Originally Posted by chucko
BA.com says that if you're checking baggage, it's covered for the standard (Warsaw Convention, I believe) amount, "unless a higher value is declared in advance and additional charges paid."
Anyone have any idea of what the additional charges might be? I presume it's a percentage of the declared value, but have no idea what that percentage might be. If I'm going to have to chuck my cameras into the hold...
I don't know but after reading this thread I called my insurance company who told me my homeowners coverage covered me world-wide for theft (which they consider if the bag doesn't show up). I also have a rider for computers that covers breakage.
Even though I'm not looking forward to "checking" my laptop, if I have too at least Iknow I have insurance to cover any loss.
I'd suggest checking with your insurance company/agent to get a quote.