Coming soon
The great debate: hard-shell or soft-sided?
Hard-shell suitcases can handle the wear and tear of going through baggage claim. These are the sturdy cases that will last for years to come, from trunks to lightweight spinners.
Soft-sided bags
Soft-sided luggage is extremely durable and usually offers ample amount of exterior pockets that hard-shell cases typically don’t have. The flexible fabric can also be maneuvered into small overhead bins or car trunks more easily.
Coming soon
Soft-sided luggage is trending—here’s why
With top brands swapping shells for fabrics, the underdog choice is becoming trendy again. We’re breaking down the advantages that are drawing so many travelers to the soft side.
Coming soon
More bags to consider
From roomy canvas carryalls to sleek leather work bags, a good tote is a travel essential. These are the bags we bring for office commutes, beach trips, and souvenir shopping.
We’re breaking down what travelers need to know about size restrictions and airline guidance; plus, our editors’ go-to bags. Here are the duffels, totes, and backpacks we bring on every flight.
Investing in the best kids luggage won’t make traveling with children as easy as traveling without them, but it will make the whole endeavor a lot less chaotic. These are the bags frequent travelers trust for their little ones.
Travel experts’ favorite brands
We’ve found our favorites, but we also wanted to know which luggage brands industry experts swear by. Seasoned travelers, adventure seekers, and digital nomads share their top picks.
Coming soon
We asked, you answered: These are the best luggage brands to bring on your travels, according to Traveler readers. From Arlo Skye to Away, here are the brands you trust the most.
Shop by brand
Our favorites from Calpak
Our editors have tried out a variety of bags and travel accessories from Calpak and we’ve never been disappointed. Here’s the functional and sleek luggage from the brand that we love most.
Coming soon
Our favorites from Away
Mixing durability, dependability, and style, Away changed the way we look at packing. We rounded up our editors’ most-used Away bags and accessories.
Coming soon
Actor and entrepreneur Shay Mitchell‘s brand Béis has seen continued viral success since first launching a few years ago. Our editors have several favorite pieces from the brand, from roomy weekenders to a hands-free water bottle sling.
Quality luggage usually comes with a hefty price tag, but luckily, you can find some great pieces on Amazon that are both affordable and built to withstand years of wear and tear. Find top-notch carry-ons, luggage sets, weekenders, and more.
You’re probably familiar with Dagne Dover’s ubiquitous Dakota backpack. This past June, the brand launched its first-ever line of rolling luggage—and we’re a little bit obsessed.
Our long-standing favorites
Associate editor Matt Ortile has been traveling with Madewell’s best-selling Transport Tote for years. It’s functional, versatile, and built to last.
Calpak’s popular Luka duffel has previously racked up a 44,000-person-deep waiting list. It’s commerce editor’s Meaghan Kenny’s go-to duffel for weekend trips and to use as a personal item—yes, it fits under the seat in front of you.
Traveler contributor Samantha Leal has flown over 400,000 miles with Away’s original carry-on. It’s held up trip after trip, mile after mile.
Lauren Burvill, commerce editor for Condé Nast Traveller UK, swears by Antler’s overnight bag. It’s water-resistant, holds a ton, and features a laptop sleeve.
Chances are, you’ve seen Béis’s viral weekender bag all over social media. Senior commerce editor Madison Flager loves that it features a separate shoe compartment, a trolley sleeve, and a water-resistant lining.
Australian luggage brand July has developed the world’s lightest carry-on. Weighing in under four pounds, the July Carry-On Light is a minimalist’s dream.
The Adventure Bag from Stubble & Co is perfect for weekend trips and long-haul flights. It features a separate waterproof shoe compartment, compression straps for maximum storage, and is large enough to replace your carry-on, making it a great option for more rugged trips.
Pond LA’s Transform Air tote is stylish, well designed, and so versatile. It can be worn four different ways: as a shoulder bag with its sturdy carry handle, as a crossbody with its longer adjustable strap, on top of your carry-on using its trolley sleeve, and—my personal favorite way—as a backpack.
The Parallelle makeup bag is a total game changer for travel; my products have never been more organized, secure, and easy to reach. I finally found a cosmetic case that I actually love.
An ode to the Vera Bradley tote
There’s something special and nostalgic about Vera Bradley’s floral printed travel bags. Associate editor Charle Hobbs agrees—that’s why he proudly carries around his grandmother’s Vera Bradley tote.
