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What luggage is best for travel?
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items I get asked a lot about things I use and things I depend on for travel. These are my solid recommendations.
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Fun Travel
Work Travel
Packing Cubes
Small Items
Things to consider
Fun Travel
I love to explore the world and I like to do it with ease!
I have travelled all over everywhere with this backpack. It's showing signs of use but not signs of wear, which makes it the only backpack I trust.
Fairview® 40 Travel Pack - Women's Trekking Carry-On ...
This comes with me in my backpack. You still need a day pack when you travel. I just don't like to carry extra weight to make that happen. So this whole line is a total win!
Ultralight Stuff Pack
I love how much internal organization there is in this. I have tried a LOT of slings and fanny packs and this one is the keeper for international travel.
Venture Sling 9L | Large crossbody bag for all-day adventure
Work Travel
Regrettably not everything can be jammed into my backpack when I'm on the job.
It's top-loading and once you know this is a possibility, hotel luggage racks suddenly work and you will wonder why you ever used the split-loading luggage.
Hanke Carry On Luggage, Suitcase with Wheels
Packing Cubes
YES. I love packing cubes. They keep me organized!
I only use these for backpacking. They weigh nothing which makes them perfect if you have to carry them. I use different cubes in my suitcase though because these are top-loading and not always convenient for work clothes.
Ultralight Packing Cube Set
These are the perfect packing cubes for work because they are durable, light, and have a zipper that goes ¾ of the way around the bag. If you watch my TikTok about travel suitcases, you see mine in action!
Eagle Creek Packing Cubes: Travel Cubes For Packing
I don't use compression bags a lot but when I do, I want to take something the size of a pillow and turn it into something that could fit in my purse. (No exaggeration here. I have done that with my memory foam pillow.) But I also want to know that t...
Sea to Summit Stuff & Compression Sacks
To be clear, these won't compress like the Sea to Summit Compression Sacks, but they do make your suitcase nicely manageable but getting rid of dead air around the edges of your packing cube.
Shop Compression Packing Cubes for Travel
Small Items
This is the smallest, most durable bag I have ever carried. I have the sling and a regular shopping bag that I use constantly when I travel, plus the backpack. I don't love the backpack. It's just too small and the straps too thin if you carry anythi...
Nanobag - The ultimate ultralight bag – Nanobag Official Store
Things to consider
These are things I bought after my base essentials were purchased. Consider them as future purchases.
I bought this thinking I'd want to downsize my backpack and go smaller. I like it but I haven't used it enough to give it a solid field review. It's solid and very attractive though. I'd recommend it if you want a carry on bag in addition to your che...
Heritage Scarab - Classic Style Sustainable Compression ...
I will freely admit that part of the appeal of this bag was that it matched the backpack. It's turned out to be amazing for day trips though because it holds my Canon camera and one small lens. Since the purpose of a camera is not to have it in a bac...
Osprey Heritage Waist Pack 8 | Lifestyle
I wanted a tiny lightweight wallet where I could store my cards when I travel. This one is light AND if you have the Bellroy sling bag, it has a key clip which I use to attach my wallet.
Ultralight Wallet
OK - confession time. I bought it for my tech gear but it turned out to be a great way to organize my makeup.
PACK-IT™ Reveal E-Tools Organizer Mini
This isn't the lightest bag but I do like how sturdy it is. If you're walking through Byward Market or cheese shopping in Palaiseau, you need a bag that has a little more durability.
Market Tote | Versatile Foldable Tote Shoulder Bag
When I have my suitcase and I know I'll be shopping at my destination (has anyone ever left Mexico without a new blanket?) then I pack this and return with it as my carry on.
Travel Duffel Bags