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As travelers embark on their summer trips this year, experts are weighing in on whether people should take the extra precaution of protecting their luggage by locking it up.

Travel expert Francesca Page of New York told Fox News Digital that bags and checked bags have always been an issue.

"Over the years, travel security has tightened for good reason," said Page.

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"People are not only concerned that their bags will go missing, but also that the bags are not secure or even securely handled," she added.

Page said there's also the risk of airport theft.

A massive 45.1 million Americans were predicted to travel at least 50 miles from th

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