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. [+] to board airplane. getty In the great debate over hard and soft luggage, these considerations will help you decide what’s best for you.
I travel by plane four times a month, with a few road trips thrown in for good measure, and I’ve watched as suitcase preferences have changed over the years. I’m seeing more hard-sided luggage than ever before – enough to make me get my own hard bag to get to the bottom of this upswing. Mind you, I’ve never owned hard luggage in my life, so this was a big step for me, and one I am glad I took.
But I still love my soft luggage and happily switch between the two of them. There’s so much to consider here, from durability to weight to – let’s face it – how much you can stuff inside without massive wrinkling or messy breakage. So with all that in mind, here are two great carry-ons – one soft-shell and one hard-shell – and the pros and cons that go along with each.
What You Need to Know About Softside Luggage Travel suitcase isolated on white. getty When it came time to replace my old bag, I opted for what I saw all the flight attendants using – Travelpro. I purchased the Maxlite 5 Compact Carry-on Spinner .
It was lightweight, affordable, and durable, with the added bonus of a history of excellent reviews. I’ve found it to be consistently reliable, and with the exc.
