Best hand luggage 2024: These carry-on suitcases & bags make holiday travel so much easier

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“It’s hard to think of a more popular and reputed brand than Samsonite, and that’s probably why this cabin suitcase is a best seller. It has a sleek design – a Samsonite signature – and shoppers say it’s light and spacious and manoeuvres easily. And there’s a solid warranty if it doesn’t hold up to your standards.”

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“If you’re someone who loves a hardshell carry-on, but also wants to easily access your tablet, laptop or other must-haves easily without opening your luggage entirely, I strongly recommend a suitcase with a front pocket, like this top rated Amazon case. It has all the necessary features of a regular carry-on – it’s expandable, has a telescoping handle and spinner wheels – but with the added convenience of a roomy and easily accessible front pocket. A real game changer!”

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“AWAY is one of the most popular luggage brands with the celebrity set, from Kylie Jenner to Margot Robbie. Barbie star Margot’s AWAY Carry-On Flex is my pick because it is built to last, with a durable polycarbonate hard shell that can withstand any journey. Perfect for longer trips, it is sized to fit in the overhead bin of most major airlines, and still lightweight to pop easily onto a train or into a car. It comes in 11 colours, too!”

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“This affordable It Luggage suitcase has earned rave reviews at Argos, where it has a 4.7-star rating and is recommended by 95% of customers. I can definitely see the appeal – it’s lightweight, inexpensive, made from durable fabric and has a fun, sporty design. It also comes in medium and large sizes if you’d like a matching set! The downside is that it doesn’t have spinner wheels, so you may want to consider another option if that’s a dealbreaker.”

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“Like Away, celebrity approved option is by an influencer’s favourite, Shay Mitchell’s Beis. This stylish hand luggage is Hailey Bieber approved! If you’re wanting to travel in style, this suitcase comes in 10 matte colours and three glossy hues, and it has some great details like a cushioned silicone trolley handle. It’s expandable, too, and there’s a lifetime Beis guarantee making it a solid investment. It has definitely earned its thousands of five-star reviews.”

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“I’m a sucker for pretty luggage and I’ve become quite smitten with NERE – it’s a new Australian brand and it’s really affordable. But the best thing about the products? The cute colours! The Nere Caype is available in ‘blush gloss’ and it’s the prettiest colour I’ve ever seen. In the carry-on luggage size of 55cm, the Caype is the perfect travel piece to have by your side for that next flight or car ride. The hard case is made from quality ABS material and it’s finished with rose gold accents – chic with a capital C.”

– Leanne Bayley, Director of Lifestyle & Commerce

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“I love using
Antler – their best-selling suitcases are known for their style and durability.
It’s definitely one for a travel enthusiast. I was eager to try out this
brand’s hard-case suitcase on my latest holiday. Having used a cabin suitcase
without a top handle before, this one was a lifesaver! It not only looks sleek
and stylish but also sustained minimal damage during my journey. The wheels are
impressively robust, handling continuous lugging up and down stairs and fitting
into luggage racks with ease. I also loved the comfort grip handle.
Additionally, the expandable case comes with a dust bag for safe storage at
home.”

– Sharnaz Shahid, HELLO! Deputy Online Editor

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“I confess I bought this carry on basically for the style – but as it turns out it has been my super-durable go-to for years! It’s very lightweight, although it doesn’t have a lot of swishy extras. But it is so reliable, does the job and is cute and affordable, too.”

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“This roomy Kipling tote bag has proved to be my best friend for weekend trips away. It’s comfy to carry even when at full capacity and has plenty of room for everything. There are also plenty of pockets to keep everything organised. I love that it has a luggage strap so you can slot it over your suitcase handle and that it has expander zips which you can open to make it even more roomy. I have the Freida Kahlo version but it comes in a rainbow of different colours and styles to suit all tastes.”

– Katherine Robinson, HELLO! Online Senior Lifestyle Editor

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“When I’m checking my suitcase and don’t feel like toting my hard-side carry-on through the airport, I use my Everlane messenger bag. It’s roomy and is easy to carry – there’s a padded shoulder strap and luggage strap in case you want to attach it to your suitcase – and has so many compartments, including room for a laptop and my iPad. Not to mention it’s super stylish! It’s also the perfect unisex design – my husband uses it, too.”

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“You’ll be glad you invested in Amazon’s carry-on backpack – it has over 10,000 five-star ratings! Between the laptop compartment, separate shoe compartment and built-in charging port, it might just be the ultimate travelling sidekick.”

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“North Face is famous for its durable gear, and has a wide selection of duffel bags ready to shop. When it comes to the ones that are cabin-approved though, our favourite is the Base Camp Duffel, which can be carried as a bag or worn as a backpack. It’s eco-friendly (made from recycled materials), water repellent and comes in more than a dozen colours!”