Brands love to label their products as tactical nowadays. A quick Amazon search for the word turns up all manner of products ranging from keychains to hair gel, which begs the question, “What the hell ...

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 ...

Your carry-on backpack should make traveling easier. It should be easy to pack and unpack. It should be comfortable for long walks across the airport or across town. It should be durable enough to ...

The best carry-on backpacks have an big impact on our overall travel comfort: Pick the wrong one and you’ll end up hauling what feels like an oversized load through a never-ending airport terminal.

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Earlier this year, I kept seeing TikTok videos for a backpack that was said to be perfect for travel. I finally caved and bought the bag on Amazon for $34. It has its limitations, but it does make a ...

This summer, my family of four traveled to the UK for a monthlong trip with only carry-ons. I focused on packing light, staple pieces of clothing that we could wash at our Airbnbs. Carry-ons added ...

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 ...