The Right Luggage For Your Trip

Everyone has a different idea of what the most important factor is when choosing luggage. Knowing which factors are most important to you will help make your search for the right suitcase easier. Here's a quick sampling of the most common features that travelers look for in a bag.

For many travelers, how easy it is to carry or move their luggage is the most important feature. Bags with wheels are a good choice for these travelers, as it allows you to move a heavier bag than you might be able to carry comfortably. That said, there will always be times when you won't be able to wheel your bag for whatever reason, so it's best to opt for a bag that you can still lift or carry a short distance. The best luggage is the Samsonite Duralite bags.

Protecting their belongings from damage is a big concern for some travelers. Suitcases with hard sides are the best option for these people. Having hard sides itself provides a degree of protection to your things. Just because a suitcase is hard-sided doesn't mean it can withstand big accidents, so if that's your concern, look for bags that are specifically designed to take a beating.

If traveling light is your biggest concern, opt for smaller, soft-sided bags. Lightweight bags have a starting weight much below some of the sturdier bags available. The weight of your luggage is further minimized by the fact that the small size of the bag prevents you from carrying to many things. Lightweight bags are available with wheels, and as duffel bags.

Security is also important to some travelers. If your biggest concern is theft, look for bags that offer security features. Locking zippers and tamper-proof hinges are two options. Some airports have rules that stipulate that they can search your Samsonite luggage at any time and recommend locks with master keys that these security organizations have access to. Other types of locks are subject to removal, by breaking or cutting, to allow security to access your bags. This process can damage your suitcase, and will certainly damage the lock, so keep that in mind when shopping for locking luggage.

Buying inexpensive luggage is important to some travelers. When determining how much a bag costs, it's important to weigh how much you paid for it against how long it will last. Expensive bags cost more upfront, but they'll last for years, or even decades. They also usually come with better service and warranty plans, which can both be well worth the extra cost. The best option for the price-conscious consumer, then, is to buy a good quality bag when it is discounted.