baggage will become more skilled than some of our ex-lovers. They’ll become Einstein-smart, loyal like a puppy, willing to change their size to suit us better, and – most intriguingly – committed to maintaining our planet. All these trends are as reassuring as a perfectly packed suitcase. Although I won’t deny that a teleportation device tucked in the corner of the suitcase, making weary airport navigation a far-off memory, can be the cherry on the top!
So let’s buckle up and prepare for a more comfortable, uncomplicated, and surprisingly ‘green’ luggage experience in the near future. After all, who doesn’t love a little bit of excess baggage?