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I was returning from my cruise back home (FLL-EWR). Got to FLL, and plane was late due to weather.

As we were sitting waiting, the gate attendant told us that the flight was full and that we could check our carry ons underneath for free.

My father without question said yes. When I got to Newark, my carry on was the last bag off the plane.

Opened up bag yesterday to notice that I was missing a $700 necklace and some costume jewelry that I had purchased in the Caribbean.

Thought I left it on boat, but I knew I was better than that. About three hours ago, we found the damaged box to my necklace in the outside pocket of my mother's carryon.

This is the last time I ever fly Continental. And the last time I ever check a bag again. I will never ever give Continental a dollar of my business again. I would rather deal with US Airways and LGA than Continental cause of this.