Top 10 Travel-Friendly Bags

​​WHY IT MADE THE LIST: The small F.A.R. duffel from Away is perfect for short trips. This versatile bag can be carried by its top handles, worn as a crossbody, or hooked onto a rolling suitcase for longer trips. It's rugged enough to stand up to the outdoors but stylish enough for a city break with its modern tone-on-tone design.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The F.A.R. collection is Away's latest line, featuring rip- and water-resistant bags made from 100% recycled materials and suited for everything adventure travel can throw at you.

WHY PEOPLE LOVE IT: This sophisticated bag is the updated version of Away’s best-seller. It has room for all your daily essentials, including a pocket for your water bottle. The bag also has a padded laptop compartment, making it perfect for a quick work trip.

ABOUT THE BRAND: Created by travel enthusiasts, Away strives to make high-quality suitcases and bags with details that make trips easier. The pieces are lightweight and durable, so you can spend less time worrying about your luggage and more time enjoying your adventures.

WHY IT MADE THE LIST: This leather and canvas bag has a classic appeal and comes in three timeless colors. But it's what's inside that counts, and the inside of this bag is a packing powerhouse. With all the pockets and compartments, you'll have a place for everything so you can be perfectly put together even after a full day of planes, trains, and automobiles.

ADDITIONAL THINGS TO KNOW: This bag can come with monogramming, which is always helpful for identification—not to mention quite chic.

WHO IT’S FOR: Minimalists will appreciate the clean lines and simple design of this Tumi tote. But don’t let the sleek look fool you—the bag is spacious enough to stash tons of items and coordinates effortlessly with other Tumi luggage.

ADDITIONAL THINGS TO KNOW: When not in use, this bag can be stowed in its small carrying case, so it’s a perfect bag to stash in your suitcase when you head off on vacation—just in case you need extra space to carry home souvenirs from your trip.

WHY PEOPLE LOVE IT: This duffel has space for everything you could possibly need for a weekend away. Multiple pockets keep everything organized and close at hand to make traveling a breeze. There’s even a vented compartment for laundry and shoes to keep the rest of your clothing fresh and clean!

ADDITIONAL THINGS TO KNOW: This bag is made from waterproof fabric, so a little rain won’t slow down your exploring.

WHY IT MADE THE LIST: Beis took their original Weekender bag and created a mini version. The long crossbody strap makes it easy to carry, freeing your hands as you travel. Not only is it ideal for short trips, but the bottom compartment is also detachable, making it one of the best travel purses and totes in one.

HELPFUL TIP: This thorough review allows you to see all the details of the Mini Weekender.

WHO IT’S FOR: This is the perfect duffel for the person who’s always on the go. It comes with the Metro Classic Kit add-on and coordinates seamlessly with other products from the Monos line that snaps in and out interchangeably. Add on a few extra kits and have one set for the gym, another for work, and another for travel.

ADDITIONAL THINGS TO KNOW: You have options—choose between seven different colors and vegan leather or nylon for a bag that suits your style.

WHY PEOPLE LOVE IT: This bag is the ultimate upgrade on a classic duffel. Jan Lo, the cofounder of Lo & Sons, wanted to create the best weekend bag around by discussing pain points with his friends. With the Catalina Delux, he created a bag that’s the perfect size to hold and organize everything you could possibly need for a long weekend, including a bottom compartment large enough for men’s shoes.

ADDITIONAL THING TO KNOW: This brand is a more sustainable choice—the duffel comes in a recycled poly or an eco-friendly canvas version, and the manufacturing of each bag creates less CO2 emissions than a traditional product.

WHY IT MADE THE LIST: Paravel offers two styles of bags that fold to fit into a small pouch- fold-up tote and a fold-up backpack. This makes the bags easy to store when they’re not in use and easy to add to your suitcases just in case. The pack can also double as a purse for long days of sightseeing, so you’ll never regret tossing it into your luggage.

ADDITIONAL THINGS TO KNOW: Both options come in six stylish colors and are made from sustainable nylon. In fact, each bag keeps 15 plastic bottles out of landfills.

WHO IT’S FOR: This extra-large bag is perfect for the person who’s prepared for everything. The large carryall has both interior and exterior pockets to keep items organized, including a dedicated laptop sleeve. In addition to the main tote, there's also a small stash bag for shoes and a mesh mini pouch with a clip to keep it easily accessible.

ADDITIONAL THINGS TO KNOW: Like the style but not the size? This carryall comes in sizes ranging from XS to XL, so you can choose something that perfectly suits your needs—whether that’s an everyday bag to keep you organized or something to hold everything you need for a long weekend.