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How to Pick the Best Travel Bag for Your Next Trip

How to Pick the Best Travel Bag for Your Next Trip

While picking the perfect piece of luggage is one challenge, deciding which travel bag to pack for day use on a trip is another.

Depending on whether you’re backpacking Europe, spending the weekend in New York, or have a business trip to Bangkok…

Here are some helpful tips on how to pick the best travel bag for your next trip.

The Ultimate Carry On Bag

The Ultimate Carry-On Bag

The Lo & Sons’ Overnight & Gym Bag is my go-to carry-on bag. It’s lightweight, has normal purse style handles, plus a larger cross-body strap which is great if you’re lugging around a lot of stuff.

For business travelers, there’s also a padded laptop compartment and a side pocket for carrying an extra pair of shoes- so you easily can go from flats to heels before you even exit the aircraft!

The Ultimate Carry On Bag

 

Lo & Sons OG Bag

  • A Place for Everything
  • Travel Ready
  • Premium Materials

Lo & Sons Camera Bag

The Stylish Camera Bag

If you’re like me, you never leave home without your camera. But, it’s important for me to store my camera in a bag, rather than wearing it around my neck so I don’t stick out as a tourist and don’t become a target for theft.

My Lo & Sons Claremont Crossbody Bag is the ultimate blend of style & versatility, while still being perfectly practical. The leather exterior ensures durability and the padded interior protects my camera while I’m out exploring.

Stylish Camera Bag

Claremont Crossbody Bag

  • Designed for DSLR Cameras
  • Doesn’t Look Like a Camera Bag
  • Thoughtful Features

Lo & Sons Travel Bag

The Versatile Day Bag

For the perfect everyday travel bag, I love my convertible leather crossbody bag and clutch by Lo & Sons. The Pearl’s buttery leather exterior is ultra-luxurious making it perfect for transitioning from a day of exploring to a clutch for a night out.

It even features a padded zipper compartment for protecting a mini-tablet or smartphone and has tons of pockets for traveling with your essentials.

Lo & Sons Travel Bag

The Pearl Convertible Crossbody Bag

  • Fits All the Essentials
  • Convertible Strap
  • Premium Materials

 

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    1. Surgeoninheels

      i contemplated the pearl for a long time before settling on the Marc Jacobs Luna Messenger. I do have an OMG and love to travel with it. Here is my Luna review.

      September 21, 2015 at 6:17 pm · Reply
    2. Britt

      I’ve been struggling to find a good carry on bag. I wanted it to be big enough, but not too big and be able to fit everything in it but still fit under my seat on the plane.

      The Lo and Sons bag is a bit out of my price range, especially when including postage to Australia. But I did find the perfect bag yesterday. It’s awesome.

      I also love a cross body bag because its really versatile, especially for when you are only exploring a city for a couple of hours and don’t need much on you. I love the idea of a camera bag too- mine is pretty ugly!

      September 21, 2015 at 7:41 pm · Reply

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    Kenya looks like this too 🏝️🇰🇪
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    We spent a week in Diani Beach (just an hour flight from Nairobi) staying at @almahali.villas, and it ended up being one of those trips I’ll always remember. This was a mommy + me getaway, and I genuinely didn’t expect it to be this kid-friendly—so easy, so relaxed, and just fun.

    We had a private villa with a chef (game changer), got around by tuk tuk, and spent our days between the beach and some of the cutest beachfront restaurants—some even have playgrounds and kids programs on weekends (@galu_ecolodge_madafoos was a favorite).

    The little moments made it: fresh coconuts from beach vendors, a dhow boat ride that led us to dolphins, Maasai warriors hand-beading the boys’ friendship bracelets, the warmest ocean I’ve ever felt, and the craziest vervet monkeys you’ll ever meet.

    And the best part—getting to experience it all with my friend @tailsofamermaid, who lives in Nairobi and knows all of the best parts of Diani. She showed us all her favorite spots, and it made the trip feel so local and special!
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    #dianibeachkenya #diani #dianibeach #kenya #familytravel

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    Kenya looks like this too 🏝️🇰🇪 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• We spent a week in Diani Beach (just an hour flight from Nairobi) staying at @almahali.villas, and it ended up being one of those trips I’ll always remember. This was a mommy + me getaway, and I genuinely didn’t expect it to be this kid-friendly—so easy, so relaxed, and just fun. We had a private villa with a chef (game changer), got around by tuk tuk, and spent our days between the beach and some of the cutest beachfront restaurants—some even have playgrounds and kids programs on weekends (@galu_ecolodge_madafoos was a favorite). The little moments made it: fresh coconuts from beach vendors, a dhow boat ride that led us to dolphins, Maasai warriors hand-beading the boys’ friendship bracelets, the warmest ocean I’ve ever felt, and the craziest vervet monkeys you’ll ever meet. And the best part—getting to experience it all with my friend @tailsofamermaid, who lives in Nairobi and knows all of the best parts of Diani. She showed us all her favorite spots, and it made the trip feel so local and special! ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• #dianibeachkenya #diani #dianibeach #kenya #familytravel

    Packing smarter > Packing more ✈️

    This garment duffel has been such a game changer for short trips—keeps clothes wrinkle-free, has a separate space for shoes, and still fits all the essentials.

    I’ve been pairing it with the packing cubes and checked luggage from @OneQuince, and everything just works together—luxury quality, without the luxury price tag.

    Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/6amYb

    @onequince @shop.ltk #liketkit #QuincePartner
    #travelessentials #packingtips #luggage

    Song: I’m That Girl by Phury _ from. Melody the Superstar

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    Packing smarter > Packing more ✈️ This garment duffel has been such a game changer for short trips—keeps clothes wrinkle-free, has a separate space for shoes, and still fits all the essentials. I’ve been pairing it with the packing cubes and checked luggage from @OneQuince, and everything just works together—luxury quality, without the luxury price tag. Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/6amYb @onequince @shop.ltk #liketkit #QuincePartner #travelessentials #packingtips #luggage Song: I’m That Girl by Phury _ from. Melody the Superstar

    Meeting rescued baby elephants at @sheldricktrust has been on my bucket list for years… and it exceeded every expectation! 🐘
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    We booked a private visit, which is $1,500 for a group of up to 10 people (2026 pricing), and fully donation-based — directly supporting the rescue and rehabilitation of orphaned elephants.

    There are only two private slots per day, so this is something you need to book well in advance.

    It’s absolutely a splurge, but for such an intimate, once-in-a-lifetime experience (and knowing it supports conservation) felt incredibly worth it!

    If that’s not in budget, they also offer daily public visiting hours (around $20 per person), which are still really special.

    NOTE: You’ll also need to pay the Nairobi National Park entrance fee for any visit.

    It pairs perfectly with a safari drive in the park, since you’re already there. It’s such an easy and meaningful add-on to any Nairobi itinerary.

    This is one of the most special (and ethical) wildlife experiences you can have in Kenya 🤍
    ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
    #kenyatravel #nairobikenya #africasafari #ethicaltravel #bucketlisttravel

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    Meeting rescued baby elephants at @sheldricktrust has been on my bucket list for years… and it exceeded every expectation! 🐘 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• We booked a private visit, which is $1,500 for a group of up to 10 people (2026 pricing), and fully donation-based — directly supporting the rescue and rehabilitation of orphaned elephants. There are only two private slots per day, so this is something you need to book well in advance. It’s absolutely a splurge, but for such an intimate, once-in-a-lifetime experience (and knowing it supports conservation) felt incredibly worth it! If that’s not in budget, they also offer daily public visiting hours (around $20 per person), which are still really special. NOTE: You’ll also need to pay the Nairobi National Park entrance fee for any visit. It pairs perfectly with a safari drive in the park, since you’re already there. It’s such an easy and meaningful add-on to any Nairobi itinerary. This is one of the most special (and ethical) wildlife experiences you can have in Kenya 🤍 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• #kenyatravel #nairobikenya #africasafari #ethicaltravel #bucketlisttravel

    The Okavango Delta is one of those places that truly lives up to the hype… and then somehow exceeds it. 🦒🇧🇼
    •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
    A lush, water-filled oasis in the middle of the Kalahari, where the seasons quite literally shape the entire experience.

    Floodwaters arrive months after the rains fall in Angola, transforming the landscape into a maze of channels, islands, and wildlife-rich plains.

    We stayed at @aksanctuary Sanctuary Chief’s Camp on Chief’s Island — known as the predator capital of Botswana. Because it’s one of the only areas of permanent dry land, animals naturally gather here… which means some of the most incredible game viewing you can experience.

    What makes this place so special is the contrast. Early mornings tracking predators on game drives, and afternoons drifting through quiet waterways in a mokoro, surrounded by birds, reeds, and the kind of stillness you rarely find anymore.

    And the timing completely changes the experience.
    ✨ Dry season (May–October): peak flood levels + unbelievable wildlife concentrations
    🌿 Green season (November–April): lush landscapes, baby animals, fewer crowds

    No matter when you go, it’s one of the most unique safari destinations in the world, and one that feels wild, untouched, and unforgettable.
    •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
    #OkavangoDelta #BotswanaSafari #LuxurySafari #AfricanWildlife #SafariExperience

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    The Okavango Delta is one of those places that truly lives up to the hype… and then somehow exceeds it. 🦒🇧🇼 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• A lush, water-filled oasis in the middle of the Kalahari, where the seasons quite literally shape the entire experience. Floodwaters arrive months after the rains fall in Angola, transforming the landscape into a maze of channels, islands, and wildlife-rich plains. We stayed at @aksanctuary Sanctuary Chief’s Camp on Chief’s Island — known as the predator capital of Botswana. Because it’s one of the only areas of permanent dry land, animals naturally gather here… which means some of the most incredible game viewing you can experience. What makes this place so special is the contrast. Early mornings tracking predators on game drives, and afternoons drifting through quiet waterways in a mokoro, surrounded by birds, reeds, and the kind of stillness you rarely find anymore. And the timing completely changes the experience. ✨ Dry season (May–October): peak flood levels + unbelievable wildlife concentrations 🌿 Green season (November–April): lush landscapes, baby animals, fewer crowds No matter when you go, it’s one of the most unique safari destinations in the world, and one that feels wild, untouched, and unforgettable. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• #OkavangoDelta #BotswanaSafari #LuxurySafari #AfricanWildlife #SafariExperience
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