This Carry-On Bag Completely Changed How I Travel — & Oprah Loves It

I’ve always considered myself pretty skilled at the art of packing. I gave up checking luggage long ago, and now always opt for a carry-on bag whether the trip is two days or two weeks. One of the things I’ve learned about packing for a week-long (or longer) trip in one carry-on, though, is that the key to making it all work is really just about mastering the art of the personal item. We all know by now that every airline allows one free personal item (a purse or backpack, usually) in addition to a carry-on suitcase.

For years, I used various tote bags and backpacks and purses, trying to find one that held everything I needed and felt as...

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