Summer is right around the corner, and with the warming season comes the hustle and bustle of summertime travel. Whether you're planning a romantic weekend getaway for two or an extended family vacation, the right luggage and accessories are essential for smooth sailing or flying or driving!
When it comes to looking for the best luggage options for summer travel, it’s important to take into account durability, convenience, and practicality. Because they’re typically made with high-quality materials and craftsmanship, luggage is an investment. And when you know what to look for, it can be a very worthy one, lasting for many years and trips to come.
From carry-ons to rolling suitcases to duffle bags and portmanteaus, you’ll also want to stack up your luggage against your itinerary. Backpacking through a rainforest and backpacking through Europe, for example, would call for very different sets of needs. It’s also important not to overlook travel accessories, which can be absolute game changers for packing, traveling with kiddos, security, and more.
Although no mom in her right mind would ever believe that luggage could make a vacation stress-free, we did our best to find some excellent options that will at least make travel a little easier.
BÉIS Kids
The newest collection from BÉIS includes a lineup perfect for travel with littles. The new collection features colorful mini rollers, 2-in-1 backpacks with detachable fanny packs, lunch boxes, a stuffed animal-inspired neck pillow, and an attachable travel buddy. Most items are offered in two cheerful colorways inspired by BÉIS’ recently released and wildly popular spring Sherbet Collection.
The new rollers, bags, and accessories still boast the versatility, durability, and functionality of core BÉIS styles with added thoughtful details to entertain and engage little travelers on the move.
Leather Triple Zipper Weekender by Cuyana
Book the flight, reserve the hotel, and splurge on some new travel pieces with Cuyana. The company has everything you need to travel in comfort and style so you can focus on making unforgettable memories.
It's the perfect travel companion for those who love to pack in style. This sophisticated bag is made with recycled plastic or Italian leather and features three separate zippered compartments to allow for maximum organization. The sturdy handles and a detachable leather crossbody strap allow the option to carry in your hand, over the shoulder, or crossbody.
Wellington XL Tote by State
Best for weekend trips, this tote truly packs it all. The main body fits several outfits, a toiletry kit, stuffed animals, and shoes. The padded side pocket provides a safe spot for up to a 17-inch laptop, and pockets on the inside of the tote help organize essentials such as a charger, phone, wallet, or lip balm.
The tote also has a luggage slip sleeve in the back for a seamless suitcase stack, perfect for traveling. It's available in navy and black.
Atlantic Luggage Hardside Spinner
$199.99
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Atlantic Luggage
The Convertible Checked Expandable Hardside Spinner by Atlantic Luggage is part of the brand’s newly launched line of family friendly luggage and travel essentials, all designed to meet the needs of a modern family. The new check-in suitcase, which is made in part from recycled materials, transforms from a medium to large suitcase thanks to a 3-inch zipper expansion. Best of all, it is available in five fun summer shades and includes a water-resistant pocket inside.
Rollink Premium Collapsible Luggage
Starting at
$259
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Offering three collections of different styles (360 Spinner, Flex Aura, and Flex Vega), Rollink carries luggage that features the technology to collapse down to just 5 inches when not in use! Made of polycarbonate and polyester, each collection is durable, impact- and water-resistant, and can be easily cleaned.
Calpak Hue Mini Carry-On Luggage
This durable carry-on is perfect for stashing must-have items for long plane rides and can fit nicely under the seat. It features a surprisingly roomy interior with extra pockets on one side to keep things organized. The wheels make it easy for kids to maneuver this luggage on their own.
Sprayground Backpacks
$125
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Sprayground
Sometimes, hands-free is the way to be. These Sprayground backpacks are travel-friendly, thanks to their slide-through back sleeve that allows your backpack to connect to your carry-on luggage to free your hands.
Sprayground designs its backpacks with consumers on the go in mind, featuring designated partitions for USB sticks, wires and cables, a laptop, and other accessories securely stored in zipped compartments. It's the perfect bag for the fashion-forward and for those who pack their life on their backs and are always on the move!
Moral Code Tide Backpack
$149
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Moral Code
Featuring a waterproof lining to keep things dry, the Tide Backpack by Moral Code is the best for traveling with kids, whether it's going on a hike, quick road trip, or spending the day at the beach. Moral Code products are made out of recycled plastic bottles, helping promote sustainability and ocean conservation.
"This backpack provides essential dry storage at no expense to style. The classic flap design lends easy access to everything you need in the main compartment while the extra pockets keep smaller items separate and within a quick arm’s reach," the website notes. It's available in gray or navy, made with an eco oxford textile and vegan apple leather, and features a waterproof lining.
Take OFF Luggage
This 18-inch hardshell carry-on by Take OFF can convert into luggage that fits under the seat. It features removable spinner wheels for airline personal item use requirements. It's available in black, blue, champagne, rose gold, silver, and pink.
Nomatic Carry-On Classic
The Nomatic Carry-On Classic is a master of organization, allowing you to maximize capacity in a virtually indestructible case, now available in three colors: black, almond, and deep olive. The suitcase features a three-stage aluminum handle, carry-on size, durable polycarbonate construction, magnetic compassion straps, silent Hinomoto wheels, and TSA locking YKK zippers.
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