Wheels And Deals: Buying Your First Set Of Luggage
by Lanny Hintz
Buying yourr first set of
luggage can be a nerve-wracking but exciting experience, especially if there is
a fun trip to anywhere in your future. You've probably never given much thought
to the size, style, color, or features that would be most important to you.
Savvy manufacturers, answering the needs of time-weary travelers with lots of
luggage-buying experience, have provided numerous features you will find
useful, necessary and beautiful.
For example, did you ever
consider what the best luggage material might be? How about that beautiful
leather bag over there in the corner? Sure, it's pretty and expensive, but leather
can prove too delicate for the wear and tear inflicted on the average luggage.
Also, consider the fact that anyone walking around with all-leather luggage
probably appears wealthy to airport thieves. Leather comparing to fabric is
sort of like the difference between a
Toyota
and a Ferrari. Guess whose luggage will be broken into or stolen first? Your
best fabric choice is micro fiber, a woven nylon or polyester blend. It is water
resistant and durable and can stand up to the abuse heaped upon it by luggage
handlers.
Boyt Luggage
by Maxine Greco
One
of the best looking pieces of luggage
available today is the Jump Solera 2 Collection
by Boyt Luggage.
This is an ultra wear-resistant PVC coated
polysuede, which
looks like a luxurious suede coat..
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Bags with rigid frames will
be durable but hard to fit into tight spaces. You may want to look for bags
with a more squeezable feel, something you can "smash" to fit into
smaller, more confined areas.
What kind of additional
features are most important? Waterproof compartments are great if you're headed
to the beach. Don't forget to take those wet things out before you pack for
home, though, or you'll be facing a good deal of must and mildew. These
compartments are also great for items that may leak during travel, like
shampoos, lotions or mouthwash. Some bags feature useful small removable bags,
great for cosmetics or toiletries, that snap in and out of the larger bag. Most
bags have numerous outside pockets of different sizes, useful for tickets, passports,
extra money, and all kinds of smaller items. Just remember that the more you
stuff the outside, the slimmer your chances the bag will fit in the overhead.
You may want to take a more
experienced traveler with you on your first purchase. Not only can they keep
you from paying too much and giving in to the temptation to purchase that diamond-studded
leather bag, but their experience will be invaluable in making the best choice
for your needs.
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