Originally Posted by
Often1
Bottom line here is that you are blaming DL for something that has nothing to do with DL. You made a smart move by allowing an extra day before important meetings. I would suggest leaving a greater connection time and also packing key items in carry-on. This means not having to rely on others.
This is excellent advice. I learned it quickly when I started traveling a lot and now my carry-on never has less than two days of clothes and toiletries and anything else that I simply cannot be without. That's when I can't avoid checking bags in the first place.
I know that it sucks to try and pack formalwear into carry-ons, but high quality carry-ons can accommodate one suit which can be lifesaving in situations like this.