Travel Gear

I’ve been traveling regularly since the early 1990s. I had my favorite piece of luggage ever, in the form of a Samsonite Silhouette EZ Cart, and man, that thing went …

TSA rules don’t clearly forbid it—but scanners, metal detectors, and officers may still have other ideas. You’re packed, prepared, and feeling smug about TSA PreCheck. Shoes stay on, laptop stays …

Frequent travelers tend to obsess over luggage—especially when weight limits, durability, and design all matter. While searching for the “perfect” bag, it’s not unusual to encounter unusual concepts. But few …

When you invest in a piece of luggage — be it a $45 bag you got on Amazon or a $450 one you bought from Tumi — you know it’s …

There was a time when I didn’t give much thought to my luggage. As long as I could fit my clothes inside and the zipper closed, it was fine. If …

Many hotels have a wide piece of thick fabric or cloth at the end of the bed. You’ve probably seen them a bajillion times but toss them off in the …

When you’re stuck at the airport and trying to get some work done, keeping your devices charged becomes a top priority. We were flying Southwest, so I knew there was …

If you’re on a flight – especially one where you don’t have a lie-flat or even a near lie-flat seat – having a good travel pillow can make a big …

Size matters, especially when dealing with something as important as the dimensions of your carry-on bag. Passengers are avoiding checking luggage due to the cost and the risk of airlines …

When it comes to travel, I’m definitely on Team Checked Bag. I’m always in awe of people who claim they can pack enough for a multi-night trip into a tiny …