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14 Best Drawstring Backpacks for Travel
Whether you're embarking on a weekend getaway or a trip across the world, a drawstring backpack offers a perfect blend of fashion and functionality. Read on for our list of the best drawstring backpacks in 14 different categories.
9 Best Canvas Tote Bags for Women
A great tote bag is a staple in every girl’s travel wardrobe. It’s the perfect companion for grocery runs, day trips, weekend excursions, beach days, even visits to the laundromat … and much more. The good thing and the bad thing, however, about shopping for canvas tote bags is that there are plenty of choices. Too many, sometimes!
That’s why we’ve done the searching for you. These are the top 10 best canvas tote bags for women.
The Best Waterproof Luggage for 2025
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 2025 and beyond.
13 Best Travel Games for Adults
Travel games are an awesome addition to your upcoming vacation or remote working trip. Think about it: You can hop in a game while unwinding at your hotel grabbing a drink with some friends, or during a long-haul flight to your next destination.
No matter where (or what) you play, games are a great way to pass the time and get to know your travel buddies a little better — AKA games help you stay away from screens so you can really interact with those around you. Keep reading for our list of the best travel games for 2024 and beyond.
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.
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.
Best Backpacks with a Trolley Sleeve: Our Top 10 Picks for 2025
Sick of feeling like a sherpa when you're fumbling through the airport with your backpack and wheelie suitcase? We are too. That's why we've switched to backpacks with trolley sleeves—and we're never going back. Here are our favorite picks to help you navigate airports with ease.
16 Best Travel Gifts for Men That Are Under $100
Does gift-giving secretly stress you out? No, not because you don’t want to give gifts (we know you’re generous), but because sometimes it can feel next to impossible to find that just-right gift for the important people in your life. Fathers, brothers, partners, besties … What’s a gal to get all the men in her life–particularly the ones who also love to travel?
As always, we got you. Here are our best ideas for travel gifts for men under $100.
12 Best Béis Dupes and Travel Backpack Alternatives for 2025
If you can’t get your hands on this travel backpack (or just don’t want to be caught sporting the same travel look as everyone else at the airport), know that you’ve got options. And we’ve done the research. For an even better alternative to the popular Travel Backpack, these are our best Béis dupes.
11 Best Crescent Bags that are Timeless
Feeling tempted to jump on the trend? We’ve handpicked the best timeless crescent bags that will still feel stylish for years to come.
12 Best Travel Books to Stir Up Some Serious Wanderlust
From international flights to seemingly endless layovers to cross-country train rides, long travel days are a great opportunity to dig your nose into a new book. Whether you prefer packing light with a Kindle or reading old-school style with a well-worn paperback, a good travel book is the perfect on-the-road companion—no matter your destination.
To inspire your next trip (or just help you get through a long layover day), these are some of our favorite travel books for women who wanderlust.
10 Best Lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag Dupes and Alternatives
If you follow fashion trends on TikTok, chances are you’ve seen Lululemon’s Everywhere Belt Bag getting a lot of attention these last few months. This crossbody bag is stylish, sure — but reviewers say it’s also super functional (and worth the nearly $40 price tag).
Still, if you don’t want to shell out quite that much money, there are some amazing dupes out there that’ll cost you a lot less. In fact, some of these replicas are almost identical to Lululemon’s design and are full of practical features like adjustable straps, zippered pockets, and water-repellent fabric. Keep reading for our list of the 10 best dupes that are every bit as good as Lululemon’s version.
12 Best Travel Toiletry Bags for Women
Have you ever opened your suitcase to discover your favorite serum or nail polish exploded all over your clothes and chargers? Thoughts and prayers. We’ve experienced that travel snafu before (RIP that perfect crop top), and we’re determined to say goodbye to unwanted leaks and spills forever! That’s why we looked high and low for the best travel toiletry bags.
Whether you’re a proud high-maintenance gal or a “What even is conditioner?” minimalist, we’ve got you covered. These are the top toiletry bags for women in 2025.
15 Best Crossbody Bags and Purses for Travel
When we head out on a trip to a new destination, we typically carry around a lot of things with us that we normally wouldn't and have to plan where to put them. A crossbody purse is the perfect solution. It is the size of an everyday purse, but small enough to hang from your shoulder to free up both hands. Plus it will make you look *super* chic while you are traveling. To help you prepare for your upcoming travels, we put together a list of the 16 best crossbody purses for travel that are not only safe and functional, but stylish, too.
13 Cute (and Practical) Backpacks for Travel in 2025
Whether you’re hopping in your car for a quick road trip or venturing cross-country in a camper van, a backpack can help you travel light and stay hands-free while you’re on the go. Keep reading to dive into our list of the 13 best backpacks for travel in 2025.
Fresh and Clean: The Complete Toiletries Packing Guide
Packing your toiletry bag—whether it’s for an overnight trip or a month-long adventure—is nothing short of an art form. And if you’re not checking a bag, then you know the deal: Cramming all your lotions, potions, creams, and gels into a TSA-compliant toiletry bag just got a lot harder. To help you pack efficiently (and make sure you don’t forget anything!), check out our tried-and-true packing list for toiletries.
10 Best Anti-Theft Purses and Travel Bags
For most women who travel, safety is always a top-of-mind concern. This is especially true if you’re embarking on a solo travel adventure. No matter where your travels take you, you want to make sure you (and your belongings) are safe from morning ‘till night. To keep your ID, cards, and other valuables away from prying hands, investing in a quality anti-theft purse is the way to go. (Don’t worry—they make ‘em cute nowadays.) These are our favorite picks for anti-theft travel purses and bags.
11 Best Backpacks with Shoe Compartments in 2025
Even though shoes are a necessary travel item, they tend to take up a lot of space in your bag. That is, unless your bag comes with a designated compartment to store your shoes (and keep them away from your clean clothes). If you’re looking for a smarter way to carry your kicks, keep reading for our recommendations on the best backpacks with shoe compartments included.
11 Best Sleep Aids for Long Flights
Gearing up for a long flight and want to make sure you rest en route to your destination? We’ve found the 11 best in-flight sleep products to help you relax and wake up feeling refreshed (so you can take on whatever the day has for you). From tablets to teas to roll-ons, this list has something for everyone who struggles to sleep while at cruising altitude.
13 Best Tablet Crossbody Bags
Tablets are a great product for reading, emailing, web browsing, and taking with you while you travel. That said, if you own a tablet, you’ll need a secure (and stylish) way to carry your device whenever you’re away from home. Enter: crossbody bags. Keep reading for our list of the 13 best tablet crossbody bags for 2025 and beyond.