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Travel + Leisure
a day ago
- Travel + Leisure
This 2-piece Samsonite Luggage Set Has Lasted Reviewers 'Millions' of Miles Without Showing Damage—and It's on Sale
Using a suitcase that isn't up to snuff could give you a world of trouble when you're supposed to be having fun. Some annoying things that can happen include breaking a wheel or busting the zipper—then what? Or, if you're like me, you'll dislocate the telescoping handle at the airport and have no choice but to walk bent over, rolling it around by the carrying handle. Some of us have learned the hard way how much a suitcase's quality really matters. Samsonite has been perfecting the science of suitcase-making for 80-plus years and now ranks among the best luggage brands for design and durability. In fact, the hardside Samsonite Omni 2 Luggage Set is currently one of Amazon's best-selling sets, racking up more than 5,500 five-star ratings and 1,000 purchases a month. Reviewers say they can travel for weeks with it and experience no broken handles, wonky wheels, or major problems. The Samsonite Omni 2 Luggage Set is best known for combining top-notch scratch resistance with an ultralight design. It's made of what Samsonite calls 'the lightest 100 percent polycarbonate' shell that's covered in a micro-diamond texture to conceal and repel scuffs and scratches. In their review, one shopper wrote, 'This luggage set was surely binged and banged from the airport luggage handlers, the hotel porters, and the motorcoach staff,' nothing that after taking it on a 12-day international trip with six hotel changes, 'there was not a dent or scratch to be seen' thanks largely to these tiny, impact-absorbing diamonds. Similarly, another traveler said, 'I have used the Omni 1 and now the Omni 2 for over two million miles over hundreds of flights…These are amazing . They have taken an unbeatable beating over the years, but never broke," adding that "everything inside arrives safe and unbroken.' The two-piece set includes a 24-inch checked bag (technically 26.5 by 18.5 by 11.5 inches on the outside) and a 19-inch carry-on (overall 22 inches by 15 inches by 10 inches). This is the maximum carry-on size for most major U.S. airlines, which is to say it holds a ton. One reviewer wrote that with compression packing cubes, they were able to fit 12 days' worth of clothing inside the carry-on alone. Others said they had no trouble fitting two weeks' worth in the 24-inch checked suitcase, one claiming they could 'pack for a month and still have some room.' And with the feather-like weight of it (9 pounds total), you have a higher chance of being able to stuff it full without going over the 50-pound checked bag limit. Both bags open up to a mesh divider and elastic cross straps inside. They're expandable and sit on 360-degree spinner wheels that roll smoothly over cobblestone streets and other rough surfaces. The larger checked bag size also has a TSA-approved lock on the side. The Samsonite Omni two-piece set is on sale for up to 32 percent off right now at Amazon, making it as little as $264 instead of $390. It also comes in a two-piece set with a larger suitcase in place of the 24-inch bag, and a three-piece set. Or you can buy the carry-on and medium checked bag individually, starting around $107 and $138, respectively. Shop more top-quality sets from Samsonite below. At the time of publishing, the price started at $267. Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we'll send you our favorite travel products each week.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
You've been packing your suitcase all wrong – try this ‘genius' hack and your clothes won't get creased
IF you're lucky enough to be jetting abroad any time soon, you've come to the right place and will need to listen up. According to one travel fan, it appears that we've been packing our suitcases all wrong. 3 3 Not only this, but if you want to fit as many clothes into your case as possible without them getting creased, it might be time to ditch the packing cubes, which are loved by many including Stacey Solomon and mum-of-22 Sue Radford. Posting on social media, Annabelle Kate, who has spent the last three years travelling around the world, shared her hack to ensure you can take all the belongings you need on your next trip. In a short clip shared online, Annabelle filmed herself packing her suitcase, as she wrote: 'I've found the best way to fit everything in your case!' According to this content creator, the key is to 'keep everything as flat as possible.' Not only this, but she urged travel enthusiasts to 'throw away your packing cubes.' Instead of folding items into piles, Annabelle puts her clothes into her suitcase flat, as she explained: 'By keeping everything flat you can fit so much more in your case.' And that's not the best part, as she then continued: 'And of course your clothes don't get creased or wrinkled.' Thanks to Annabelle's packing hack, she was able to fit numerous items of clothing into her small case, including a blazer, waistcoat, tops, shorts, dresses, as well as bikinis and underwear. Annabelle's TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @ annabellekateee, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly gone viral and racked up 1.5 million views, 36,800 likes and 213 comments. But social media users were left totally divided by Annabelle's luggage hack - while some thought it was 'genius', not everyone was as complimentary. Shoppers run to Tesco desperate to nab the 'suitcase of dreams' that's the 'prettiest vintage style case' and 'so cheap' One user wrote: 'This is what I do. I used packing cubes and could hardly fit anything.' A second chimed in: 'This is exactly how I pack and in my opinion it's better than using packing cubes.' Someone else agreed: 'Yes, packing cubes are a headache when packing!! It gets so bulky when using packing cubes.' Whilst one travel fan gushed: 'Omg this is so genius.' But at the same time, one person snapped: 'I'm not putting my clean clothes in a dirty suitcase. Packing cubes for the win.' Holiday packing tips Jemma Solomon, aka The Label Lady has got 5 packing tips to help you get organised for your next holiday. 1. Write a list Think about all the essentials you need to take with you; suncream, medicine, a few games for the kids, beach towels, and write everything in one list, which you can tick off as you add it to your suitcase. Or for complete ease, try Google's AI app - Gemini - which will create a list for you and help you not over pack. 2. Involve your kids Jemma said: 'My girls are getting older, they're 11 and nine, and they enjoy helping to pack. So I send them a list, and say 'this is what you need' and they follow the list. 'And then I give them a rucksack each - and say to them 'you can have whatever you want in there as long as it's not liquid', and they can take that on the plane. And that's their 'home away from home' items.' 3. Try a hack or two She said: "I think they all work, but for different reasons - and you've just got to pick the right one for your trip. "Rolling your clothes is really good to stop your clothes from getting creases. And if you're trying to get a lot of items into your case, it's a space saver. 'Packing cubes are great - for example, I'm going on holiday with my three kids and we're all using the same suitcase for our clothes. "These handy compartments let you separate your clothes, toiletries and tech into designated cubes, maximising luggage space by keeping your items compressed and neatly stacked. "I love taking them abroad with the family and it means my kids can easily take charge of their own items once we've arrived." 4. Decant beauty products Do you really need to take full-size bottles of shampoo and conditioner with you? The beauty industry has evolved so much, you can now buy shampoo bars or sheets - which are much lighter and smaller. Or, if you'll be popping to the shops when you're abroad, consider buying some items when you arrive. 5. Get organised before you come home Jemma said: 'When you repack on holiday [before coming home], the trick is to separate clean from dirty clothes. 'Also pack it in some form of order - so lights, darks, colours for items that need washing, or if you wash your clothes by person in the household, piles for each person. "Then you can put it straight into the washing machine. Do it straight away, don't leave it." Another added: 'Respectfully, please don't tell me how to pack.' A third commented: 'Packing cubes also served as organisers. Easier to identify items/clothes in times of use.' Meanwhile, someone else penned: 'Vacuum sealer and packing cubes for the win.'
The Sun
4 days ago
- The Sun
Tripp Holiday 8 suitcase review: At this price? The best I've used
I'LL ADMIT it — I'm a grumpy traveller. Delays, legroom, baggage fees; I become an unbearable curmudgeon from the moment I step into the airport until I'm safely on foreign soil. Near the top of my list of complaints is the traumatic experience my luggage goes through. In a couple of short years, my beloved Antler suitcase has gone from pristine to battered, bruised, sorry and scarred. So I set out to find a suitcase that offers the same things I love about my Antler, but at a price point that doesn't make me reluctant to part with it at the check-in desk. Enter the Tripp Holiday 8. Tripp Holiday 8 Suitcase (Medium), £55 from Amazon BUY HERE Pros: Great value for money Four wheels make it easy to manoeuvre Expandable design Available in a range of colours Scratch-resistant design and durable hard shell TSA Lock Lightweight Cons: I had to wrestle with the telescopic handle on a few occasions No pockets on the interior divider (but I can forgive that at this price) Rating: 9/10 Tripp Suitcase review: Quickfire Q&A How much is it? I don't find myself saying this much in my job, but eminently reasonable; the medium size I tested is just £55 on Amazon. What sizes are available? There are three different sizes: I tested out the medium, which has a 75-litre capacity, but there's also a large suitcase with a capacity of 102 litres, and a cabin version with 37 litres. Is it hard-shell or soft-shell? It's hard-shell, made from 100% Polypropylene. Who's it best for? People who want a suitcase good and nice enough to travel with regularly, but don't want to drop hundreds on something for a luxury brand. I'd recommend this in an instant to people who fly frequently with budget airlines. What we loved: It has everything you'd expect from a modern suitcase at a reasonable price. What's not to like? What we didn't: There are no major complaints; there's a bit of a knack to getting the telescopic handle back down once it's fully extended. There are also no interior pockets, but at this price, I can let that one go. How I tested the Tripp Holiday 8 4 I tested this case the only way I know how: by taking it on holiday. The Holiday 8 accompanied me on a weekend trip to Paris; we took the Eurostar, meaning it rarely left my sight. We also walked the half an hour from Gare du Nord to our hotel, meaning I got a good sense of how easy it is to wheel around. The only trial I didn't put it through is to see how it squared up against the brutal treatment of airport baggage handlers. However, I've got a two-week holiday with a long-haul flight coming up in a couple of months, so I'll make sure to update this review then. Tripp review: The Nitty Gritty First impressions 4 Tripp Holiday 8 Suitcase (Medium), £55 from Amazon As far as suitcases go, this is a looker. Granted, it's perhaps not Rimowa levels of sleek, but I've seen some pretty ghastly budget suitcases, and this isn't one of them. It comes in eight different colours, ranging from austere black to the vivid "Watermelon" colour I tested. I always tend towards a brighter suitcase, not only because I find black and grey ones boring to look at (you're off on holiday, have some fun with it!) but because they're easy to spot on a luggage carousel, and the more outlandish colour your case is, the less likely it is that someone is going to take it home with them mistakenly. This manages to be noticeable without being garish, though; there's a nice grid design on the front, and it's mostly made from an anti-scratch material, although a run-in with baggage handlers will be the real test. Otherwise, there's pretty much everything you'd expect from a modern suitcase: four wheels, a retractable handle, two handgrips and an integrated TSA lock. 4 As you see with many suitcases nowadays, there's a zip you can use to unlock a bit of extra space — unzipping creates an extra nine litres of space, taking overall capacity from 66L to 75L. Inside, there's nothing remarkable going on. It's a pretty basic but spacious interior, with a polyester lining and a zip-up divider. My Antler suitcase had several mesh pockets in the divider, which were handy for storing smaller items like toiletries and books. There's no such luxury here, but considering the difference between this and an Antler suitcase is around £150, I'll let this one slide. I could buy a set of packing cubes and still save £130. Does it deliver? BUY HERE Absolutely. I'm not surprised the Holiday 8 is multi-award-winning. It doesn't do anything particularly flashily — I feel about it like a football commentator does about a workhorse midfielder: "He does the simple things well". It's nice and lightweight, for example, weighing in at just 2.9kg (and yes, I did check that myself). While the 1kg between that and my Antler suitcase might not seem like much, any overpacker can attest that every little helps when it comes to weight saving. And if you're not an overpacker, you'll still appreciate that weight saving if you have to lug the case up a set of train station steps. I took it on a weekend trip to Paris, and it was spacious enough for my partner and me to take several more outfits each than we needed, with plenty of room for shoes, jumpers and other bulky items. We didn't even bother expanding the suitcase to its full 75-litre capacity. I'd say that the Medium suitcase provides ample space for a full week away — if you're a good packer and you're going somewhere hot that only requires skimpy clothes, it could even fit enough for two people. As mentioned, there's nothing too sophisticated about the interior of the case, but there is a rudimentary (non-adjustable) packing strap that did a decent job of keeping my belongings in place. I would potentially recommend investing in some packing cubes, though, as there are no pockets, zippers or compartments to help you organise your luggage. When we arrived in Paris, we walked the half an hour to our hotel, and not only did the Holiday 8's watermelon hue feel stylish enough for the famously chic streets, it was also really easy to manoeuvre thanks to the trolley handle, lightweight design and four wheels. Because we went on the Eurostar, the case didn't have to withstand too much abuse or wear and tear, but once I've used it a few more times, I'll report back with my verdict on its durability. However, it's made from tough polypropylene, and its surface seems pretty tough to scratch — plus, the existing Tripp suitcase reviews I've read all stress its toughness and durability. How much is the Tripp Holiday 8? I feel like half of my job entails moaning about how expensive things are nowadays, so it's a welcome change to be able to say that the Tripp Holiday 8 feels like great value for money. The cabin case comes in at just £47.50, my medium case costs £55, and the large case is £69.50. Those prices make Tripp a very attractive option, especially when you compare it to luxury luggage brands, whose prices for a medium case tend to be well into the hundreds. Where to buy the Tripp Holiday 8 Personally, I'd head to Amazon, where you can get the luggage at the same price as the Tripp website, with free delivery. However, you can get comparatively cheap next-day delivery from the Tripp website if you're in a pinch. The Holiday 8 is also stocked at Next, but at the time of writing, it's not the cheapest option. Tripp Holiday 8 alternatives If you're looking for something at a similar price point to the Holiday 8, competition is fairly limited. Supermarkets often sell own-brand luggage at very affordable price points, and you have the advantage of being able to go into a store and grab one instead of waiting for delivery. If you're looking for something stylish, you could give this Elements suitcase from Dunelm a go; it's got a stylish ridged design that makes it look a lot more expensive than its £35 price tag. It also comes in a range of seven colours, and it's got an impressive 4.5-star rating from 340 reviews. If you're willing to spend a bit more cash, my advice would always be to go to Antler; while the prices are high, its cases have a luxury feel and are super stylish. I've got the Icon Stripe in Mist Blue, and it's a really swish suitcase.
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Travel + Leisure
22-07-2025
- Travel + Leisure
This Luggage Set Survived a ‘3-week, Multi-country Journey,' and It's 65% Off Today
The only thing that's better than an affordable suitcase with all the bells and whistles is a nesting luggage set that can survive a three-week trip. That said, if you have a vacation on the horizon, we recommend taking a pre-trip pit stop for a new luggage set that's deeply discounted at Target today. The Skonyon Three-Piece Hardshell Luggage Set features suitcases in 20-inch, 24-inch, and 28-inch sizes, ideal for short, medium, and long trips, and is available in four colors. One shopper said it's the 'best purchase' they've made, and we're not surprised. After all, the sleek suitcases possess all the qualities of high-end luggage, including 360-degree spinner wheels, TSA-approved locks, zippered mesh pockets, and more, but they are just $59 each since the entire set is marked down to $176. Each piece is crafted from rust-, tear-, and shatter-resistant acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) and polycarbonate (PC), which one traveler confirmed is 'super solid,' and their 'top choice for luggage.' Meanwhile, the 360-degree spinner wheels ensure that it 'glides like a dream,' according to a buyer. Another shopper confirmed that they were able to 'roll both the 28-inch and 24-inch with one hand' through the Orlando airport, which spans 13,297 acres. All three suitcases—which several reviewers report fit in the overhead compartments—are also equipped with durable zippers and TSA-approved locks, which adds a layer of security while traveling. However, the luggage interior takes the cake, featuring fully lined compartments, adjustable compression straps, and zippered mesh pockets that will help you stay organized and pack like a pro. One shopper mentioned that there's even a compartment just for your laptop if you're traveling for work. Nevertheless, it's no wonder another buyer said the set 'made it through a three-week, multi-country journey' with no problems. Translation: If you're looking for luggage that travelers claim 'outperforms more expensive brands' with 'better rolling wheels' and loads of pockets, consider your search over. This stylish set is currently 65 percent off in four colors, so don't miss your chance to snag it before your next vacation. There are so many more new luggage sets on sale at Target for under $170. Keep scrolling to shop and save on them before they disappear. Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we'll send you our favorite travel products each week.
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Travel + Leisure
17-07-2025
- Travel + Leisure
This Is the Biggest Mistake American Tourists Make When Traveling to Europe
In December, I visited Vienna. It's a beautiful city, especially around the holidays. The imperial architecture, cobblestoned streets, and twinkling Christmas lights made me feel like I was in a fairy tale. But the fairytale sensation was disrupted by the rattle of my oversized carry-on clacking against the paving stones. Not just for me, as I half-dragged, half-rolled the luggage ... it was an earache for everyone. As I walked from the train station to my hotel, I noticed that I was getting judgmental looks from many Viennese people. My luggage made me stand out—I was sure of it. It turned out that my assumption, that I was getting the side-eye from locals because of my big suitcase, was correct. In a viral video on TikTok, which has been viewed more than seven million times, the woman behind the account @GreeceTravelSecrets said packing large suitcases are a common big mistake for Americans who travel Europe. She then went into the reasons why this makes tourists stand out. First, there are far fewer elevators in Europe, meaning you'll be huffing up multiple flights of stairs holding your heavy, cumbersome bag. Second, Vienna is one of many cities in Europe with ancient cobblestoned roads that are poorly suited for tiny suitcase wheels. Third, European buildings are much more petite than their American counterparts. As showcased in the video below, it can be hard to fit larger bags through the narrow doorways and hallways that are common in older cities. Aside from the logistical challenges, there's also the judgment factor. Overpacking is seen as a distinctly American behavior in Europe. The spectacle of it—the large suitcases, the struggling, the maximilist tendencies—it's going to draw eyes. It's become such a trademark of American travelers that some have said that they've been approached by Europeans about it. 'I had a European lady in the airport tell me she knew I was immediately American because of the amount of luggage,' one person on TikTok wrote. There are dozens of viral videos on the platform documenting the experience of bringing a bulky bag on your Euro summer. But, all things considered, the judgment isn't entirely fair. Americans are traveling further, and typically for longer, for their European vacation. Most people are packing for two-week-long trips, and are having to be prepared for a variety of activities. It really comes down to what you want to prioritize: convenience and subtlety, or your stuff? Do you want to blend in, or do you want to have six outfit options for your museum tour and rooftop dinner? One commenter firmly declared she'll always opt for overpacking. 'I don't care if I look like a tourist,' the TikTok user wrote. 'I am one. It's fine.'
