Unclaimed Baggage to Share the Love with One Lucky Couple During Annual “Bling Week” Event
Forgotten Jewels and Handbags Reclaim Their Sparkle at the Nation’s
Only Retailer of Lost Luggage from Feb. 5-14
SCOTTSBORO, Ala., Jan. 31, 2024 — In 2023, the average wedding cost a whopping $30,000. After booking a picturesque venue, locking in a delicious dinner menu and securing a DJ to bring the party, couples are often long on love but short on funds.
Starting next week, Unclaimed Baggage – Alabama’s popular tourist destination and the nation’s only retailer of lost and forgotten luggage – will kick off “Bling Week,” a ten-day Valentine’s-themed event during which fans will enjoy an expanded selection of must-have brands and bargains. This year, the retailer is offering a “Complete the Wedding” giveaway where one lucky couple will win up to $2,5000 in wedding bands, suits, dresses, shoes and more to complete their picture-perfect wedding. The raffle will be held in-store at their Scottsboro, Alabama location.
Whether engaged, married, dating or “just friends,” customers looking to find uniquely perfect Valentines’ Day gifts for their loved ones will find a deal during Bling Week. The event will take place online and in-store from February 5-14, giving early love birds and last-minute shoppers the perfect opportunity to land the ultimate gift.
“In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, we want to share the love with our guests by rolling out some of our favorite jewelry pieces, handbags and wedding-related finds,” said Jennifer Kritner, Vice President of Retail & Company Culture at Unclaimed Baggage.
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As a beloved local store and a fan-favorite of travelers, Unclaimed Baggage finds new homes for items left behind in lost and abandoned luggage. Visitors looking for unique finds with mysterious histories will enjoy combing through an expanded selection of must-have jewelry pieces, designer clothes, suits, wedding dresses and bags, including a new in-box Hermès Kelly bag (priced at $19,000) and several Birkin purses, all at discounted prices.
“You never know what unique items you’re going to find at Unclaimed Baggage,” said Kritner. “No matter the price-point, guests are sure to find the perfect gift for their special someone!”
Shoppers can find deals, support sustainable practices and spread the love this Valentine’s season. For every item Unclaimed Baggage sells, they recycle or donate another through Reclaimed for Good, partnering with Samaritan’s Purse, Salvation Army, Wheels for the World and The Neighborhood Thrift Shop.
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About Unclaimed Baggage
Located in Scottsboro, Alabama, Unclaimed Baggage is a one-of-a-kind retail store and the country’s only merchant of unclaimed and lost airline baggage and its contents. Unclaimed Baggage offers a treasure trove of goods that airlines have been unable to reunite with their former owners. The store has made national news for its ever-changing array of unique items from around the world, all sold at an incredible value. As part of its commitment to service and generosity, the company created the Reclaimed for Good foundation which has given millions of dollars’ worth of product and profit to meet needs around the globe. Learn about Unclaimed Baggage at unclaimedbaggage.com.
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Experts in Electronics Recycling, Sustainability and Monetization of Lost Items to Share Best Practices at IAAPA Expo Orlando
Unclaimed Baggage to Offer Solutions for Lost and Found Challenges
SCOTTSBORO, Ala., November 2, 2023 — As thousands of amusement and attractions industry professionals gather to learn what’s new and trending in the global attraction industry, Unclaimed Baggage, a popular tourist destination and the nation’s only retailer of lost luggage, will be on-site as an IAAPA Official Partner to provide answers to the age-old question of how best to manage unclaimed electronics, and other items left behind at amusement parks.
Every year, more than 10 million Americans lose their cell phones and often, the loss occurs in interactive, busy environments like amusement parks and similar attractions. To manage the handling of electronic devices left behind and the thousands of other lost items discovered each day, IAAPA Expo members are looking for a singular solution to the responsible and secure disposal of unclaimed lost and found items, one that creates revenue and promotes sustainability.
“IAAPA members want innovative products and services that allow them to enhance their guests’ experiences,” said Paul Okimoto, President of Unclaimed Baggage. “The inconveniences associated with handling unclaimed property shouldn’t deter them from that priority. Drawing on our unmatched experience and capability, we can help IAAPA members ensure responsible management of unclaimed items at maximum value while also promoting environmental stewardship and sustainability.”
Unclaimed Baggage is an enterprise of Reunitus, the industry leader in providing comprehensive end-to-end solutions for lost item tracing, management and resolution. Drawing on more than fifty years of experience, the popular retailer has expertise in:
Secure data clearing and responsible recycling of all electronics
Providing auxiliary revenue for unclaimed lost and found items
Operational efficiency, reducing the number of vendors required for the handling of unclaimed items
Sustainable solutions that prevent unclaimed items from ending up in landfills
“As an IAAPA Official Partner, we look forward to engaging with members, sharing our insights and offering solutions that can improve the way the attractions industry approaches the management of lost items,” said Okimoto. “Come visit us at the Unclaimed Baggage booth #3503, at IAAPA Expo Orlando.”
For more information about Unclaimed Baggage visit unclaimedbaggage.com.
About Unclaimed Baggage
Located in Scottsboro, Alabama, Unclaimed Baggage is a one-of-a-kind retail store and the country’s only merchant of unclaimed and lost airline baggage and its contents. Unclaimed Baggage offers a treasure trove of goods that airlines have been unable to reunite with their former owners. The store has made national news for its ever-changing array of unique items from around the world, all sold at an incredible value. As part of its commitment to service and generosity, the company created the Reclaimed for Good foundation which has given millions of dollars’ worth of product and profit to meet needs around the globe. Learn about Unclaimed Baggage at unclaimedbaggage.com.
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Thousands of Bargain Hunters Prepare to Camp, Shop and Give Back Nov. 4
Unclaimed Baggage Presents ‘Buy One, Give One’ During 42nd Annual Ski Sale Event Featuring Top Winter Brands
SCOTTSBORO, Ala., Sept. 6, 2023 — A tradition for 42 years, Unclaimed Baggage, popular tourist destination and the nation’s only retailer of lost luggage, will host its annual Ski Sale Event Nov. 4, featuring more than 10,000+ pieces of name-brand outerwear and ski gear, just ahead of the winter season. The store’s biggest event of the year, the Ski Sale is a time for winter sports enthusiasts, snowman builders and holiday gift givers to obtain incredible deals on cold-weather, destination essentials.
In keeping with its commitment to help underserved communities and promote sustainability, Unclaimed Baggage has added a “Buy One, Give One” element to the fan-favorite event. For each jacket purchased, the retailer will donate a comparable jacket to programs that strengthen families and restore individuals.
“Giving, serving and supporting sustainability have been part of our company’s DNA from the beginning,” said Jennifer Kritner, Vice President of Retail and Company Culture for Unclaimed Baggage. “Our team works year-round to prepare the massive inventory for this event, and we have fun incorporating a lot of family-friendly fanfare. We love our customers and want them to enjoy the destination shopping experience of giving lost items a second life.”
While the sale begins on Nov. 4, the fun kicks off the night before as the most dedicated shoppers set up camp outside the Unclaimed Baggage store hoping to be among the first 50 guests to enjoy early entrance into the store.
A shopper’s paradise of unclaimed items sold at discounted prices, the beloved retailer hosts the annual event as a first-chance opportunity to snag significantly discounted outerwear and ski gear before the first flurries of winter arrive and holiday shopping begins. Top brands up for grabs that day will include: Canada Goose, Moncler, Patagonia, The North Face, Arc’teryx, Marmot, Columbia, Spyder, Rei, and more!
“The 42nd annual Ski Sale will be an unforgettable experience for everyone, major savings, giving and sustainability included,” added Kritner.
As Unclaimed Baggage shoppers plan ahead for the winter season, they can also take advantage of the retailer’s selection of fine jewelry, electronics, musical instruments and other goods worthy of a spot under the Christmas tree.
For more information about the 42nd Annual Ski Sale hosted by Unclaimed Baggage, visit unclaimedbaggage.com/blogs/events/annual-ski-sale.
About Unclaimed Baggage
Located in Scottsboro, Alabama, Unclaimed Baggage is a one-of-a-kind retail store and the country’s only merchant of unclaimed and lost airline baggage and its contents. Unclaimed Baggage offers a treasure trove of goods that airlines have been unable to reunite with their former owners. The store has made national news for its ever-changing array of unique items from around the world, all sold at an incredible value. As part of its commitment to service and generosity, the company created the Reclaimed for Good foundation which has given millions of dollars’ worth of product and profit to meet needs around the globe. Learn about Unclaimed Baggage at unclaimedbaggage.com.
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Lauren Briggs, A. Larry Ross Communications
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Unclaimed Baggage Announces Grand Opening of the “Unclaimed Baggage Museum”
Popular Destination Retailer Unveils New In-Store Experience Worthy of a Road Trip
SCOTTSBORO, Ala., Apr. 5, 2023 — As U.S. travelers embark on spring and summer road trips, Unclaimed Baggage, a popular tourist destination and the nation’s only retailer of lost luggage, has created another reason for fans to plan a trip to Scottsboro, Alabama. The one-of-a-kind store has designed the “Unclaimed Baggage Museum,” displaying more than 70 of the most curious and unusual items they have unpacked from lost bags over their 50+ year history, opening on Friday, April 21, 2023.
“People are endlessly curious about the variety and wonder of items discovered in unclaimed bags,” says Bryan Owens, CEO of Unclaimed Baggage. “And we’ve seen it all! Our store is like an archeological dig, with unclaimed treasures telling stories about people and culture over time and from all parts of the world.”
The oldest items on display include ancient Egyptian artifacts from 1500 BC, found in a well-worn Gucci suitcase. Most items were sold through Christie’s Auction House. The remaining items are showcased, along with the Christie’s catalog and replicas of the sold mummified hawk sarcophagus and funeral mask, made using 3D fabrication technology.
Hoggle, the beloved Jim Henson dwarf puppet and key character in David Bowie’s cult fantasy film Labyrinth, is the most famous display item, and has recently been restored to his original condition. Other notable objects museum guests will encounter include:
· Musical instruments from around the world
· Suits of armor
· Detailed handmade model ship that spans over 4-feet wide
· Violin from 1772
· 1980’s Hermes necklace
· Basketball signed by Michael Jordan
· African and Asian iron statues and plaques from antiquity
· Vintage items like a 19th century box camera, primitive hair tools that were heated on a wood stove and a Victorian era “flirting” fan.
“We discover fascinating items from lost-forever bags every day, but since we’re not museum archivists, we often have no idea of what we have,” added Owens. “In order to create this museum, we’ve drawn on the knowledge and expertise of museum specialists to help with the research, design and installation. It’s a work in progress, as we often discover new facts about the artifacts that we have. The continuous discovery is part of the fun!”
There is something for everyone to enjoy in this museum of oddities and wonders. Yet, the most intriguing facet of all is that these museum artifacts were all found in unclaimed suitcases!
Road-trippers can discover their own treasures in the 50,000-square-foot retail store of unclaimed items in Scottsboro, Alabama, or online at unclaimedbaggage.com.
For more information about the Unclaimed Baggage Museum and its Grand Opening event, visit unclaimedbaggage.com/blogs/events/unclaimed-baggage-found-treasures-museum-grand-opening.
About Unclaimed Baggage
Located in Scottsboro, Alabama, Unclaimed Baggage is a one-of-a-kind retail store and the country’s only merchant of unclaimed and lost airline baggage and its contents. Unclaimed Baggage offers a treasure trove of goods that airlines have been unable to reunite with their former owners. The store has made national news for its ever-changing array of unique items from around the world, all sold at an incredible value. As part of its commitment to service and generosity, the company created the Reclaimed for Good foundation which has given millions of dollars’ worth of product and profit to meet needs around the globe. Learn about Unclaimed Baggage at unclaimedbaggage.com.