A new piece of luggage is a great gift for the traveler in your life. You may not know where and when they will set off in 2024, but a new suitcase will certainly help them get there.
From classic suitcases to duffels that can be used in a variety of circumstances, we’ve compiled a list of the latest and greatest choices for travel luggage.
July Carry-On Light
Australia-based luggage company July recently launched its first pop-up store in New York (running through the end of January). First impressions have been good, mostly centered around its Carry-On Light ($245), which they claim to be the lightest double-wheeled suitcase in the world. It’s tough to confirm this type of claim, so I won’t make it here, but itissignificantlylighter than most we’ve seen, coming in at less than four pounds. This makes it easy to lift overhead and cart around, even when full. Extremely sleek, this suitcase has a 32-liter internal capacity, meaning users will need to pack light or be very efficient in their packing (perhaps utilize compression packing cubes) to make it work for longer trips. I love the suitcase for short work trips and weekend jaunts, where less is more; But, some luxuries, like multiple pairs of shoes, were not possible to bring due to space. The hard-shell offers solid durability, and it comes with a lifetime guarantee and 100-day return window.
The original Monos Carry-On is an award winner, a great option for trips that are five days or less, offering 40 liters of capacity and weighing 7 pounds. Might we suggest an upgrade, however? The Monos Carry-On Plus ($275) costs just $25 more and adds a mere 4 ounces in weight, but bumps the total capacity to 48 liters, pushing its utility out to trips of a week or more. Compression bands, zippered compartments, and a separate laundry bag help keep things organized and fresh on those longer trips, while the hard shell offers protection for fragile items inside. If you’re not completely sold, Monos also offers a 100-day return window, no questions asked.
Duffel bags are a great option for people with limited storage space at home, because, unlike traditional suitcases, they can be rolled up or packed down when not in use, taking up less space. The Alpaca 60 Duffel ($160) from Gregory, for example, comes with a stuff sack that allows it to pack down to less than a quarter of its size. Though you give up some organization when using a duffel, Gregory helps out with a separate laundry pocket and by including one packing cube. It can be carried by hand or converted into a backpack using the included straps. The versatility of a duffel is great, useful for travel but also convenient for day-to-day life, whether it’s hitting the gym or storing things in your
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