Even though much of my job as a travel writer involves testing suitcases, I usually prefer to fly with a carry-on backpack when I have the choice. You just can’t beat the sense of freedom that ...

October 2024 When you open your favorite carry-on travel backpack, it should feel like you’re opening the door to a well-organized closet or sitting down at a clean desk, with everything in the ...

An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt ... the largest cruise ships in the world — and brought just a carry-on suitcase and a backpack. While packing light made the trip easier, I did forget ...

So now what? How do you choose between a backpack and a carry-on suitcase? Backpacks give you more freedom. Alighting an airport bus in the middle of a busy city while hauling a case on wheels is ...

Things aren't always as they seem – especially when it comes to luggage. In our quest to find the best carry-on bags, we discovered that while some suitcases look good, they don't always hold up ...