Whether you’re an occasional traveler or a frequent flyer, a quality carry-on is an absolute must. But what makes a great carry-on? I look for a lightweight, easy-to-maneuver bag first and foremost.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." OVER THE PAST few years, airplane overhead compartment space has become increasingly limited, meaning ...

Whenever I used to travel, I opted for my trusty JanSport backpack as my carry-on. While it might have given me scary flashbacks to middle and high school, it somehow managed to fit everything I ...

Even though much of my job as a travel writer involves testing suitcases, I usually prefer to fly with a carry-on backpack when I have the choice. You just can’t beat the sense of freedom that comes ...

Don't tell my dad I told you this, but he used my salmon-pink Jansport backpack from middle school for years as his carry on, to the point that a hole ripped in it (she had a good run, folks). Once my ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Whether you're going away for one night or traveling abroad for one week, having a good personal item bag ...

The Peak Design Travel Backpack 45L is a thoughtfully engineered travel bag built for organisation-heavy packers and frequent flyers. It’s heavy and pushes carry-on limits when expanded, but the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover travel with a focus on safety and sustainability. Ask a hundred frequent travelers about their favorite carry-on bag or ...