Luggage straps have several uses, but their main purpose is to keep your luggage closed and secure. Typically they come in either a belt style or a bungee style, but they are all made from durable materials so they can withstand the tests of travel.

A suitcase strap will keep the bag closed and the contents intact. Colorful straps also make it easier to spot your bag on the carousel when you arrive. Some brands add extra security with a TSA-approved lock and identification tag.

Luggage straps can be used on checked and carry-on suitcases, as long as the straps can be taken off by the TSA agents. Although this happens rarely, some airlines might not allow luggage straps.

Add-On Strap

1. Pack your largest piece of luggage with the majority of the weight on the bottom.
2. Place your large suitcase so it’s standing upright.
3. Open the add-on strap buckle and secure it to the top handle of your heaviest suitcase, with the attached hook facing out.

The best option would be to use a regular leather belt for strapping two or three pieces of luggage together. We’ve seen people do this, and it seems to work just as fine as luggage straps. One belt is usually enough for strapping two or three suitcases together by the top handles.

Top Tips For Traveling With A Lot Of Luggage

1. Pay to put your bags in the hold. All airlines will give you the option to put luggage in the hold.
2. Always buy insurance. Let’s say you’re traveling light with only one bag with you.
3. Look for luggage storage services.

Let’s put it this way; simply hang your backpack or laptop bag around the body of your suitcase. Then, leave it hanging to it down the front. This way, you’ll have full leverage and control over the pull-out handle.

For bigger suitcases, you can just hang the backpack onto the body of the suitcase. Pull the telescopic wheel handle through the backpack handle and let it hang there. You will need to pay attention to all those extra straps just to make sure nothing is dragging on the ground.

Trolley sleeves, are a little pocket or attachment that allows you to slide your bag oh so gingerly over the handle of your suitcase with such relative ease that no matter where your final destination may be it will take the pain out of even the most dreadful long haul schleps.

Your personal item should fit underneath the seat in front of you. The maximum dimensions for your personal item are 9 inches x 10 inches x 17 inches (22 centimeters x 25 centimeters x 43 centimeters).

The majority of checked baggage is screened without the need for a physical bag search. Inspection Notices: TSA may inspect your checked baggage during the screening process. These locks are commercially available, and packaging on the locks should indicate they may be opened by TSA officers.

The Best Weekender Bags for Every Style

• Dagne Dover Landon Neoprene Carryall Duffle Bag.
• Everlane ReNew Transit Weekender.
• Filson 48-Hour Duffle Bag.
• Cuyana Canvas Triple Zipper Weekender.
• Hook & Albert Garment Weekender.
• Tote & Carry Apollo Travel Set.
• KNOMO London Sedley Boarding Tote.
• Herschel Supply Co.

Weekender bags come in all shapes and sizes from tote style to duffel bags. While the dimensions may vary, as a rough rule of thumb most weekender bags will have a capacity of 20- to 40-liters.

Backpacks between 35–50L Backpacks between 35L–50L are ideal for overnight hikes, lightweight hikers and travellers.

7 Things To Look For In A Good Weekender Bag

• Space. A good weekend bag is a one-stop container for all your items: your clothes, contact lenses, camera, chargers, boots; so the first thing it should have is lots of space.
• Compartments.
• Size.
• Durability.
• Looks.
• Accommodating of your Needs.
• Pocket-Friendly.

The short answer is yes. However, a duffle bag isn’t the most common type of personal item. Briefcases, handbags, and small backpacks are more popular styles. Keep the size of your duffle within the airline’s personal item dimensions and make sure the duffle will fit below the seat in front of you.