To determine a list of contenders for the best carry-on luggage, I first researched top brands and considered the key factors that distinguish a carry-on from other luggage. I sought out a wide ...

And if you want a suitcase that’s sensible yet innovative, the Aer Carry-On is the smart choice. I have great respect for what luggage companies like Away have done to innovate hard-shell carry ...

As someone who hasn’t checked a bag in more than five years of travel across the U.S. and abroad, I’ve thought a lot about what makes a good piece of carry-on luggage. A summertime European ...

Macy Meyer is a North Carolina native who graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with a BA in English and a second BA in Journalism. Macy is a Writer on the CNET How-To team, covering a variety of topics ...

If you prefer a hard-sided bag, we also recommend the Samsonite Outline Pro Carry-On Spinner, which has proven durable, spacious, and easy to maneuver. If you're in the market for checked luggage ...