I spent two years working as a flight attendant for a major US airline, and I heard every question you can think of.
02.08.2024 - 07:04 / breakingtravelnews.com
Travelpro® – one of the leading softside luggage brands in the United States – is taking organized travel to the next level with the launch of a colorful, five-piece softside collection, VersaPack®+. Building on the brand’s unparalleled heritage, VersaPack®+ makes travel effortless through a series of sophisticated packing solutions that allow long haul travelers to securely fit more in less space. Depending on the size, the luggage collection offers a range of organizational features, including removable packing cubes, compression systems, shoe and laundry bags, and built-in compartments for wet or dry items. Additionally, the UnderSeat Tote provides ample space and fits snugly under most airplane seats.
“Travelpro® is built for globe-trotters – those who are always traveling and demand the highest performance standards from their luggage and travel gear,” said Valérie Batrice, VP of Consumer Marketing at Travelpro®. “With over thirty years of expertise, VersaPack®+ embodies our high standards in softside luggage, empowering travelers to go further and pack smarter, wherever the journey takes them.”
Inspired by the serene shades of a Mediterranean vacation, each carry-on and checked suitcase comes in a range of modern hues, including Elemental Blue, Desert Sage and Marigold – a limited-edition color. For today’s eco-conscious traveler, the interior of each stylish suitcase is lined in a water-resistant, ECOFAB™ lining made from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic bottles, further reducing environmental waste.
The new line showcases Travelpro®‘s unwavering commitment to durability and professional quality. Travelers will glide effortlessly through the airport on eight MagnaTrac® self-aligning spinner wheels, while the durable, four-stop PowerScope handle with a patented Contour Grip provides precise steering control when it’s most needed. Robust YKK® zippers and a ballistic nylon fabric build with a stain and abrasion-resistant DuraGuard® coating keep VersaPack®+ looking fresh and new.
Designed for today’s modern frequent traveler and built to last, VersaPack®+ has undergone more than 15 rigorous durability assessments, ensuring the collection meets the high standards of travel pros worldwide who trust Travelpro® to keep them moving. VersaPack®+ comes with a Built For a Lifetime Limited Warranty and is available now on Travelpro.com, ranging in price from $169-$449 USD.
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