{"id":565,"date":"2017-09-27T16:56:04","date_gmt":"2017-09-27T16:56:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fromthiscity.com\/?p=565"},"modified":"2019-11-08T11:14:14","modified_gmt":"2019-11-08T11:14:14","slug":"best-carry-on-luggage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fromthiscity.com\/best-carry-on-luggage\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Carry-On Luggage"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Carry-On Luggage Guide<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Buying luggage is not my favorite aspect of trip planning. They all look the same, yet vary wildly from cheap to really expensive. Not to mention, they\u00a0get\u00a0tossed\u00a0around like a football\u00a0by the baggage\u00a0handlers. They\u00a0need to\u00a0be\u00a0ready to\u00a0take\u00a0a few knocks and then some. In the end, I’m confused by all the choices, that I just go with the\u00a0pretty one. Yeah, I’m superficial like that.<\/p>\n

Why Buy Carry-On Luggage?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Firstly, baggage handlers will not set one finger on it, since I’ll be boarding the plane with it and placing it in the overhead compartment.<\/p>\n

Secondly, I don’t have to wait at baggage claim, staring at the conveyer belt for 20 minutes, hoping I see my luggage pop out. And then I realize everyone’s luggage looks exactly the same. Except for that one person who has the crazy neon luggage.<\/p>\n

Thirdly, I’m forced to pack more realistically, because of the carry-on size limits on flights. No more packing random things that I don’t need and then having to lug around a 100lb suitcase.<\/p>\n

And best of all, I don’t have to worry about airlines charging me extra for checking a bag. On some budget flights, you’re not even allowed one checked bag without forking over some cash.<\/p>\n

Hard or Soft-Sided Case?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Picking a hard suitcase or a soft-sided case is a matter of preference. There are pros and cons for each.<\/p>\n

HARD SUITCASES<\/h4>\n

Hard suitcases protect the contents of your suitcase better. However, because of their rigid structure, they take up more space regardless of what you put inside. If you are going to fill up your luggage, then\u00a0that’s not really a negative. On the plus side, they are built strong and will last a long time, if you buy right.<\/p>\n

SOFT-SIDED SUITCASES<\/h4>\n

Soft-sided bags, tend to be cheaper, lighter, and are more familiar to most travelers. If you don’t fill them completely, they can be compressed and will take up less space. However, they generally are less protective than hard-cased luggage.<\/p>\n

Carry-On Sizes By Airline<\/strong><\/h2>\n

You might be wondering, what luggage size is considered a carry-on? Well, it depends on the airline and whether you are flying in the U.S. or internationally.<\/p>\n

To give you an example of the size variety, I’ve created a cheat sheet below featuring a few common airlines. You will notice straight away, that carry-on sizes vary by airline. Even more so if you are flying internationally.<\/p>\n

The moral of the story, check with your airline, just to make sure.<\/p>\n

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EXPANDABLE CARRY-ONS<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Samsonite Omni PC Hardside 20 in. Spinner<\/a><\/h4>\n

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For over 100 years, Samsonite has been providing travelers with dependable luggage. My parents had a few suitcases back in the day and I’ve grown up relying on Samsonite’s high standards.<\/p>\n

BUILT TO LAST<\/h5>\n

The exterior of the Samsonite Omni Carry-On is 100% polycarbonate\u00a0and is very durable. The case will stay beautiful on the outside, due to its micro-diamond texture. A TSA lock is built-in to the outside and is handy if you don’t already have a lock. The exterior zipper is well made and kept everything inside secure.<\/p>\n

LIGHTWEIGHT<\/h5>\n

It weighs only 6.8 lbs and measures 22 x 15 x 9.5 inches, including its 4 wheels. Again, check with individual airlines size limits just in case. The handle extends easily and feels strong compared to flimsy ones I’ve tried.<\/p>\n

ORGANIZED INTERIOR<\/h5>\n

Inside it has a full zip interior pocket, divider, and cross straps that secure belongings from corner to corner.<\/p>\n

360 DEGREE SPINNER WHEELS<\/h5>\n

It’s so easy to carry over the uneven surfaces at the airport and it spins 360 degrees, thanks to the 4 fully-rotating wheels. Spinner carry-on luggage is the best.<\/p>\n

EXPANDS TO INCREASE CAPACITY<\/h5>\n

Thanks to the expandable zipper, you can turn this luggage into a bigger size. Just keep in mind, once it’s expanded it will have to be checked in. It’s perfect for me when I’m coming back from a trip and I decided to do a little shopping. It’s very versatile and expands to a larger suitcase.<\/p>\n

MANUFACTURER WARRANTY<\/h5>\n

Samsonite backs this carry-on with a 10-year warranty. I highly recommend this carry-on, especially at the very reasonable price.<\/p>\n

Rockland Melbourne 20 in. Expandable Carry-On<\/a><\/h4>\n

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Coming in 34 colors (yes you read right), the Rockland Melbourne suitcase is a travelers dream. If you’re searching for cute carry-on luggage, this color combination is especially sweet.<\/div>\n
EXPANDABLE<\/h5>\n

It can be transformed into a larger suitcase, by using the expandable zipper, which expands the suitcase to add more storage.<\/p>\n

It weighs only 6.5 lbs and measures 20 x 13 x 9 inches, including its 4 wheels. Again, check with individual airlines size limits just in case.<\/p>\n

SPINNER WHEELS<\/h5>\n

The suitcase is lightweight, yet feels quite rigid and durable. The wheels are multi-directional and spin 360 degrees, for added versatility when traveling. The telescopic handle extends well and felt sturdy.<\/p>\n

3-YEAR WARRANTY<\/h5>\n

The company backs the suitcase with a 3-year warranty, which is essential to a frequent flyer like me.<\/p>\n

AmazonBasics Hardside Spinner Luggage<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n

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For the budget traveler, the Amazon Basics Hardside Spinner luggage is great for occasional travel throughout the year. It is 8.7 lbs, so is a little heavier than the previous carry-ons mentioned. The dimensions are 22 x 14 x 9 inches.<\/p>\n

360-DEGREE SPINNER WHEELS<\/h5>\n

It has a protective hard shell with a scratch-resistant finish. The wheels rotate to 360 degrees and make carrying inside and outside the airport easy. The telescoping handle extends easily and feels stable.<\/p>\n

EXPANDABLE<\/h5>\n

It can be expanded by unzipping the “expandable” zipper and adds about 15% more packing capacity to the luggage.<\/p>\n

EXTRA POCKETS<\/h5>\n

I really like the interior compartments. In addition to a zipped pocket, you get an additional 2 organizer pockets to keep smaller items. I found it very handy for my socks and phone chargers.<\/p>\n

Travelpro Maxlite 3 Expandable 21 in. Spinner<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n

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Travelpro Maxlite 3 is the perfect carry-on, for frequent use. Used for a few flights, you begin to notice the well-thought-out details that have been included with this luggage.\u00a0Many of my friends who travel often, swear by this little carry-on. It just does everything really well.<\/p>\n

ERGONOMIC TELESCOPIC HANDLE<\/h5>\n

The telescopic handle is molded to feel ergonomic to the touch. They’ve designed it especially to be used with their fully spinning wheels. It felt secure and I was able to spin the carry-on easily and comfortably, without hurting my hands. It’s especially handy when you are walking through the airplane and need to roll the carry-on sideways.<\/p>\n

It’s certainly not as heavy as the suitcases from our parent’s youth, but it weighs 9.1 lbs. That is pretty average to me when comparing it against modern carry-on luggage. It measures 21 x 14 x 9 inches, so will easily fit most airline overhead compartments.<\/p>\n

Inside it has a full-length interior lid pocket, side accessory pocket, and adjustable straps to keep everything secure.<\/p>\n

INTERNATIONAL VERSION<\/h5>\n

If you need something smaller when going overseas, they also make an international version of the Travelpro Maxlite 3<\/a>, which is slightly smaller. International carry-on luggage is generally smaller compared to domestic American flight requirements.<\/p>\n

NON-EXPANDABLE<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Kenneth Cole Reaction Out of Bounds 20 in. Carry-On<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n

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For the style-conscious traveler, the Kenneth Cole Reaction “Out of Bounds” carry-on is perfect. It comes in 8 colors, but my favorite is definitely the charcoal version, which looks expensive.<\/p>\n

LIGHTWEIGHT BUILD<\/h5>\n

It only weighs 6.6 lbs, so is very lightweight to carry. It measures 21.75 x 15.25 x 9 inches, including the fully spinning wheels.<\/p>\n

The hard exterior feels durable and is reinforced with molded corners for extra protection. It can be laid on its side since it has raised bezels to rest the suitcase on. It’s handy for those times you board an airport shuttle and they need to squeeze each suitcase in.<\/p>\n

Inside, space is divided into 50% storage on one side and 50% storage on the other. I found that really useful for separating shoes from the rest of my clothes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

UNDERSEAT<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Delsey Quilted Rolling UnderSeat Tote<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n

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For even smaller carry-ons, the Delsey quilted under-seat bag is a nice little bag to pop under your seat. It can definitely be put in the overhead compartment, but can fit under your seat for easy access.<\/p>\n

STACKABLE ON TOP OF LUGGAGE<\/h5>\n

The dimensions are 15 x 14 x 9 inches and it weighs 7.1 lbs. It can either be carried like a purse or pulled behind you, with its telescopic handle and two wheels. It also has a strap in the back that allows it to be stacked over a larger piece of luggage.<\/p>\n

MULTIPLE POCKETS<\/h5>\n

I was really impressed by the amount of storage it had inside. It’s quite deceiving from the outside. There is a main compartment and in total there are 5 more little pockets throughout the interior. Outside there is a mesh pocket for a water bottle and one zipped pocket as well.<\/p>\n

I’ve used it on weekend trips and also in addition to my carry-on bag as my main purse. I highly recommend for those of us who adore pockets, compartments, pretty colors, and practicality.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Aerolite Carry On Under Seat Wheeled Bag<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n

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Probably one of the lightest travel bags I’ve ever had, the Aerolite Underseat carry-on weighs a mere 4.4 lbs. It’s another fabulous bag with so many compartments, you’ll wonder why other bags haven’t followed suit.<\/p>\n

NUMEROUS POCKETS<\/h5>\n

On the front exterior, it has four zippered pockets and an additional 2 side pockets. Inside you’ll find a combination of mesh and zippered pockets and a plastic compartment to keep toiletries from spilling.<\/p>\n

TELESCOPIC HANDLE<\/h5>\n

To make it easy to carry, the telescopic handle extends and you can roll it as you walk. My only slight complaint, is that it can fall over if it’s full and I’m not holding onto the handle. I just make sure I’m holding the handle when I’m standing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Hopefully, you’ve gotten a few ideas to the modern carry-ons that are available.<\/p>\n

P.S. For even more organizing fun, check out my picks for the best\u00a0luggage organizers<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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