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Trunk Luggage: Unveiling the Best Options for Travelers

Getting ready for a long-haul flight? When you have a lot to pack and carry with you, you need a suitcase that can go the distance. Trunk luggage is bigger and more durable than your traditional carry-on, making it the ideal pick for flying with a checked bag and securing your belongings in the luggage hold. These are the best picks for trunk luggage in 2024.

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10 Best Rimowa Luggage Dupes and Alternatives

From Cara Delivgne to Jessica Alba and Elle Fanning, you’ve probably seen pics of more than one A-lister flaunting their Rimowa luggage at LAX. Want to capture the same look without dropping four figures on a carry-on suitcase? Us, too! That’s why we’ve done the research and the vetting. These are the best Rimowa luggage alternatives that won’t break the bank.

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The Best Waterproof Luggage for 2024

Are you an active adventure-seeker whose ideal travel getaway requires facing the elements? Or maybe you’re a city-hopping nomad who needs a waterproof bag that won’t get soggy when you’re caught in a rainstorm. From keeping your cards safe with a waterproof wallet to protecting your camera with a waterproof camera bag, we’ve rounded up all the best waterproof luggage for your travels in 2024 and beyond.

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10 Best Vegan Leather Luggage: Totes, Duffels, Backpacks, and More

Going vegan means a lot more than just changing up your diet. IYKYK. But while you want to do right by our furry friends, sometimes it’s a real challenge to find all the traveling gear you need (Vegan’s Version). We’re here to help. We’ve sifted through all the research to weed out the animal leather and build you a list of the top 10 best vegan leather luggage—from totes to duffels, backpacks, and more.

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10 Best Zipperless Luggage and Suitcases

Don’t get us wrong—as sometimes overpackers, we definitely appreciate the flexibility an expandable zippered suitcase will give you. But the more time we spend on the road, the more we’ve come to adopt a minimalist mindset, i.e., buying less and investing in quality that will last. Enter the zipperless suitcase: She’s strong; she’s secure; and she’s stylish. Sure, she’s a little bit more expensive than your standard soft-shell, zippered suitcase, but she’s built with quality to stand the test of time.

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10 Best Brands That Offer Customized & Built-to-Order Luggage

Ah, the dreaded baggage carousel, where you watch dozens of near-identical black suitcases spin around and hope to catch sight of yours despite your bleary, jet-lagged vision. Next time you fly, speed things up at the baggage claim with a customized suitcase that stands out from the crowd. Here's how to find a built-to-order suitcase for 2024.

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Pack More, Worry Less: The Ultimate Guide to 10 Expandable Suitcases

Got a little carried away with souvenir shopping? Been there, done that. That’s why we’re all about traveling with an expandable suitcase that gives you room to shop ‘til you drop completely worry-free—even when you’re an ocean away from home. Check out the best expandable suitcases for travel in 2024.

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The Ultimate Guide to Packing a Suitcase: Maximize Space and Minimize Stress

Shoes, toiletries, clothes (worse, dirty clothes!) … It’s all a lot to manage when you’re on the road. Whether you’re traveling near or far, figuring out how to efficiently pack a suitcase is often a big source of pre-travel jitters. But with the right tips, you can master the art of packing to maximize your space, minimize your stress, and make your vacation that much better.

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10 Best Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Luggage Brands

Do you travel with sustainable luggage? It may seem like not a big deal, but all of the small steps you take to help care for the environment can really go a long way in having a positive impact on our collective future. Not sure how to find eco-friendly luggage? These are the top brands making sustainable suitcases.

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10 Best Luggage Tags for Travel in 2024

Luggage tags might seem like a thing of the past. But believe it or not, luggage tags are still really useful when traveling. While your airline will put an ID tag on your checked luggage, if you use a carry-on bag or if you’re traveling by train or bus, then it’s up to you to make sure your bag is identifiable. Help prevent lost luggage with one of the 10 best luggage tags for travel.

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9 Best Travelpro Luggage Items of 2024

The Travelpro bestseller’s page is brimming with five-star reviews—and if you’ve ever flown with one of their coveted CrewTM or Platinum® Elite suitcases, then you’ll know why. Created by Robert Plath, a commercial airline pilot, Travelpro has been designing professional-grade luggage for over 30 years. And now civilians can get in on the same gear that aviation professionals swear by. These are the top 9 Travelpro items every traveler should invest in.

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10 Best Luggage Straps for Suitcases and Travel Bags

What the heck is a luggage strap? A luggage strap is a little-known travel hack that all frequent flyers swear by. Not only do they help keep your suitcase securely closed, but you can also use them to attach smaller bags to your carry-on or checked suitcase for easy mobility in the airport. Check out the 10 best luggage straps for suitcases.

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10 Best Aluminum Luggage & Suitcases for 2024

If you’re looking for practicality, an aluminum suitcase is robust enough to keep your valuables protected, even through tough travel days. And if you’re looking for style, aluminum luggage is famed for its enduring chicness and sophistication. Either way, you can’t go wrong with a new aluminum suitcase for all your upcoming travels in 2024. Here’s the round-up of this year’s best aluminum luggage and suitcases.

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