Is buying luggage from an unfamiliar brand worth the risk? Luggage is an investment. There is a risk that budget luggage could flop, but if it does work well, then you have saved a lot of money. In this article we will discuss Lucas Luggage, a brand I hadn’t heard of until I started reviewing …
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We learned a lesson in the cruise ship’s departure line: wheels on your bag help. My husband carried his duffel bag, and by the time we got through customs his shoulders ached. It would have been great if he’d been able to roll his bag along instead of carrying it. A wheeled duffel bag is …
If you’re in the market for a new set of wheeled luggage, you’ll notice that wheeled suitcases roll in one of two ways. Some luggage gets pulled behind you on two wheels (called “inline” luggage). Other luggage rolls beside you on four wheels (called “spinner” luggage). Many experienced travelers choose spinner luggage. In this article, …
Your vacation is coming up and it’s time to think about packing your bags. If you need new luggage, you might feel overwhelmed by all the choices. What size bag do you need? Should you get hardside or softside? Does the number of wheels matter? In this article we will explore your options to help …
Most of us have heard about the people who travel the world with a single backpack. These people seem confident and spontaneous, if not a bit extreme. I admire these minimalists, but I like my comfort too much to copy them. Even if you don’t want to travel like a true minimalist, you can learn …
When you arrive at your hotel after a long day, you probably want to drop your luggage and sprawl out on the bed to relax. But this may not be the best idea because you might encounter bed bugs in hotels. It is wise to check for bed bugs right away so you don’t end …
