I’ve been covering lifestyle content for over seven years. When preparing for travel, one of the first decisions to make is often carry-on versus checked bag. While there’s no right or wrong answer, ...

Some items are a no-no when packing your carry-on bag. Pack these items in your checked bag or leave them at home to avoid frustrating travel delays.

Lost luggage. Damaged goods. Waiting at the carousel like lemmings to reclaim your bag. Checking a suitcase when you fly adds extra hassles and fees to your trip. In short: it’s not worth it. For the ...

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The term smart luggage has been thrown around for years, but there’s no real consensus on what that term means. Some luggage brands consider smart luggage a bag with a removable battery bank for ...

A person stacks luggages in an overhead bin at plane at the airport in Treviso, Italy on May 19, 2025. (Photo by Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Are airlines tightening their carry-on ...

After a wheel completely fell off my 17-year-old Samsonite carry-on, I decided it was finally time to upgrade, so after a year of searching for the best hard-shell carry-on luggage I finally chose the ...

What Is Allowed in a Carry-on Bag? Air travelers are likely familiar with the frustration of discovering you've packed something that isn't allowed through airport security. Whether traveling for ...