15 best travel bags of 2023

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as if Sophie Cannon

Updated: March 29, 2023 | 2:40 p.m

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Budget airline flyers, minimalists and Marie Kondo — listen up.

For those who travel light, hate checking bags, or like to keep everything handy, the perfect backpack can make or break a trip. When the backpack doubles as a carry-on, it’s even better when it fits perfectly on top or under the plane seat.

After a flight, a good bag can be the perfect travel companion during your trip. Need a change of clothes and a towel for the beach? How about a liter of water, maps and hiking boots for an adventure? With a travel bag, you’ll never be more prepared.

We want you to save some energy planning your next vacation, so we’ve done the legwork by rounding up the best travel bags and handbags the internet has to offer, looking at size, capacity, materials and more. Read on for the best travel bags of 2023 and then, pack your bags!

This versatile bag looks sleek enough for business travel and has enough functionality for flying on vacation. The backpack comes in a variety of colors with your choice of nylon or vegan leather material.

This is more than a laptop bag. The Kalpak bag can hold 26 liters and can be easily converted from a bag to a duffel – and with a removable strap. It also has a luggage rack to sit on top of your luggage for on-the-go.

Away, but not without this bag. This best seller has a capacity of 26L and comes with two water bottle pockets for the most hydrated hikes. Plus, it folds completely flat for easy storage and packing when you’re on a long trip.

Make sure you’re all charged up and ready before you hit the road. This backpack can help as it comes with a USB charger in the bag. The customer favorite has a laptop compartment, sunglasses pocket, two water bottle pockets and a luggage compartment.

Take a day trip with Target. The Open Story brand bag is a bestseller, and also a great bang for your buck, right now on sale for $64. It comes in two colors and has a capacity of 22L, an RFID security pocket for cards and passports, and a laptop sleeve.

Are you packed and ready? If not, consider Pact, because this bag is the ultimate travel companion for those who want to pack smart and use the bag as a carry-on. The bag comes with a luggage clamshell design for clothing, as well as an anti-theft pocket, removable hip belt, waterproof pocket for toiletries and more.

No need to ring the bell when all your stuff is on your back. This Belroy bag is great for hiking, but also as a carry-on bag, with a 26L capacity, a quick-access top pocket for necessities and extra storage below.

Looking for the perfect bag? Hang in there, and let Bayes help. This bag is different from the others, because at first glance it is a thin bag for work and travel, but after opening it, it is like a clothes bag, but much better, it opens comfortably and can be used for packing.

Puffer coats are in, so what about puffer bags? The Walker from Judge Dover is not only fun to look at and touch, it’s also a stylish travel companion for the airport trip thanks to its multiple pockets, laptop sleeve and luggage holder.

Of course, Lululemon has exactly what we’re looking for. This Wunderlust bag will definitely inspire the travel bug in us. Made in two colors and waterproof materials, it has two side pockets and even external straps to attach a yoga mat, coat or camping gear.

If you’re headed for a hike or want to be prepared for anything, Cotopaxi is a brand to watch. The travel pack is designed for travel, with a 35 liter capacity, mesh pocket for internal organization, rain cover and side handle for easy portability.

This travel bag is made with women in mind, with padded straps and fun colors for comfortable carrying. It’s TSA compliant and comes with a USB charger to keep you fully warmed up before your flight.

This bag deserves first class. The men’s travel bag comes in both navy and black, with a fleece-lined sunglass pocket and padded laptop sleeve for protection, as well as an expandable zipper on the bag, so you’ll need to pack a little more than expected.

If your trip requires some extra gear, step up to this big pack from Osprey. The backpack has a capacity of 65L and comes with padded straps to lighten the load. It also has easy access top pockets as well as extra storage in the main compartment.

Looking for a sustainable package to get you to Timbuktu? This bag and duffel hybrid is great and will be a travel wingman so to speak. The packaging can be flipped on its side and packed like a suitcase, with compartments for shoes and toiletries included. Then zip it up and throw it on your back for easy trips.

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