The Ultimate Carry-On Bag Guide: Travel Advisor’s Review of the Most Popular Bags
I am always on the hunt for the best travel essentials and one of my favorite categories is the carry-on! As a previous traveling consultant, consistently frequent traveler & now travel advisor - here are my top picks by category. Don’t waste your time & money trying to find the best - here is the ultimate list!
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The Business Traveler
When traveling for work, there is a balance you want to find between functionality & professional design. I also want to be able to utilize the bag while I am working - wherever that may be! After going through many options to fit this need, I landed on one that has been my go-to for over 3 years.
Padded laptop sleeve
External zipper pockets
Internal organization & pockets
#1 for the Business Traveler- KNOMO Beaufort Laptop Backpack
The bag for everyone
This company may be all over your FYP and popping up in every conversation…. but it is for GOOD reason. BÉIS took over the luggage market by storm, led by their founder Shay Mitchell. This bag, the Weekender, is unmatched for traveling for a road trip, quick weekend excursion or your bigger trips with a 4+ hour flight! I have had the same Weekender for almost 5 years! You heard that right…. 5 years and never replaced. There is lot to love about this back, but I noted the highlights below.
Large, wide-mouth opening to easily find what you’re looking for
Multiple internal organization pockets
Bottom zipper compartment that can be taken off, but I find it to be incredibly useful for shoes, toiletries, or other bulky items!
External zipper pocket for easy access to your passport or any other travel item you want to keep secure & easy to find
The Bag of all Bags - BÉIS Weekend
The Carry All Carry-On
When I want to get the most space for packing, this is my reigning champ! This back has flown around the world with me (literally). It not only has a large capacity, it is also incredibly comfortable & fits under a plane seat as a personal item! The cushioned straps and back panel are cushioned AND ventilated. Finding a bag with that balance has been more difficult than expected. There are so many features to point out, but the stand out highlights for me are below!
Multiple pockets with external access
Large, water-resistant zipper pocket
Secure, back panel zipper for safe keeping of items during travel
SHOE COMPARTMENT! Yes… Shoe compartment. This has come in handy so many times. I’ve used it for bulky toiletries or other items that need to be kept separate on almost every trip!
Your Carry All Carry-On -Large Travel Backpack
The perfect carry-on can make your trip a little more convenient and a lot more efficient! I am always on the look out for the next best bag for traveling, so I will update the post as I find those gems 💎
