The *Best* Luggage Sets Of 2023, According To Our Editors And Travel Experts
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The *Best* Luggage Sets Of 2023, According To Our Editors And Travel Experts
When choosing luggage, to-be travelers tend to look for style, quality, space, ease of maneuverability, and, of course, durability. After all, you don't want to be left stranded at the airport because you lost a wheel in the middle of the security line (uh, talk about a travel nightmare).
"There are so many different features now in luggage that make it easier to travel smart," says Jen Ruiz, a travel writer, content creator, and author of The Solo Female Travel Book: Tips and Inspiration for Women Who Want to See the World on Their Own Terms. From 360-degree spinning wheels to impact-resistant exteriors to built-in charging ports, it's important to invest in a luggage set that will make going from the airport to the hotel feel like a breeze and will last for years.
Meet the Experts: Jen Ruiz is a travel content creator, travel writer, and author of The Solo Female Travel Book: Tips and Inspiration for Women Who Want to See the World on Their Own Terms.
Robert Lora and Marta Pahino Estevez are professional travelers and creators of the Travel Bag Experts blog.Whether you're jetting off to a big city for some sightseeing or flying somewhere warm to lounge on the beach, these are the 10 best luggage sets to buy in 2023, recommended by travel experts and Women's Health editors:
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1) Freeform Hardside Expandable with Double Spinner Wheels, 2-Piece Set
Samsonite
Amazon
$354.37
There's a reason why this suitcase is an Amazon bestseller and has over 8,000 (!!) positive reviews. Ahem, because it's super sleek, comfortable, and durable.
"I feel like I can really navigate crowded airports with [the Samsonite Freeform Spinner] easily," says Ruiz. "I travel a lot and my luggage take a beating, and this one has been very sturdy. Plus, it has a built-in lock, so I don't have to worry about security or anything like that."
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2) ABS+PC Spinner Luggage Suitcase, 2-Piece Set
Coolife
Amazon
$189.99
While this luggage set only comes with a two-year warranty, it's made out of durable ABS and PC plastic, so these bags are sure to last you a lifetime. There's a reason why it's loved by over 3,000 Amazon reviewers.
One reviewer took their Coolife carry-on on an international trip across France and, after being tossed around by multiple handlers, the bag sustained "no dents or cracks." (I'm sold!)
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3) Hardside Spinner, 3-Piece Set
Amazon Basics
Amazon
$204.52
This set from Amazon is not only affordable, but it's also super sleek. (Uh, who said you can't travel in style AND on a budget?) Not to mention, these hard-shell spinners are also very durable for the price point.
"These suitcases have just kept going for us," says one online reviewer who has traveled with this luggage set on multiple trips throughout the last four years. "My kids have slid them down our stairs...they've been tossed into our vehicles and fallen out to the pavement. Most of all, they've been thrown all over the world by airlines (and us) and still work and function great. No cracking, no visible scratching, no fading, no broken zippers, wheels, or handles."
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4) Original Cabin Suitcase
Rimowa
Rimowa
$1400.00
There's a reason why RIMOWA is regarded as one of the most iconic luxury luggage brands. Their designs are sleek, the suitcases themselves will last you over a decade, and their Cabin carry-ons fit in even the smallest overhead compartments.
"I've been using a Rimowa Cabin trolley for eons," says digital deputy editor Karla Alindahao. "They're perfect because they fit the overhead bins in even the smallest regional planes in Europe. I never have to worry about it." (FYI: Many brands don't fit in these smaller overhead areas!)
Senior deputy digital editor–and hardcore Rimowa fan–Maridel Reyes adds that their Essential Lite collection is "practically indestructible" and her luggage "still looks great after 10 years of use."
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5) Aviator Set
Paravel
tourparavel.com
$795.00
This sustainable luggage brand offers first-of-its-kind suitcases that are 100-percent carbon neutral, so you can feel good about offsetting CO2 emissions with your best travel companions (your luggage, duh!).
And although these cases are not expandable, the carry-on somehow manages to fit a lot of stuff, at least according to one happy reviewer. "Love this suitcase! Stylish, thoughtfully designed, fits a surprising amount of stuff," they said.
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6) The Carry-On
Away
Away
$295.00
Beloved by many Women's Health editors, Away suitcases are easy to use, have tons of smart storage space, and are built to last. Did I mention the matte finish is also chic AF?
With the Away Carry-On, "I've been able to make flights I otherwise would've missed, zip through security lines, and dash through terminals," says associate news editor Currie Engel. Plus, "it has a charging station and more inner panels and pockets than I know what to do with. It always fits in the overhead bin, too!"
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7) Ambeur 3-Piece Luggage Set
CALPAK
calpaktravel.com
$495.00
For a hard shell suitcase option that's also lightweight, you have to go with CALPAK's Ambeur collection. This sleek set is executive health and fitness director Jacqueline Andriakos's go-to bag when traveling–and for good reason (it's durable AF).
Need evidence? One online reviewer was amazed at how little damage the large suitcase sustained after tumbling down "(what has to be) the longest escalator in the state of Arkansas," a.k.a the Little Rock Airport–IYKYK.
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8) Platinum Elite Softside Expandable Luggage
Travelpro
Amazon
$322.99
This Amazon's Choice luggage from Travelpro is a favorite among travelers.
According to Robert Lora and Marta Pahino Estevez, professional travelers and creators of the Travel Bag Experts blog, this collection is popular among their readers for its durability, smooth maneuverability, and lightweight design. "Coupled with the convenient tapered-expansion make it [the Platinum Elite Softside Expandable Luggage] reliable and a stylish companion," they say.
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9) The Carry-On Roller
Béis
beistravel.com
$198.00
Yes, Béis suitcases are aesthetic, but they're also functional. If you tend to pack over four outfits for a weekend trip (um, hi) the Carry-On Roller is your new best friend.
Deputy editor of content strategy Amanda Lucci is a hardcore fan of this luggage brand for its many pockets, which she says "are essential for an overpacker like me." BRB, adding to cart RN.
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10) The Zipper Carry-On Max with Front Pocket
Arlo Skye
arloskye.com
$395.00
If you're looking for a carry-on suitcase that will fit all of your essentials and then some (yes, that extra pair of shoes included), look no further than Arlo Skye's Carry-On Max.
This is fitness editor–and "no-checked-bag devotee"–Jennifer Neid's go-to for all travel. "It fits everything," she says. "It rolls like a dream even through carpeted airports [and] the front zip pocket helps keep necessities at hand and organized. I've had it for four years, and it still looks brand new." Plus, with its bright yellow exterior, how can you be mad, even when dealing with a flight delay?
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