The joys of travel can be interrupted by unforeseen curves in the road, but how your luggage holds up doesn’t have to be one of them. A reliable suitcase that performs well in every type of travel situation is the stuff of legend. Whether you're packing for a road trip, multi-leg airport journey, or a leisurely cruise, bringing the right luggage can make the experience even more rewarding (and a touch less stressful).
With countless suitcase options on the market, we’ve enlisted the help of industry professionals and frequent travelers to help you wade through the selections—and share a bit of their own luggage strategy. Veteran Delta Air Lines flight attendant Andrea Davis has logged countless trips around the globe, and the biggest suitcase advice she has is to bring a hard-shell option because it “usually receives less damage, and the maneuverability with four wheels is unbeatable.”
From sturdy checked bags to flexible carry-ons, these tried-and-tested pieces of luggage have gotten our experts through their travels with ease, functionality, and in most cases, style. Let’s dig through their picks for the best luggage brands.
This article is part of Condé Nast Traveler’s first-ever Luggage Week, for which dozens of suitcases, backpacks, and weekender bags were road-tested by our editors.
“I am in love with my Briggs & Riley Baseline spinner. The CX compression and expansion allows me to adjust to my travel needs. It’s lightweight for a bag of its size, plus I love the colors—my bright blue allows me to spot my suitcase quickly amongst the sea of black bags. For a carry-on, I love my It Luggage replicating cabin roller bag. It’s sleek, light, and very reasonably priced.” —Lindsey Ueberroth, CEO of Preferred Travel Group
“I often have to cart my suitcase around to meetings; my Rimowa is sleek enough to sit in boardrooms, durable enough to get banged around, and lightweight so that lugging it isn’t a chore.” —Tom Marchant, owner and co-founder,Black Tomato
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“Airports can be a bleak setting, but seeing my SteamLine luggage is a reminder of romantic travel days past. It always brings a smile to my face. Travel is amazing, but the process of getting places can be stressful. With SteamLine Luggage, I can take a bit of that control back and add some beauty to the process of getting away.” —Leora Novick, founder of Persephone Social, a hospitality-focused social media agency
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“Paravel has a wide selection and a core focus on producing sustainable, carbon-neutral luggage. I particularly like the Aviator collection, which is made from recycled materials yet feels luxurious and timeless. Paravel offsets all emissions in the production process from
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Several blocks away from The Dolli in Athens’ central Plaka, visitors encounter the ruins of Hadrian’s Library and the Roman Agora before climbing the hill up to the Acropolis. Guests of The Dolli, though, have an easier time if they want a glimpse of the Parthenon’s splendor: they can take a table at the rooftop restaurant or sit in or by the infinity pool, both with straight on views of this iconic temple. It’s one reason to stay at this new boutique hotel, a part of Grecotel Hotels & Resorts, which opened officially in January and one reason owner Mari Daskalantonaki selected this site. But it’s not the only advantage of being in residence here.
Several blocks away from The Dolli in Athens’ central Plaka, visitors encounter the ruins of Hadrian’s Library and the Roman Agora before climbing the hill up to the Acropolis. Guests of The Dolli, though, have an easier time if they want a glimpse of the Parthenon’s splendor: they can take a table at the rooftop restaurant or sit in or by the infinity pool, both with straight on views of this iconic temple. It’s one reason to stay at this new boutique hotel, a part of Grecotel Hotels & Resorts, which opened officially in January and one reason owner Mari Daskalantonaki selected this site. But it’s not the only advantage of being in residence here.
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Amazon Prime Day 2023 is coming to a close, but there's still some great luggage deals ahead. Whether you're looking to get a head start on gifting for the fellow travelers in your life or upgrade your own collection, we're sure you'll find what you're looking for below. This year, we’re seeing great markdowns on suitcases, luggage sets, luggage tags, backpacks, and totes from some of our favorite brands—Tumi, Samsonite, and Delsey included.
Looking for the best car rental company? You’ve come to the right place. J.D. Power—which also ranks airlines, airports, hotels and more—has just unveiled the 2023 North America Rental Car Satisfaction Study. This annual study ranks the best rental car companies and evaluates customer satisfaction.
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Amazon Prime Day 2023 is officially here—and the luggage deals are hard to pass up. Whether you're looking to get a head start on gifting for the fellow travelers in your life or upgrade your own collection, we're sure you'll find what you're looking for below. This year, we’re seeing great markdowns on suitcases, luggage sets, luggage tags, backpacks, and totes from some of our favorite brands—Tumi, Samsonite, and Delsey included.
Amazon Prime Day 2023 is officially here—and the luggage deals are hard to pass up. Whether you're looking to get a head start on gifting for the fellow travelers in your life or upgrade your own collection, we're sure you'll find what you're looking for below. This year, we’re seeing great markdowns on suitcases, luggage sets, luggage tags, backpacks, and totes from some of our favorite brands—Tumi, Samsonite, and Delsey included.