The Most Important Things to Look for When Shopping for Luggage

While we’re still in the midst of the pandemic, it’s encouraging to know that worldwide borders are opening up and gently lifting travel restrictions to adapt to this new normal—and, much to our delight, to welcome weary wanderers as well. This year has seen us easing into quick out-of-town trips, revisiting travel bucket lists, and planning enthusiastically for overseas sojourns. Who else was counting the days until we were allowed this luxury again? 

Now, finally arriving at your destination is one thing, but packing for a trip is always a challenging task to tackle. The very first thing to start with is to have a reliable piece of luggage. It’s a staple any traveler should have—and invest in. Ideally, you’d want something that’s durable (of course!) and versatile for any type of outing. 

Our recommendation? The Voyager Hardcase 557898 Luggage, which checks all the right boxes in a travel-worthy suitcase. Here are some of the most important things to look for when choosing luggage:

Exterior

You’d want to go for a go-to suitcase that can withstand the test of time and the elements. The 557898 from Voyager sports a hard-shell case that’s lightweight yet sturdy and easy to clean. Its ABS exterior can definitely protect your personal belongings and clothing items against the rain—and bedbugs or insects if you encounter any on your travels. 

It also features a twin-coil zipper and a TSA LOCK®, which allows you to secure and lock your luggage while permitting airport security to inspect them without damage. 

Interior

No luggage interior is complete without your standard buckled straps that go over your clothes to help them keep in place. The Voyager has that—and a separate compartment for any extras you’d want to have with you on your trip. Some paperbacks for light reading, perhaps? Or your daily travel journals? It’s got you covered. 

Wheels

It’s a no-brainer that wheels are a must in any luggage. The Voyager Hardcase has four spinner wheels, which make the suitcase easier to push or drag along—it’ll smoothly glide in all directions. Its wheels are shock-absorbent, too, so even when you’re rolling it off a curb or frantically dragging it so you can make in time to the boarding gate, you don’t run the risk of it being banged off. That’s one less thing to worry about!

Size

Compact and ideal as a staple carry-on luggage, the Voyager measures 45cm(H) x 24cm(W) x 44cm(L). That’s 18 inches high, 9 inches wide, and 17 inches long, which makes it travel- and commuter-friendly. It’s designed to carry quick-trip essentials and built for modern travel. 

The Voyager Hardcase 557898 Luggage might just be your holy grail suitcase—everything about it is just right.

P.S. It comes in rose gold and burgundy, too! 

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