These Are the Best Carry-on Luggage Pieces to Get Around Baggage Fees
Baggage fees for many airlines are going up again. Here’s how to avoid them in style with the best carry-on luggage available.
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Between making passengers pay to select a seat and charging for snacks to upping baggage fees, it seems airlines know no end to the extra expenditures they’re willing to put customers through. It’s exhausting, frankly. But as a professional traveler, one thing I’ve always opted to do is skip checking a bag, no matter how long the trip. You save hours not waiting for your baggage, plus the threat of losing it is practically eliminated. Not to mention the savings. Here are some of the best carry-on luggage pieces on the market to help you do so in style.
Best Carry-On Luggage
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July
I recently started using the duo of July’s Carry-On Pro paired with the over-the-handle weekender, and am obsessed. Their roller features a polycarbonate hardshell front pocket for a laptop, and there’s an ejectable power bank so you can stay on top of things while on the move. There’s also a compression strap that works like a dream; I packed my outfits for a snow trip, including ski pants and jacket, and still had plenty of space for après gear. The best part is, it comes with a lifetime warranty, so if your luggage ever gets damaged beyond use, you’ll get it replaced gratis.
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Mystery Ranch
Our editor-in-chief swears by this handsome 45 L Mystery Ranch Mission Rover for many reasons. First and foremost, it meets the stringent international carry-on requirements. The clamshell design lets you see everything at once, and it has plenty of compartments for stashing things. The bag has a generous exterior compartment for quick access to the stuff you need. Plus, it’s lightweight, deceptively spacious, and even has a built-in shoe bag.
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Monos
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If you’re more into the ease of hard-side rollers, there’s no doubt you’ve come across the Vancouver-based company Monos. Their Carry-On Plus is an awesome option that fits in the luggage sizers and overhead bins of major U.S. airlines, but like most roller bags, may need to be checked on smaller planes. The exterior is dent-resistant and features an ultra-sturdy telescopic handle, TSA-approved lock, quiet gliding wheels, and premium vegan leather details.
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