ON THE RADAR
Bring it On Board
What you take onto the plane — from a personal item bag to a carry-on suitcase — is your most important luggage.
CARRY-ON TRAVEL IS CHANGING. Some travellers are opting to travel with only a cabin (or under-seat) bag to avoid lost luggage and for the ease of travelling lighter.
If it is your only luggage, you’ll need to rethink how to pack. Maximize space in your cabin bag by using packing cubes, and include essentials such as medications, chargers, toiletries and a change of clothes.
It’s important to choose a cabin bag that gives you plenty of options, such as wheels, lighter weight, anti-theft features or added compartments.
Check out these versatile, well-crafted luggage pieces before you carry on travelling.
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American Tourister Summerride Convertible Boarding Bag Member price: $64.99 Non-member price: $69.99
Conveniently compact and lightweight, this durable 100% polyester bag is ideal for short trips and weekend getaways. Smart features include multiple easily accessed exterior and interior pockets, a book-opening style perfect for packing and unpacking, and bail handles for easy lifting.
American Tourister Urban Track Cabin Backpack Member price: $79.99 Non-member price: $89.99
Geared to bring out the explorer in you, this sturdy backpack made from recycled PET bottles has multiple grab handles, adjustable padded air-mesh straps and a pocket that accommodates most 14" laptops, as well as compression straps to keep clothes neatly packed.
Travelon Transit Carry-On Backpack Member price: $119.99 Non-member price: $134.99
Prefer a carry-on that can be compressed and expanded? Consider this lightweight, foldable backpack with an anti-scuff nylon bottom and heavy-duty coil zippers, plus removable shoulder straps and top grab handles to allow you to carry the bag in diverse ways.
American Tourister Summerride Expandable Upright Underseater Member price: $149.99 Non-member price: $164.99
Looking for size flexibility in your carry-on? This expandable luggage converts from being small enough to stow under your seat to 21.5" in height, depending on your needs. The recessed TSA lock provides added security, and smooth-rolling dual airflow spinner wheels enhance stability.
Travelpro Maxlite® 5 Soft Tote Member price: $116.99 Non-member price: $129.99
Lightweight, compact and stackable, this versatile tote is an ideal travelling companion. Use it as an under-seat carry-on for personal travel essentials or as an all-in-one bag. It’s made from polyester with a water/stain-resistant DuraGuard® coating.